When signing up for my first marathon, I was positive it was going to be a bucket list item, something to be checked off my list as I crossed the finish line (that's after limping through the snack line at the end of the race for the sweet treats, of course!). But there was something about the overwhelming, inspiring feeling I felt while crossing that finish line that motivates me to sign up over and over again.  

Well, here I am, running the Twin Cities Marathon thanks to the encouragement of a great friend, Molly. Never before have I been part of a charity team, which makes this race even more exciting, and the feelings to come at the finish even more emotional.

Please consider showing your support to Children's by donating to their awesome organization, or coming out to the race and cheering on the runners on October 4th!