I was born in 1993 with cerebral palsy, right- sided hemiplegia, and learning disabilities. Throughout my journey, I’ve learned to take risk in life and go the distance. When I choose a difficult goal, it helps me to break it down to one step at a time and work hard every day to improve and move forward. I can testify that people with different abilities can build on their strengths and join their peers to accomplish their goals. Over the years, I’ve watched some outstanding leaders in the Doug Flutie Foundation. I know that a good leader cares deeply for each teammate and celebrates individual and group successes. I love helping to motivate and challenge my teammates and others considering taking on this challenge. I am deeply inspired by watching my peers set a vision and reach their goals. We all grow stronger when we work together.
Running is the place I feel strong, determined, and capable. I put the work into training with my Flutie teammates each week, prioritize my running goals, and cross the Finish line every year. This coming year 2025, I will run my fifteenth marathon! I want to recognize the Flutie Foundation for their tremendous support and encouragement. I am proud to run strong knowing together we “can Do 26.2.”
I dedicate my training and run this April to helping people with autism build on their strengths and feel the exhilaration of success. I am truly grateful to be part of an awesome team of dedicated hard-working athletes. I sincerely thank you in advance for your help and support. I have witnessed firsthand how many people and families have benefitted directly by our fundraising, We can and do make a difference for people with autism and their families. Please know each dollar I raise goes directly to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. Together, we are BOSTON STRONG!