Miles For Megan
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My name is Alicia Sargent, and I am requesting your help.
On May 3rd, I am running the Pittsburgh Marathon in loving support for my dear friend, Megan Franklin. One year ago, she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer at age 29. A mother of two toddlers, her diagnosis has taken a toll on her financially and created thousands of dollars in medical bills. Please consider making a donation to my race campaign; all funds raised will go directly to Megan. Any amount would be greatly appreciated.
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READ ON FOR MORE INFO ABOUT MEGAN AND HER JOURNEY:
Megan is one of those extraordinary friends; we simply clicked instantly. She is such a kind and generous person. I know if roles were reversed she would try to raise money for me also. After college, Megan and I moved into a duplex in the Bethlehem area. She was an awesome next door neighbor, and we share many memories. I remember when she called to tell me Derrick had proposed after a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride. I vividly recall another conversation when she told me she was pregnant with their daughter, Addyson. Megan always desired to be a mother, and she is truly a wonderful parent to Addy and their son, Landon.
Another memorable conversation was when I got "that call." Cancer. The pathology report came back and confirmed our worst fears. Megan was diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer, non-small cell carcinoma, which is rarely found in breast tissue. It's an inflammatory type of cancer that grows and spreads rapidly.
Step 1: March 2014 - Her treatment included moving straight into aggressive chemotherapy for 6 months; they warned her she would be given the strongest dosage and medications available. The cancer had spread to her lymphatic system, and the oncologist wanted to stop the spread. Megan worked for 3 out of the 6 months during chemo. Exhausted, swollen, uncomfortable and without hair or eyelashes, she tried her best to keep with routines and above all to be strong for Addy and Landon. When chemo treatments increased in frequency to a weekly status, she was too weak and could no longer work.
Step 2: On November 14, 2014, Megan had a mastectomy of her entire left breast and a total of 7 lymph nodes removed.
Step 3: Megan is currently in daily radiation treatments. She is experiencing difficulty swallowing, and her esophagus is damaged from the treatment; her skin has burns along her scars making it tough to wear undergarments and therefore her prosthetic. The breast surgeon hopes by fall to begin the process of reconstruction. Watching her battle this disease has been such an experience while strengthening our friendship. Running my first ever marathon in her honor will be a challenge for sure, but it simply will not compare to all she has endured. I know I will make it across that finish line (even if I'm crawling by mile 26)!
Alicia
On May 3rd, I am running the Pittsburgh Marathon in loving support for my dear friend, Megan Franklin. One year ago, she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer at age 29. A mother of two toddlers, her diagnosis has taken a toll on her financially and created thousands of dollars in medical bills. Please consider making a donation to my race campaign; all funds raised will go directly to Megan. Any amount would be greatly appreciated.
(click pink button to donate)
READ ON FOR MORE INFO ABOUT MEGAN AND HER JOURNEY:
Megan is one of those extraordinary friends; we simply clicked instantly. She is such a kind and generous person. I know if roles were reversed she would try to raise money for me also. After college, Megan and I moved into a duplex in the Bethlehem area. She was an awesome next door neighbor, and we share many memories. I remember when she called to tell me Derrick had proposed after a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride. I vividly recall another conversation when she told me she was pregnant with their daughter, Addyson. Megan always desired to be a mother, and she is truly a wonderful parent to Addy and their son, Landon.
Another memorable conversation was when I got "that call." Cancer. The pathology report came back and confirmed our worst fears. Megan was diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer, non-small cell carcinoma, which is rarely found in breast tissue. It's an inflammatory type of cancer that grows and spreads rapidly.
Step 1: March 2014 - Her treatment included moving straight into aggressive chemotherapy for 6 months; they warned her she would be given the strongest dosage and medications available. The cancer had spread to her lymphatic system, and the oncologist wanted to stop the spread. Megan worked for 3 out of the 6 months during chemo. Exhausted, swollen, uncomfortable and without hair or eyelashes, she tried her best to keep with routines and above all to be strong for Addy and Landon. When chemo treatments increased in frequency to a weekly status, she was too weak and could no longer work.
Step 2: On November 14, 2014, Megan had a mastectomy of her entire left breast and a total of 7 lymph nodes removed.
Step 3: Megan is currently in daily radiation treatments. She is experiencing difficulty swallowing, and her esophagus is damaged from the treatment; her skin has burns along her scars making it tough to wear undergarments and therefore her prosthetic. The breast surgeon hopes by fall to begin the process of reconstruction. Watching her battle this disease has been such an experience while strengthening our friendship. Running my first ever marathon in her honor will be a challenge for sure, but it simply will not compare to all she has endured. I know I will make it across that finish line (even if I'm crawling by mile 26)!
Alicia
Organizer and beneficiary
Alicia Sargent
Organizer
Wheeling, WV
Megan Franklin
Beneficiary