The Long Cold Run

Just In Case You Needed Some Motivation...

A few days ago I had the best reminder of why I run and raise money for DFMC that I've had all year. Some friends of mine invited me over to talk with 2 kids that are living with them about the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge and why am running a marathon to raise money for them. When they get their allowances each week, they put money in a tzedakah box to save and give to cause they believe is important. The kids' mom has cancer and they wanted to know what people are doing to help people like her to get well, or to keep them from getting sick in the first place.

They also had LOTS of questions about the marathon, the course, etc. We watched a video clip of the course and I tried to answer their questions. At the end, they counted up the money from the tzedakah box and the younger child kicked in his allowance to raise the total amount going to Dana-Farber. So, for those of you who are reading this and listing all of the reasons why you aren't clicking on the DFMC link on the sidebar, a 6 year old gave his $2 allowance for the week -- surely you can give $5 dollars, $10 dollars, or even match his donation times 10 ($20). The amount isn't as important as your participation in the fight to beat this disease.

People like their mom, my mom, my Uncle, grandfather --- and your friends, family members, and your friend's family members need for you to join us in giving to fight cancer. A 6 year-old gave his allowance - can't you forgo a cup of coffee and join him in giving?

posted by Jesse @ 1:33 PM