Goodbye Grandpa

This weekend cancer claimed the life of my grandfather.  I've seen many friends and family members battle this terrible disease, and up until now they have beaten it, but it simply became too much for my grandfather to overcome.  We all recognize he is in a better place now and the suffering is over, but he will be missed by family and friends, most importantly his wife (who would have celebrated 65 years of marraige today) and his daughters (one of them my mother). 

I've mentioned many times that my goal, although without a doubt something fun to do, has one main purpose, which is to raise money for cancer research.  The money raised will not help my grandfather or many others, but it one day will help save the life of someone.

So far, I have raised $1,300, which in the grand sceme of things doesn't seem like a lot, but mutliple that with the number of people across the world making their small contributions and it starts to really add up.

If you would like to read more about my efforts to raise money and / or donate, please visit my website.  Any small amount would be greatly appreciated.  http://www.firstgiving.com/christopherapel

Thanks,
Chris