In modern day society, I feel that the subject of cancer is slightly taboo. While it has made strides in public awareness, the subject itself, at times, can be very closed-off. People don’t enjoy talking about this awful painful disease. Death is scary, and death by cancer is even more scary. But this past Saturday, that didn’t seem the case at all. Rather than avoiding cancer, a whole community gathered together in support for those who have the disease and their loved ones. Nothing about cancer was taboo. There was Zumba and musical performances and clowns and pancakes and photo booths and hundreds of people. It was a time of providing support for those who need it, and supporting a foundation that facilitates care for victims of cancer and their families.

I am so fortunate that I was able to witness such an event. Seeing a whole community rally together was amazing, especially for something that can be uncomfortable to talk about. It was incredible and I wish that everyone who was/is affected by cancer could have a similar organization and community of support.