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I volunteered Saturday, June 13, 2009 for the American Diabetes Association's event: Tour
de Cure. I was one of the photographers asked to document & capture this very large event. I had so much fun. Due to the large amount of photos taken, I've only selected a few to share here.
There were so many volunteers & participants. It was amazing!
I hope you enjoy my documentation of the event.
Please, register first ;P
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Don't forget to tune your bike ;)
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Ladies & Gentleman, Children of all ages!
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Let's get this party started, Let's get started quickly :)
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Oh, please sign the banner
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Grab a bite
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& the opening ceremonies
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will now begin!
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Security was tight :)
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On your marks, get set
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get ready &
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GO!
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Take a break if you need it ;)
(Did I say, I got to ride on the Speedway. It was oh so fun!
I was so giddy! I felt like a little kid. It was wonderful!)
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The finish is in site!
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Let's Celebrate...
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& kiss the bricks!
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Congrats, you've completed the Tour
de Cure
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So, Let us eat!
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Mix & Mingle
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Get our face painted (I didn't but really wanted to)
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& Celebrate to Music
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Let's Cool Down Some
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Bounce Around, Bounce Around
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& Celebrate to more music!!
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Have your caricature done (I even had my caricature done)
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Thank you :)
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