Six months ago, someone asked me what I had done with my life that was my most remarkable achievement. I could think of a hundred things that I was proud of, and yet, they were all achievements that did not make a significant difference in the world we live in. Everyday we read and hear of the troubled lives of people around the world, and this year, I made a resolution to, as Mahatma Gandhi said, to "be the change you wish to see in the world".
I'd heard of Team and Training before, but not being a runner, I'd never considered myself to be able to compete in an endurance event. Still, while it will take determination and persistence for me to complete the events, it pales in comparison to the courage, and determination that Leukemia and Lymphoma patients have shown in their fight with cancer. The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is a national organization dedicated to curing blood related Cancers and improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Since Team in Training inception, 190,000 participants have raised over $430 million for the cure.
I am completing this event in honor of all individuals who are battling blood cancers. These people are the real heroes on our team, and we need your support to cross the ultimate finish line - a cure!
GO TEAM !
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Not so many people 'walk the talk' - in your case, literally!
ReplyDeleteGo Rookie! Good luck and look forward to reading your adventures.