Hi friends and loved ones,

As I participate in this walk just as I've done since 2013, I do so in honor of my mom, Abby, and my grandmother, Hope Patterson.

Mom, you took care of your mother in a beautiful tribute to her as her memory and body failed her. It was the strongest I've ever seen you, and it's the memory I choose to embed in my heart forever. I miss you.

Gram, I think of you every day as I gaze at my little Hope, who has your exact dark, almond-shaped eyes. I miss you so much.

To those who have loved and lost to this disease, I am with you, as is everyone walking in the meaningful event. Sending all of the love, Christine