A long story made short:

This year I'll be 10 years cancer free. A decade ago, I was living in Vermont with my wife, Erin, & <1yr old daughter, Peyton. 
One afternoon, I felt a lump, called the Dr, got felt-up/diagnosed, had a testical surgically removed, iced up with a bag of peas, & enjoyed Thanksgiving - all in the matter of 3 days. It was nuts, pun intended, & I have the scar to prove it. 

Almost 10 years cancer free.
It's a milestone I've been looking forward to. 
Now it's time for me to give back.

I'm participating in Buffalo's 11-day power play - to raise some dollars and cents to help other people reach their 10 year cancer free milestones, to avoid the nuttiness cancer brings.

To contribute. To save. To help.

I am humbly asking for your support, for your contribution, & for your help.

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This summer, more than 2,500 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2019 11 Day Power Play Community Shift to help in the fight against cancer! The 11-day game will be played in continuous shifts at Harborcenter in Buffalo, NY. This important event supports The 11 Day Power Play, raising critically-needed funds for cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Camp Good Days and Make-A-Wish WNY. While it is physically challenging to play in a marathon hockey game, it's a walk in the park compared to what most endure in their battle against cancer. Cancer is a disease that touches everyone, and The 11 Day Power Play wants to make an impact in our community. In the past two years, The 11 Day Power Play has raised nearly $2.5 million supporting cancer causes in Western New York.

Donations are graciously accepted online or by check. Please write checks out to 'The 11 Day Power Play' and send to PO Box 4, Buffalo, NY 14223. If you are interested in a sponsorship, contact Sara Schumacher today.

To learn more about the 11 Day Power Play organization, visit www.11daypowerplay.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.