Anyone who has been around Active Rain for any length of time knows Karen George. Her posts are jammed packed full of all sorts of tips and techniques for maximizing your web presence.
You may also be aware that Karen is battling cancer.
Today there is an article today in the Arizona Republic about Karen, and her plans to form a non-profit organization to support cancer research and early detection of breast cancer.
Active Rain was mentioned in the article:
In addition to working on getting SOMAD running and undergoing chemotherapy, George has continued to work from home. She is a member of "Active Rain," a cyber community of real estate professionals from all over the country.
"I worked and I still work all through my treatments. I find that working helps to divert my attention from the ominous pressure I'm under from the cancer," she said. "It keeps my mind focused on other things."
Her posts on the Active Rain blog about her cancer fight caught the eye of Paula Henry, a Realtor from Indianapolis, as well as Phoenix Realtor Jay Thompson.
Henry said she was so moved by George's story that she opened a bank account so others could help George with medical bills, which she said are more than $200,000.
Thompson also is spreading the word about George through his own Web site.
"Karen is incredibly giving of her time and knowledge in the online real estate community. Her positive attitude is truly amazing, particularly in light of everything she is going through," he said.
George said she was humbled to learn people she had never met in person wanted to help her, and at first she was reluctant to accept their generosity.
Please take a moment to read the entire article.
What a remarkable woman. She's fighting for her life, but is still here sharing with us and working on setting up a non-profit to help others.
The donation link for Karen is still up on my blog (top right corner) If there is anything you can do to help, please consider donating.
Karen is a remarkable lady.
Great story.
Thank You for sharing.
Karen is one of the first people that I interacted with when I joined AR. She is truly a wonderful person who willingly helps people. I most sincere wishes for a speedy and full recovery!
Bob Mitchell
ValueList Real Estate Services, Inc.
I goofed on Karen's donation link whan I posted this. That has been corrected.
Donations can be made with credit card, eCheck or PayPal through the link on my blog. Or directly at any Bank of America branch. Details for both are in the sidebar of the AZ Republic linked to above, or on the Phoenix Real Estate Guy.
Karen is indeed, an amazing person.
I heard today that Karen has little time left. Please wish her family well!