Saturday, September 8, 2012

Marathon Mom

Today I signed up to do a half marathon. I am not a runner, but all the literature said that there were options to walk/run so I am certain that's what I'm gonna do.

I joined Team in Training so that I could raise funds for blood cancer research and also because they will provide me with coaching and mentors along the way. Likewise, because I am asking for financial assistance with my goal pledge of $3400, I feel doubly accountable to make sure that I follow through to the finish line.

My mom was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in June 2011. She began treatment right away and has been a fighter ever since. Her expert doctors performed two stem cell transplants and she is currently in remission. I am raising money so that more treatments can be found and hopefully, a cure.

I would love to receive encouraging words, running buddies, or your uplifting stories. You may check on my progress at my Team in Training website which will be live in a few days.

Melissa

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