Monday, March 28, 2011

According to Katherine: Living Life in the Fast Lane



You’re probably wondering why a retired, 72-year old woman would want to endure a 3,100-mile, cross-country bicycle tour when she could easily be relaxing at her home or skiing, an activity she thoroughly enjoys.

Well, there is a lot to my story, from all different angles. It began when I was diagnosed with breast cancer six years ago. Continuous evidence from doctors shows a low fat diet and physical fitness help prevent the recurrence of cancer. I have always been active, but am in much better shape at 72 than I was at 40. It’s true you know more and understand more the older you get. I now understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

I would love to inspire other elders to engage in physical activity, because it will enrich their lives. Being able to fend for myself by placing my own bag in the overhead on a plane or skiing down one of nature's gigantic mountains makes me feel like I have purpose at this age. 

Cycling lets me interact with others while enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way. After about a year of enjoying the sport with family and friends, I wanted to take it to the next level and cycle cross-country. I wanted the trip to serve a purpose besides an accomplishment for myself.   

The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) has been near and dear to my heart since its founding in the 1960s. I want the WOCN to flourish years after I’m gone. Scholarships which entice nurses into wound, ostomy and continence (WOC) care provides the community with intelligent people who can help the organization continue to shine.

I want to encourage people to do better for themselves by living life to the fullest. Combining that with contribution to a great organization, the WOCN, makes my plan worthwhile.

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