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Part of Runway's mission is to honor the legacies and stories of those who have been impacted by breast cancer. Our blog page is dedicated to helping us share those stories.

 

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Meet the Models: Kathleen Keeley

By Caroline O'Donnell | September 27, 2016

Kathleen Keeley, Survivor since 2012 From the moment I sat down in hair and makeup to the last hug of the night I felt surrounded by love. I’m incredibly thankful to be part of the Runway family.

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Meet the Models: Stella Kakavouli

By Caroline O'Donnell | September 27, 2016

Stella Kakavouli, Survivor since 2009 It is amazing how such a sad and devastating thing, like a breast cancer experience, can be turned into a celebration of life and a opportunity for positive thinking for us who are lucky enough to be around, when at the same time we remember and honor those who are not with us any longer. And all this for a good cause as well!

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Meet the Models: Amy Field

By Caroline O'Donnell | September 27, 2016

Amy Field, Survivor first diagnosed in 2009   Runway has provided me…”us” – with a platform to share our stories in a safe, empowering, and beautiful way. Runway for Recovery exemplifies, in such a unique way, the strength of women, motherhood, friendship, and community. My life was, my children’s lives, we’re touched Thursday night in a way I could have never imagined. In a healing way. Seeing so many friends, old and new, cheering, walking… dancing… all supporting each other… all with love. I have received so many (unexpected) emails after Thursday night… so heart warming and encouraging. The community of…

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Meet the Models: Angel Santos Burres

By Caroline O'Donnell | September 26, 2016

Angel Santos Burres, Survivor since 2012 When I look at old pictures of myself, I sometimes think about what cancer took from me: innocence, a sense of immortality, faith in my future, trust in my health.  When I look at the pictures from Runway, I think about what cancer has given me: resilience, community, joie de vivre, mindfulness, grace, perspective, and a greater appreciation of my body, family, spouse, children, friends and of life itself.

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Meet the Models: Caitlin MacMillen

By Caroline O'Donnell | September 26, 2016

Caitlin MacMillen, Walking in memory of her aunt, Candace Williams MacMillen Achtmeyer (2001) Why I walk: THE VILLAGE. It all starts when a small group of inspired people brainstorm the event each year, then the community pitches in with auction items, with clothes & makeup for models to wear, they throw in beverages and food for people to consume, and by the time the stage is lit up, our community becomes ALIVE. We are there to celebrate and honor those among us affected by breast cancer, and to provide a support system that night, then, moving forward, and for future…

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