Friends,
As you may remember, last year I ran the River Bank Run to raise money for Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids. It was my first time running that race, the longest race I've ever ran. Windy, cold, rainy, and hilly, my first words after the finish were, "never again!" Both my mother and stepfather have endured cancer; my grandmother died of cancer just days after the race. Inspired by the great and very necessary work done at Gilda's Club, I have continued to volunteer there since last summer. A few weeks ago one of their staff asked if I would race again as part of their fundraising group. With more enthusiasm than common sense, I said, "yes."
And so now I turn to you and your friends, asking for a contribution. I am holding steady with training, getting in a little over 4 miles this morning. I'm a remarkably average runner, so having a dedicated purpose keeps me going. I'm not the fastest guy, but I'll finish!
If you choose to make a donation, you can click on this link to go directly to my web site:
http://www.active.com/donate/gildasclubgr2010/RunRicRun
And remember, there is still time for YOU to run the River Bank--the 5K, 10K, or to volunteer:
http://www.53riverbankrun.com/
Thanks!
Ric
