Families Race For The Cure
Published: May 7, 2005
Family and loved ones were out in full force in support of their survivors Saturday morning at the Peoria Komen Race for the Cure.
One Peoria survivor has drawn strength from her family.
Before 7 a.m. on Sunday, not one or two but 20 members of Mable Pickett’s family showed up to the race, filled with energy and spirit. ”I came here to support my auntie so I want to walk with her,” says Mable’s niece.
Their support and love spilled over to Mable, a four-year breast cancer survivor.
”They’ve been my main support the whole time. Without them I wouldn’t have survived,” adds Mable. ”Without them or God I wouldn’t be here today.”
Hand in hand, squeezed inside a sea of bodies they walked with Mable.
Mable’s husband Moses says he loves her. ”I try to support her and let her know I’m definitely behind her,” says Moses.
Mable says she cannot imagine walking by herself without her family members. ”It feels good to look around see all the other survivors and see all the supporters they have,” Mable reiterates.
For three miles, the family found ways to enjoy their time together.But Mable says her sister’s presence is the most precious to her.
Earnestine Taylor, Mable’s Sister, came to Peoria from Memphis, Tennessee to walk. ”Me and my sister are very close. When this happened to her, it was devastating to me and I tried to encourage her in any way I could,” says Earnestine.
Moses says her actions are another way to show unity. ”No matter what the situation is, it is important to bring strength into the family,” adds Moses.
Though her family comprises only a fraction of everyone at the race, Mable says seeing their faces has made her whole.
”I’m not alone,” says Mable. Her family echoes, ”She’ll never be alone, we’ll always be here with her.’
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