Erika Barajas & Team Beat Cancer

I was shuffling through some pictures and came across this photo of Erika with the 2006 24-hr Beat Cancer Team at the start of the RAAM on Oceanside Pier.

Erika lost her 2.5 year battle with cancer last Wednesday, September 7th.

I have not had the opportunity to speak with the team, but I've been very sad since I heard news of her passing.This picture reminds me of everything we did in her support, but wish we could have done more to help directly. But what?

What I do know is that her fight touched many lives and brought a lot of us closer together. I will personally remember her embracing energy and smile. I miss her and will keep her family in my prayers.