i close my eyes

Sometimes when I run I close my eyes
Sure it may not be the safest way,
but it helps me get up a steep hill or take that next step forward

I close my eyes and picture myself running the NYC Marathon
Surrounded by tall buildings
People running beside me
The cheers from the crowd
The tears welling up as each step takes me closer to the finish line

I close my eyes and picture each person I am running for
Those who have lost their battle with cancer, or those who are still fighting
Friends, loved ones, strangers
Their stories play on repeat in my mind
Each step I take, I take for them

I close my eyes and picture those who are supporting me on this journey
Cheering me on
Standing tall beside me
Encouraging me
Getting me one step closer to raising $3000 for the Sloan Memorial Hospital

I close my eyes and picture my friends and family
I can see them cheering 
I hear their clapping
It all feels so real
It is this vision that pushes me forward

I close my eyes and I continue on
Knowing that I am supported
Knowing that I am supporting others
Knowing that each dollar raised is important
As I get one step closer so does that day when we will be a world without cancer

This is why I have chosen to run the NYC Marathon with Fred's Team
To do what I can to help 
To raise awareness and funds
To support those who are fighting
And to get one step closer to finding a cure

If you are drawn to supporting me on this journey you can find my donation page HERE.  Each dollar makes a difference and no donation is to small.  When we join together we make big things happen.  Let's do this together!