Asbury Park Press Front Page Feature Story 7-11-08

entitled “The Race of Her Life” by Shannon Mullin promotes Metroman Triathalon, LMS awareness and DL’s journey back to wellness at www.app.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080711/NEWS/807110460 . Video slideshow and blog responses to story, as well. Bravo, Shannon! and Thank YOU!

DL on NBC’s Early Show Sunday July 13

at sunrise prior to the Asbury Park Metroman Triathalon…any hour of any day is a good time to raise awareness for LMS and Sarcoma cancer for a cure!

Prime Woman Day Fitness Workshop Standing Room Only

Vibrant women took the day off June 3 to celebrate enlightenment on several fronts. “I enjoyed your presentation very much and am working harder to incorporate what you discussed into my lifestyle. You look fit and fabulous! Thanks.”  Melinda Salzer, Owner,  Advanced Info Svcs Inc
“I attended your fitness workshop and i’m all Jazzed Up…thanks!” Pam Callender, Sales Mgr, United Teletech

Keynote Speech for CINJ Annual Public Forum

“Thank you for your wonderful keynote…sensitive, humorous and inspirational…you did a wonderful job!” AH, Executive Dir, NJ Cmsn on Cancer Research. Utube and DVD details to follow shortly. The Cancer Institute of NJ and the NJ Cmsn on Cancer Research sponsored the program entitled “Addressing the Unmet Needs of Cancer Survivors: A Dialogue for Action”. Dr Barbara Rabinowitz was the successful program facilitator joined by expert panelists Dr R Cunningham on Physical Challenges, Dr K Neville on Psychosocial, Dr L Schneider on Sexuality, Chaplin Kava Schafer on Spirituality and B Hoffman JD on Employment & Financial Issues for Survivors. 

“You were an inspirational and spirit-lifting keynote and set a good example for many attending..you’re on your way to the top…again!!” Gay Lynch,  Sr Consultant, Conectiv Energy

MovieMade at www.curesarcoma.org

Check out “A Cure In Our Time” on utube at www.curesarcoma.org …DL is the first photo w her bike after Peri Gilpin’s(Roz from Frasier)intro…Tom and DL are also shown in GalaWear at the NYC Annual Sarcoma Gala in 07. Grow a tumor, Make a Film..fun fun fun!

MetroMan Triathalon July 13 Asbury Park!

DLs LMS Research Foundation was selected to be primary beneficiary of this Jersey Shore Gem of an Event…Join US!….details at www.sunsetracing.com …”DonnaLyn has an amazing talent for connecting w people and can make speaking about watching grass grow an exciting experience for a roomful of 500. Her life experience over the past year and how her training as a triathlete has been part of overcoming adversity makes this a compelling story for anyone”…P.B, Spark Marketing Solutions LLC.  Donations to the DLG LMS Research Fund can be made via paypal at the Nat LMS Foundation link here or mailed to the Nat LMS Foundation c/o DLG Research Fund at 129 Hawkins Rd Maryland, NY 12116..email is admin@nlmsf.net. 

NLMSF April Event Comments

“On behalf of the National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation, thank you for proving to survivors that their passion in life can continue during and after diagnosis…you are motivating and an inspiration to all.. proud of the work you’re doing to raise awareness, educate and fundraise to “Slay the Dragon”…Lori Hoag, Sec/Treasurer NLMSF 

ACS Conference Comments

Over 90 NY and NJ staff were in attendance at the Reality of Relationships Conference 4-2-08 and had this to say about DLs remarks: “great energy, funny and inspirational, reminded me of why i go to work everyday, a positive motivator, dynamic and AMAZING..”..Patty Allen, Eastern Division Senior Director of Patient & Family Svcs

Upcoming Speaking Gigs..

April 2 North Brunswick,NJ…Motivational Speech for ACS Staff Conference on the Reality of Relationships

April 9 Red Bank,NJ…RawFood Veganism Facts for Mastermind Group

April 19 Phili,PA…Speaker for the National LMS Foundation Annual Conference

May 8 Eatontown,NJ.. Speaker for the Wellness Community on The Benefits of Exercise For People Affected By Cancer

May 29 New Brunswick,NJ  Keynote Speaker for NJ’s Annual Cancer Research Public Forum cosponsored by NJ Cmsn on Cancer Research & Cancer Inst of NJ..viewable on UTUBE.

June 3 Manalapan,NJ…Workshop Presenter for Prime Woman Day “The Importance of Managing  Fitness in Your Life” ..www.primewomanmag.com

Sept 10 WLong Branch,NJ  EMACC Guest Speaker Topic:How to Grow your Business thru Community Service  www.emacc.org

Sept 13 Middletown,NJ Panelist on Importance of Financial Planning at the 8th Garden State Woman Mag Financial Planning Conference at Bamm Hollow Country Club. Details and Registration at www.gswoman.com

Sept 23 Rumson NJ  Keynote Speaker “Designing Your Destiny” for  Peninsula Networking Group sponsored by NYLife addressing the importance of LTC in one’s financial plan at Salt Creek Grille

Oct 8 Shrewsbury NJ Keynote Speaker on Striking a Balance in Your Busy Life for Smith Barneys Womens Initiative Series.

Oct 16 NAWBO CJersey,NJ  Acceptance Remarks as Platinum Star Awardee….www.nawbocentraljersey.org

Nov 2 Princeton,NJ  Selected as Honoree at TeamSurvivorTriState’s Annual Fundraiser..www.teamsurvivortristate.org for details

ACS Gala of Hope Honorary Chair..

Here’s what was said about the Mar 8 event at the Mill in SL for some 300 business and social elite: “DonnaLyn always manages to bring a room “up” when she speaks. Her ability to motivate others to accomplish more than they thought possible is a great gift. She’s my favorite energizer bunny and I always get charged up when she speaks.” A.H. Owner, Utopia Communications

“Amazing survivor story delivered with humor and inspiration to help us all live better and healthier lives!” T.F Owner, Excel Travel