10.01.2004
Dublin Marathon
I'm running my first ever marathon in just over 3 weeks time. About 5 months ago my sister Sari randomly asked if I wanted to run a marathon with her (she'd never run before either), I said, 'Sure.' and here we are just a few months later with calves of steel and aching achilles tendons.But if any of you have been thinking, 'You know, I'd really like to give some money to charity, but I'm not sure which one.' can I suggest my sister's charity? She's raising money for Leukemia and Lymphoma Research and she's got quite a bit left to raise before the marathon...
Go on...
This is a message from Sari:
I still have over $1000 to raise by Oct. 10th. I am running in honor of my boss, Lynn. She was diagnosed with lymphoma 4 years ago (when she was 34). Her daughter was only 5 years old at the time. I just can't imagine how difficult that was to face death with such a young child.
My minimum fundraising goal ($4700) covers ONE night's hospital stay and care for a newly diagnosed blood cancer patient. Considering that treatment can last months to years, and there are over 500,000 Americans living with blood cancers, there is a HUGE need for donations. Thanks to BushCo, 40% of Americans do not have health insurance. My boyfriend, daughter and I are part of that unfortunate group. Hopefully, my fundraising efforts can help someone fight the cancer and survive to see their child grow up.
Thanks