I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend. It was a beautiful 3-day weekend here with very nice “running” weather. On early Saturday morning our group (of 4) met at the local bike trail and ran a half marathon (13.1 miles). We were only scheduled to run 12 miles but decided it would sound cool to say “I ran a half marathon” rather than say “ I ran 12 miles”.
It’s hard to believe the finale to this journey is now just over 30 days away. It seems like only yesterday the crazy idea to run a marathon and raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society crossed my mind. It’s actually crossed my mind to attempt another marathon in the winter to take advantage of all the training I’ve done. I’m hoping that thought will go away soon :>). Certain parts of my body are starting to feel the wear and tear of the over 260 miles I’ve run the past 4 months. Currently my ankles and knees are starting to remind me that they are not happy about the abuse.
I received another letter inspiring me even more to “tough it out” when I feel like this is too "hard". Here’s an excerpt from a letter I received this week: “Rose was a very dear friend of mine- she was diagnosed with leukemia in July 2005 – never leaving the hospital she died Nov 27, 2005, leaving 3 children and me (her very best friend), she was only 44. I miss her so!” What I’m going through doesn’t compare to those that suffer or have suffered at the hands of these diseases.
On another sad note, the keynote speaker at our first Team in Training organizational meeting back in May died this past week. He was 32 years old and left behind 2 kids. For all of those that are successful in beating these diseases there are those that become victims. The sad thing is it can happen to anyone; it’s good to know the money raised through this event will go directly to those trying to find a cure. Your donation is definitely needed and will definitely make a difference.
I have surpassed $4000 in donations and want to thank you again for your generosity. I know everyone is solicited for donations from lots of deserving organizations and there is just not enough to go around. If you are still interested in making a donation I have until Sep 17th for any online donations and all “mailed” donations need to arrive by Sep 12th in order to have them processed by the deadline.
To make a donation click below:
http://www.active.com/donate/tntgmo/SeeRayRun
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