Saturday, August 29, 2009

My Escape from Alcatraz

Hi!

My name is Shewli, I am 10 and a 5th grader from Colorado. This swim is dedicated to Breast Cancer survivors like my grandmother.

I would like to show my support for their courage and strength in overcoming this dreadful disease. As the race is on to find a cure, my aim is to spread the idea of education and prevention of Breast Cancer amongst family, friends, schools, and community groups.





Summary of my event



The South End Rowing Club's 14th Annual Alcatraz Invitational Swim on Saturday, September 12, 2009.

This is a mile-and-a-quarter journey that tests the heartiest athletes. I recently started competitive swimming and I am ready to swim the distance.







My interview with Breast Cancer survivors
I interviewed 2 breast cancer survivors who I know and their primary message is
“Early detection is the key to fight Breast Cancer, speak to your doctor about conducting regular preventative screening tests, and get a mammogram as per recommendations”.

Thank you for visiting my blog and helping me spread this important message.  Watch out for updates from me of pictures and my experiences of the swim.

Rock on and join me in going the distance.

Shewli
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28 comments:

  1. ShewliAugust 29, 2009 at 5:24 PM

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  2. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    This is great Shewli! Congratulations and good luck. We are all rooting for you.

    Great cause as well.

    -bd

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  3. amritadgAugust 30, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    Good luck for the swim, Shewli - can't wait to hear all about it. The blog looks perfect - see you soon! :)

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  4. Sriram VaradarajanAugust 30, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    Go Shewli!!!That's fantastic! All the best...I am sure you will conquer the ocean!!!

    Tamara, Adi, Nandini & Sriram

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  5. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Wow Shewli, this is great!! Good Luck! We'll be cheering for you from Dallas!!!

    Diyaanka, Malaika, Minal & Devang

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  6. pjagtapAugust 30, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    Good luck Shewli! Great to see you doing this for such an important cause. Our wishes are with you.
    Tanish, Samik, JIva uncle and Purnima aunty

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  7. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    way to go Shivli...all our blessings are with you and hope you succeed in thsi noble cause
    -Dubeys from Chicago

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  8. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 11:42 PM

    Shewli,
    From your dad's college friend here in Oregon, hats off to you for taking on such a challenge and our best wishes to you on this adventure. We hope to see a followup video of the event.
    Nitin, Rashmi, Megha and Mihir Joshi.

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  9. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Shewli, Way to go dear. We are so proud of you.All the best for to you. We all love you
    Munmunaunty

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  10. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    Shewli, Goodluck and our best wishes to you. You are an amazing girl!!!
    Swagata and Sunil

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  11. Rajeev CharAugust 31, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    Hi Shewli this is AWESOME!!!!!

    I am so proud of you for doing this. At 10 years you have such noble intentions and so much guts to attempt this difficult swim, I am truly in awe. I've known your Aunt and Uncle (Manisha/Sudip) since 2001 and as athletes since 2005 and I can see where all this inspiration is coming from.

    I'll try and release myself from the Asha run on Sep 12th and be there to celebrate with you.

    Swim like a dolphin and enjoy every moment!

    Best of luck,

    Rajeev

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  12. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    Best of luck to you Ms. Shewli!!! We are so proud of you and are supporting you 100%!!!

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  13. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    We are all so proud of you.It was brave of you to take this decision.Go girl go.You can do it.
    Best wishes from all of us.
    Arindam uncle, Saswati aunty and Adi

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  14. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Shewli this sounds AWESOME..!!

    Its an excellent cause, and we are so happy to learn that you are actually doing it..!!

    We like your picture too -- you look all set to go and do it.

    We wish you the very best. Just remember to share your story after you complete your swim.

    Go Girl..!!

    -Telang Family
    (Denver, CO)



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  15. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    You go girl!!

    This is really exciting.

    We'll put pom poms on Sanae and Kaira and they will be cheering for you.

    Love
    Garance

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  16. citygirlAugust 31, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    go or it shewli...we are with u all the way! god bless you and your endeavour. mighty proud of you and am sure you will scale heights that only some can dream of. best of luck, girl!

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  17. raguneelSeptember 2, 2009 at 4:22 AM

    Great feat! Atta girl.....keep it up!

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    WOW! Aren't there Sharks in those waters?
    (just kidding). I am so proud of you and cannot wait to see the event pictures and hear about this awesome swim! Thanks for supporting this great cause. You are an all-star!
    Mr. Barstad

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    best of luck shewli

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  20. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    I'll be there cheering for you.
    Good Luck Shewli!
    God Bless!
    -C

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    Shewli, I am so proud to be your grandmother,first the wonderful cause you have taken up. You are so young and yet so courageous,confident, and a strong belief in your own capability.My blessings are with you,wish you good luck and Godspeed.The event will be successful as is my confidence in your ability.Love you , grandmom.

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    Hi, Shewli -

    I congratulate you for your involvement in this excellent cause. You will be a very special ambassador for Platte River Academy. Enjoy the swim!

    Dr. Stueven

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  23. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Hi Shewli!

    I work with your dad. I think it's wonderful that you're doing this and will definitely be thinking of you next week. What an amazing undertaking! I can't wait to hear all about it.

    Good Luck!
    Sheila

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  24. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Congrats! Awesome job...keep up the good work!

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 24, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    It is incredible what you and your Dad did Shewli. I am very proud for you. I can't imagine how cold and tired you must have been. You rock too!

    Susan (at work)

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  26. AnonymousOctober 2, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    Awesome job!!!

    --Shivani

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  27. AnonymousJune 29, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    When I first told my older brother that you swam Alcatraz, he didn't believe him. So that's why I had to show him the interview and he was just silent and suprised when I proved it too him.

    Nice job, Shewli!

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Shewli,

    Enjoyed your book...was very insightfull and should be required reading for any Alcatraz swimmer apirants.

    Chris aka El Sharko

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