Run Steph Run [2007 WDW Marathon]

[Stan4dSteph]

As the thread title suggest, I will be participating as one of the masses in the 2007 WDW Marathon. Yes, that's the one that is 26.2 miles.

I'm doing the run as a part of Team in Training, an organization devoted to raising money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through participation in marathons, century rides and triathlons. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is a non-profit organization whose mission is to find a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society go toward much-needed blood cancer research, patient assistance, and professional education.

This cause hits close to home for me – I am training in memory of my grandmother Joan, who passed away last year due to lymphoma. My grandmother was always one to think of others first, and has inspired me to participate in this run so that I can in turn give back to others affected by cancer. She'll be my inspiration when I feel like I can't run another step. Maybe you know someone who has been affected too.

In addition to successfully completing the marathon, my goal is to raise $3,500 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I know it sounds like a lot of money, but I know I can reach my goal with the help of friends and family members.

Here's where you come in: I'm asking you to please make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Your gift – of any amount – would be very helpful and very much appreciated!

You can make your donation online at my website: http://www.active.com/donate/tntnyvt/tntnyvtSWien, or send me a PM with your address and I will mail you a donor card and return envelope.

Feel free to post here or contact me via PM with any questions, concerns or words of encouragement.

I hope to see some of you at WDW that weekend as well!

Thanks, everyone!