I have known Laura Geller for more than a decade. What a remarkable friend she has become! So, it is not surprising that our friendship has extended past a host/guest relationship on QVC. Extended well past!!!
The more I got to know Laura over the years, the more I saw her absolute passion for helping others. Especially those dealing with cancer. And, while Laura and I attended many New York City cancer fundraisers, nothing compared to one in particular!
You see, a national organization singled Laura out for their highest honor based on her generosity toward helping others. So, you can imagine my joy when Laura asked me to write and present a speech to introduce her and recount her accomplishments! What an event! And what an eye-opener for me.
Seeing first-hand the need for research and funding. I was so moved and hoped to someday get more involved. However, nothing could have prepared me for what was coming,
Today, I have been personally touched with a devastating diagnosis of cancer. So, I dig into my memories of what I learned from Laura and other extraordinary generous people. Now, it's my time to STEP up!
And I will.
I now offer myself as a volunteer for the esophageal cancer awareness association. It is my honor to give all I can to help others!
We truly are "better together" in this world!!! Thank you Laura Geller and all other selfless, kindhearted souls for your examples! Thank you for letting us watch you! We watch so we can learn. We learn so we can help. We help so we can, someday, end cancer!
With love, keep smiling!
Lisa