Racing to Save Lives

What would you do to make a difference?

***Please help me meet my next goal of $500 by July 31!***

Running the Nike Women's Marathon 2008 was an incredibly emotional experience. Not only was it my first marathon, but it introduced me to Team in Training. In San Fran, I was surrounded by more than 5,000 runners who had raised over $18 million to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's efforts to find a cure for all blood related cancers. After crossing the finish line, I knew that it definitely was not my last marathon and that I could not have gotten there without the incredible support of TNT.

I'm back again, training for two TNT events in 2009. I recently completed the Lake Placid Half Marathon and I am excited to be heading out to San Francisco for the Nike Women's Marathon on October 18, 2009.

Knowing the difference that our team makes by raising money to fund cancer research and aid patient services is more meaningful than crossing the finish line. Seeing survivors thankful for people like you and me who have donated to the cause makes me proud to be a part of TNT.

As a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training Program, I am raising money for leukemia, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and myeloma research and patient assistance programs. TNT and the LLS work diligently together to cure blood cancers.

In 2009, I'm committed to raising $4000 to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society between my two events - only this time, the stakes are higher. Due to the recession, LLS has been receiving fewer donations, at the same time that many patients are losing their health insurance and needing the services of the LLS more than ever.

Please help by donating whatever you can! Thank you for your support and for making a difference in the lives of so many people. In the meantime, I will keep logging the miles to reward your generosity :-)

love,

Sarah

Race Report

May 24 - Madison Half Marathon (13.1 mi) 2:19:45

June 14 - Lake Placid Half Marathon (13.1 mi) 2:29:51

August 30- NYC Half Marathon (13.1 mi)

October 18 - Nike Women's Half Marathon (13.1 mi)

November 22 - Philly Marathon (26.2 mi)

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