No Pictures - No Worries...
Friday, August 24, 2007
We'd love to include your photos from our many stops along the route in your city or at our "Meet & Greets". So, don't complain because your picture is not posted on the Diva Blog - - that's because you haven't sent it to us! If you'd like to be included in the photo gallery, please forward your photos to info@DivasForACure.org.
Only DFAC related photos will be posted to the Diva Blog (Nudity, Obscenities, or Profanity will not be allowed).
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August 2007
July 2007
Only DFAC related photos will be posted to the Diva Blog (Nudity, Obscenities, or Profanity will not be allowed).
Click here to view the Diva Gallery
August 2007
July 2007
DAY 21 SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST 07 Return Home for Jan Emanuel
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
DAY 21 SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST 07 Return Home for Jan Emanuel
Jan Emanuel's final mileage count during the entire ride
(July 20 - August 11, 2007).
Every day, Every Mile, Every Moment on the Ground Rollin - - totals: 7335.9
And that a WRAP!!!
Jan Emanuel's final mileage count during the entire ride
(July 20 - August 11, 2007).
Every day, Every Mile, Every Moment on the Ground Rollin - - totals: 7335.9
And that a WRAP!!!
SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST 07 Return Home for Aj Jemison
DAY 21 SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST 07 Return Home for Aj Jemison
Adding onto her final mileage for the cause, Aj Jemison mounted her bike to head back to Los Angeles to pack, as she prepares to relocate to Atlanta in one week! Who better to escort her home but her Club President, Smooth, of the Buffalo Soldiers of California, who met her and Jan in Fresno at the halfway point.
Adding onto her final mileage for the cause, Aj Jemison mounted her bike to head back to Los Angeles to pack, as she prepares to relocate to Atlanta in one week! Who better to escort her home but her Club President, Smooth, of the Buffalo Soldiers of California, who met her and Jan in Fresno at the halfway point.
Pine-Sol rolls out the red carpet...
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Pine-Sol rolled out the pink carpet for us in Oakland. http://picasaweb.google.com/SunnyTheDiva/PineSolSalutesDivasForACure
It was a wonderful feeling to roll into Oakland and be greeted by the Clorox Corporation and Pine-Sol, along with family and friends. Pine-Sol presented us with a check for $10,000.00, and a full-page feature in the October edition of Essence Magazine. Pine-Sol has also agreed to donate 21 mammograms to an organization of our choice right here in our community!
We arrived at approximately 6:00 PM and didn't have time to stop to clean off the road-dirt, freshen-up or change clothes. We are sun burnt, sore and exhausted but happy. I officially road from Oakland to Maryland and back to Oakland making numerous fundraising stops along the way and logging in 6969 miles.
No and I'm not quite finished. Aj Jemison currently lives in Los Angeles road back with me to Oakland for the Pine-Sol presentation and I will ride with her half-way back to Los Angeles on August 12, 2007. I don't think I will ride much for a few weeks. My butt need a break!
We would like to send a special thanks to Carolyn Jones at http://www.privacywear.com/ who started our 2007 Divas For A Cure Cross-Country Breast Cancer Motorcycle Run with a generous donation of $25,000.00, along with giving us so much other support behind the scenes.
T.C. Costley - I love you! To the men and women in the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club (My Motorcycle Family) you are truly wonderful. This journey would not have been possible without you escorting us along the way and your love and support of this cause. Thank you to my other M/C family - The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of California for kicking this event off "LA Style". Yes, and leave it to Harley-Davidson to add a little splash of Hollywood by arranging a homecoming ride along with Tyson Beckford.
There were so many other motorcycle clubs, organizations, family and friends (Senator Judy Eason-McIntyre, Martha Vaughn, Alberta Jones, Rickey Gadson, Sugar Bear, Red - Choppers M/C, Road Divas of Distinction M/C of Maryland, Lady's of Harley - Roanoke, Most Wanted M/C, Iron Souls M/C, East Bay Dragons M/C, Blue Flames M/C, Rising Sons M/C, Rare Breed M/C, The Black Biker Magazine, The Page-Turner Network, PDS San Francisco, AMCORP, V100 in Los Angeles, KJMZ in Tulsa) - - too many to name but thank you to everyone who supported us on our journey. We hope that we made a difference in the lives of the people we met along the way.
Finally, the Divas (Jan Emanuel, Aj Jemison, Victoria Murphy and Claudia Lile) - - we did it!!!!
Peace and Blessings,
Jan Emanuel "Sunny" Founder & President
Divas For A Cure
c/o Administrative Consulting Services
P O Box 18904
Oakland, CA 94619
http://www.divasforacure.org/
510-891-2300 Phone
866-850-4461 Fax
Mission Accomplished!
Friday, August 10, 2007
The Divas are back!!!!
They traveled over 6,543.6 miles!!!
Now that is what I call "Passion with a Purpose!"
I am so proud of my sisters and I am so thankful to all you who have made donations and sent up prayers for their safe return!
Go Divas, Go Divas...
Check out the Divas return on Fox News 11 in LA:
They traveled over 6,543.6 miles!!!
Now that is what I call "Passion with a Purpose!"
I am so proud of my sisters and I am so thankful to all you who have made donations and sent up prayers for their safe return!
Go Divas, Go Divas...
Check out the Divas return on Fox News 11 in LA:
Click Here to see article.
It is not to late to donate! We are almost at that $50,000 Goal!
DAY 17 - 20
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
DAY 20 FRIDAY, 10 AUGUST 07 (APPROX 270 MILES)
Travel from Los Angeles to Oakland, California
Final Destination for Divas For A Cure
We all rose early, well aware that our 2007 adventure was coming to a close. Aj drove our escort 90 miles back to Victorville to retrieve his motorcycle, and Miss Vickie departed Los Angeles ahead of the group to arrive to Oakland in time for a celebration hosted by her husband. The remaining Divas (Aj Jemison, Claudia Lile and Jan Emanuel) departed Los Angeles before noon, separating approximately 60 miles outside of Oakland to make the two events (Clorox Corporation and Gloria's
Leathers) being held in Oakland. The end of a journey that has changed the lives of all of us had finally arrived! Later in the evening Jan and Aj joined Claudia at Miss Vickie's home to wish Vickie a Happy Birthday and reminisce over the previous three weeks.
DAY 19 THURSDAY 9 AUGUST 07 (APPROX 270 MILES)
Travel from Las Vegas, Nevada to Los Angeles, California
DAY 18 WEDNESDAY 8 AUGUST 07 (APPROX 285 MILES) Travel from Richfield, Utah to Las Vegas, Nevada
The Anthony Pollard Foundation hosted a Meet & Greet for the Divas upon our arrival in Las Vegas. Diane Pollard (a childhood friend of Aj) was a gracious hostess providing food, soft drinks and music to celebrate the accomplishments of the riders. Divas For A Cure hung out with Sandra Jackson (A Breast Cancer Survivor and supporter) along with friends and family. Although the crowd was small, we had a great time, concluding the evening with some line dancing in the parking lot of the shopping center.
Travel from Los Angeles to Oakland, California
Final Destination for Divas For A Cure
We all rose early, well aware that our 2007 adventure was coming to a close. Aj drove our escort 90 miles back to Victorville to retrieve his motorcycle, and Miss Vickie departed Los Angeles ahead of the group to arrive to Oakland in time for a celebration hosted by her husband. The remaining Divas (Aj Jemison, Claudia Lile and Jan Emanuel) departed Los Angeles before noon, separating approximately 60 miles outside of Oakland to make the two events (Clorox Corporation and Gloria's
Leathers) being held in Oakland. The end of a journey that has changed the lives of all of us had finally arrived! Later in the evening Jan and Aj joined Claudia at Miss Vickie's home to wish Vickie a Happy Birthday and reminisce over the previous three weeks.
DAY 19 THURSDAY 9 AUGUST 07 (APPROX 270 MILES)
Travel from Las Vegas, Nevada to Los Angeles, California
DAY 18 WEDNESDAY 8 AUGUST 07 (APPROX 285 MILES) Travel from Richfield, Utah to Las Vegas, Nevada
The Anthony Pollard Foundation hosted a Meet & Greet for the Divas upon our arrival in Las Vegas. Diane Pollard (a childhood friend of Aj) was a gracious hostess providing food, soft drinks and music to celebrate the accomplishments of the riders. Divas For A Cure hung out with Sandra Jackson (A Breast Cancer Survivor and supporter) along with friends and family. Although the crowd was small, we had a great time, concluding the evening with some line dancing in the parking lot of the shopping center.
Divas For A Cure in Denver, CO
Monday, August 06, 2007
Divas For A Cure on 9 News in Denver, CO
- http://www.9news.com/news/article.aspx?storyid=75000
- http://www.9news.com/video/player.aspx?aid=38852&bw=
The Denver Post
- Biker divas ride for a cure- http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_6557856
- "Divas" are rebels with cause - http://www.denverpost.com/headlines/ci_6559849
Our visit to the historical Buffalo Soldiers Monument At Fort Leavenworth.
We took time to visit the historical Buffalo Soldiers Monument at Fort Leavenworth in honor of our family who served in the military.
ABC's Robin Roberts: 'I Have Breast Cancer'
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
By ROBIN ROBERTS
July 31, 2007
Share I never thought I'd be writing this. ... I have breast cancer.
It all started a few weeks ago. We had gotten the news that our dear colleague and friend Joel Siegel had passed away and we began preparing for our special tribute show for him. I did a piece about Joel's courageous battle with cancer, reporting on the way my friend had lived his life and been such a successful advocate for the importance of early cancer screenings.
That very night when I went to bed, I did a self breast exam and found something that women everywhere fear: I found a lump.
At first I thought, "This can't be. I am a young, healthy woman." Nevertheless, I faced my fear head on and made an appointment to see the doctor. Much as I was hoping the doctor would say it was nothing, she did a biopsy and confirmed that the lump I'd found was indeed an early form of breast cancer.
Hearing the doctor say those words out loud was surreal.
I will be having surgery shortly and follow-up treatment in the months to come. So in the coming months, you will probably notice that I will have my good days and my bad days, but I know I will get through it with the love and support of my family and friends. Diane, Sam, Chris and all of the folks behind the scenes who make this program come to life each and every morning have been so supportive and loving at this challenging time.
To you, our viewers, please know that your thoughts and prayers very much sustain me as they always have each and every morning when I sit in the chair next to Diane and say "Good Morning America." You have always been there for me … and I love you back.
And like my good friend Joel, I can't stress enough how important it is to get screened and checked for all cancers — and to do self breast exams. I am so blessed that I found this in the early stages and the prognosis is so promising that my doctor expects me to be flying planes and hanging on to submarines in the middle of the Atlantic and scaling the Mayan Pyramids in no time in the mornings to come.
Now I join the ranks of millions of Americans who are fighting this same battle each and every day. I appreciate YOUR courage and YOUR example. Thank you for showing me the way.
You can send Robin Roberts a personal message by clicking here. http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=3430556
July 31, 2007
Share I never thought I'd be writing this. ... I have breast cancer.It all started a few weeks ago. We had gotten the news that our dear colleague and friend Joel Siegel had passed away and we began preparing for our special tribute show for him. I did a piece about Joel's courageous battle with cancer, reporting on the way my friend had lived his life and been such a successful advocate for the importance of early cancer screenings.
That very night when I went to bed, I did a self breast exam and found something that women everywhere fear: I found a lump.
At first I thought, "This can't be. I am a young, healthy woman." Nevertheless, I faced my fear head on and made an appointment to see the doctor. Much as I was hoping the doctor would say it was nothing, she did a biopsy and confirmed that the lump I'd found was indeed an early form of breast cancer.
Hearing the doctor say those words out loud was surreal.
I will be having surgery shortly and follow-up treatment in the months to come. So in the coming months, you will probably notice that I will have my good days and my bad days, but I know I will get through it with the love and support of my family and friends. Diane, Sam, Chris and all of the folks behind the scenes who make this program come to life each and every morning have been so supportive and loving at this challenging time.
To you, our viewers, please know that your thoughts and prayers very much sustain me as they always have each and every morning when I sit in the chair next to Diane and say "Good Morning America." You have always been there for me … and I love you back.
And like my good friend Joel, I can't stress enough how important it is to get screened and checked for all cancers — and to do self breast exams. I am so blessed that I found this in the early stages and the prognosis is so promising that my doctor expects me to be flying planes and hanging on to submarines in the middle of the Atlantic and scaling the Mayan Pyramids in no time in the mornings to come.
Now I join the ranks of millions of Americans who are fighting this same battle each and every day. I appreciate YOUR courage and YOUR example. Thank you for showing me the way.
You can send Robin Roberts a personal message by clicking here. http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=3430556
DAY 10 TUESDAY 31 JULY 07 (APPROX 250 MILES)
Travel from St. Louis, MO to Kansas City MO.ATTEND NATIONAL BIKERS ROUND-UP 30 YEAR CELEBRATION FROM TUESDAY 31 JULY TO SATURDAY 4 AUGUST 2007
DAY 9 MONDAY 30 JULY 07 (APPROX 418 MILES)
Monday, July 30, 2007
Travel from Columbus, Ohio to St. Louis, MO.
DAY 8 SUNDAY 29 JULY 07 (APPROX 390 MILES)
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Travel from Clinton, MD to Columbus, Ohio
"Rain, rain, go AWAY!"
Felipe, President of BSMC-MD and Ghostrider met us for kickstands up at 8:15 to escort us to Ohio.
It was an overcast day when we departed hotel, then the clouds opened and the rain began to fall. Of the 500 mile journey, we spent at least 250 in wet weather. But our rain suits could not prepare us for the hail that clobbered us as we passed through the mountain of Maryland. It felt like walnut size rocks being thrown, and for those riding without a face shield, there we left over marks on their lips and nose! We sought shelter and found it after reducing our speed to about 15 miles per hours, continuing to roll to the next exit. Visibility was limited to the lights on the bike directly in front of us, despite the fact it was 11 in the morning. The worst of the weather conditions passed within 20 minutes, and we mounted up and headed on our way, with rain constant for several more miles off and on until we reached Ohio. But we made it!!!
Finally checking in before 7:30pm, we were all looking forward to a good night sleep and a 6:30am kickstand up for the next morning.
"Rain, rain, go AWAY!"
Felipe, President of BSMC-MD and Ghostrider met us for kickstands up at 8:15 to escort us to Ohio.
It was an overcast day when we departed hotel, then the clouds opened and the rain began to fall. Of the 500 mile journey, we spent at least 250 in wet weather. But our rain suits could not prepare us for the hail that clobbered us as we passed through the mountain of Maryland. It felt like walnut size rocks being thrown, and for those riding without a face shield, there we left over marks on their lips and nose! We sought shelter and found it after reducing our speed to about 15 miles per hours, continuing to roll to the next exit. Visibility was limited to the lights on the bike directly in front of us, despite the fact it was 11 in the morning. The worst of the weather conditions passed within 20 minutes, and we mounted up and headed on our way, with rain constant for several more miles off and on until we reached Ohio. But we made it!!!
Finally checking in before 7:30pm, we were all looking forward to a good night sleep and a 6:30am kickstand up for the next morning.
DAY 7 SATURDAY 28 JULY 07 (APPROX 250 MILES)
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Travel from Roanoke, VA to Clinton, MD
Travel from Roanoke, VA to Clinton, MDThe day began with a homecooked breakfast at the home of the BSMC-VA President and his lovely wife. Joining the other Soldiers and two members of the Road Divas, we were led through Virginia to Southern Maryland by Freckles, member of the BSMC Chapter, meeting up with more Road Divas as we entered Maryland. Lucki, one of the Road Divas experienced a problem with her bike on the expressway, but we all pulled over and waited until she was back on the road.
Road Divas of Distinction Motorcycle Association of Maryland
ROAD DIVAS PICNIC
The DFAC core group Divas were loaned the white vests of Road Diva members to roll up to the picnic area at Hillantrae Park in full regalia. With at least 100 family and friends waiting and cheering, we were warmly and emotionally welcomed by the officers and members of the Road Divas of Distinction Motorcycle Associateon of MD/VA/DC stylishly dressed in black and white.
The sisterhood was geniune and tearful, including support by the Karamel Divas and the Chocolate City Divas. Brother M/C clubs that came out to show their support included the Band of Brothers M/C of MD and DC, Second II None of Landover, MD, Down N Dirty, World Wide Rydaz, and the Buffalo Soldiers MC of Maryland, Rhode Island, Oklahoma and So. Maryland. Sista Soulja (Road Divas) gave a moving rendition of "I Won't Complain", accompanied by Rhode Runner (Pres. BSMC Rhode Island) before departing to return to Atlanta on her trike. Mia, a very special person in Sunny's life that helped her during her first recovery drove hours with her husband and young son to be with her as she arrived for the picnic. It was a beautiful day filled with love, laughter and fellowship.
NEWS ARTICLE: ABC News 7
http://dynamic.allbrittontv.com/communityevent.hrb?s=wjla&i=45393
Motorcycle Clubs showing their support...
Travel from Roanoke, VA to Clinton, MDThe day began with a homecooked breakfast at the home of the BSMC-VA President and his lovely wife. Joining the other Soldiers and two members of the Road Divas, we were led through Virginia to Southern Maryland by Freckles, member of the BSMC Chapter, meeting up with more Road Divas as we entered Maryland. Lucki, one of the Road Divas experienced a problem with her bike on the expressway, but we all pulled over and waited until she was back on the road.
Road Divas of Distinction Motorcycle Association of Maryland
ROAD DIVAS PICNIC
The DFAC core group Divas were loaned the white vests of Road Diva members to roll up to the picnic area at Hillantrae Park in full regalia. With at least 100 family and friends waiting and cheering, we were warmly and emotionally welcomed by the officers and members of the Road Divas of Distinction Motorcycle Associateon of MD/VA/DC stylishly dressed in black and white.
The sisterhood was geniune and tearful, including support by the Karamel Divas and the Chocolate City Divas. Brother M/C clubs that came out to show their support included the Band of Brothers M/C of MD and DC, Second II None of Landover, MD, Down N Dirty, World Wide Rydaz, and the Buffalo Soldiers MC of Maryland, Rhode Island, Oklahoma and So. Maryland. Sista Soulja (Road Divas) gave a moving rendition of "I Won't Complain", accompanied by Rhode Runner (Pres. BSMC Rhode Island) before departing to return to Atlanta on her trike. Mia, a very special person in Sunny's life that helped her during her first recovery drove hours with her husband and young son to be with her as she arrived for the picnic. It was a beautiful day filled with love, laughter and fellowship.
NEWS ARTICLE: ABC News 7
http://dynamic.allbrittontv.com/communityevent.hrb?s=wjla&i=45393
Motorcycle Clubs showing their support...
DAY 6 FRIDAY 27 JULY 07 (APPROX 257 MILES)
Travel from Knoxville, TN to Roanoke, Virginia
Buffalo Soldiers M/C of Roanoke and Ladies of Harley
Roanoke ValleyHarley-Davidson
HOG Hall
1925 Peters Creek, Rd.
Roanoke, VA
MEDIA CLIP: WBDJ,
DIVAS ride into Roanoke
http://www.wdbj7.com/Global/story.asp?s=6852866
Buffalo Soldiers M/C of Roanoke and Ladies of Harley
Roanoke ValleyHarley-Davidson
HOG Hall
1925 Peters Creek, Rd.
Roanoke, VA
MEDIA CLIP: WBDJ,
DIVAS ride into Roanoke
http://www.wdbj7.com/Global/story.asp?s=6852866
DAY 5 THURSDAY 26 JULY 07 (APPROX 388 MILES
Travel from Memphis, TN to Nashville, TN to Knoxville, TN
We meet up with Sista Soulja and Professor Wash from the Road Divas of Distinction Motorcyle Club. We were so exhausted from the ride, heat and long days that we went to bed early, so as to prepare for a long ride the next day. The Roanoke Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club met up with us on the way to provide escort into their city.
We were surprised to find three local televisions stations were waiting to interview us at the Harley-Davidson Dealership. The Meet & Greet was coordinated by one of our Lady Soldiers "Dot" who is also a member of the Lady's of Harley, HOG Riders Association and the Roanoke Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club. A check for $2,000 was presented by Travelin Man, President of the Roanoke Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club.
After the check presentation, introductions and open discussion - we were hosted in the homes of the BSMC Members for a descent night sleep and to do laundry.
DIVAS ride into Roanoke
WDBJ7.com - Roanoke,VA,USA
DIVAS for a Cure rolled into Roanoke today. They are riding across the country to raise awareness about breast cancer. Many of the women who have made the ...
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