Hi friends,
Do you all know what my favorite part of September is besides fantasy football and pumpkinhead? Well, it's here and it's the Jimmy Fund walk.
Yes, this email is going to be pretty long, probably not that funny, and asking you for money so if you are not interested in any of those things, I'll save you the time now :)
If you love all those things, here's our link:
Unfortunately, Natalie and I have been unable to participate the last two years, but I'm very excited to jump back in with the Media Milers. Natalie and Riley will also be joining for as much of the walk as our cute little amazing 2-month old can crank out, but she's got those long legs so I like her chances at a couple miles at least.
The event happens in 28 days, September 27th, so I don't have a lot of time to do a lot of fundraising. Trust me, it's worth it to annoy you over the next three plus weeks via email, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for every dollar I can make.
As you know, this organization and this cause is very near and dear to our hearts and the hearts of many of you. We see the benefits week in and week out, right there in person.
Sitting in the lobby of Dana Farber watching people battle this disease makes you realize a few things:
1) Every day is a blessing. Don't live every day, but every second to the fullest.2) Tell the people you love that you love them more times than they can handle.3) Do whatever you can to help.
Well, this is what I try to do ... as a start. I'd ask you to skip the coffee or bring lunch this week for a $20 donation, but I know the hardest part may be taking the time out of your busy lives to read my email, click my link, insert your credit card information, and submit. Everyone hates extra clicks, but I'm asking you nicely. If you are able to help, I will be eternally grateful. Please?
Please give whatever you can. Oh the link? Yep, right here:
There are so many causes that impact the lives of our families and friends and so many events that we involve ourselves with, but if you are looking to get yourself into one that has meaning and is fun, this is it. Every mile is sponsored by a survivor or current patient of the Jimmy Fund and seeing their faces on the mile markers is beyond words incredible and provides more motivation than you could ever need to simply walk. If you can't walk, start by donating and maybe you can join us next year.
If you've ever been involved in this event, or ran the Boston Marathon, then you know. If you have stood on the sidelines to watch either of the two, then you know. Especially now, this day, and this route, is legendary. Our team takes over/under bets on how many times we cry during the 26.2 miles as it is insanely emotional and fulfilling.
The walk follows the exact marathon route and the support along the way is just as amazing as race day from Dana Farber and the thousands of volunteers. They have tents with food and drinks, medical stations, massage/stretching areas, and a party at the end and just like on the third Monday of April, the participants head out to Hopkinton while it is still dark out to begin the trek.
Ok, that's my spiel ... for now, but you will be hearing from me again.
Thank you for considering donating and I truly mean it when I say look forward to walking this year in support of each and every one of you that is battling like we are and in memory of those that have battled before us.
Love,
Marshy Family of 3
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