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Run, Marla, Run!
Can I complete my first marathon in Rome on March 22, 2009? Yes, I can…Can I reach my goal of raising $5,900 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society as a marathon participant? Yes, I can…Si che posso!
To echo the sentiment of Obama’s acceptance speech, the “yes I can” spirit has inspired me to work harder at realizing my dreams in life and to cherish every day I live in good health. Because I live with a chronic illness (I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2004), it is with great pride that I can stand up and run on behalf of others who live with chronic illnesses.
As a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Team in Training program, I have pledged to train on behalf of Honored Teammate, David Dorfman, a New York attorney who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2006. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is a foundation that helps raise money to find the cure for blood cancers such as David has, including leukemia, Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and myeloma. It also provides patient services programs, much like the MS Society does, which has been an essential resource for me.
I will begin training with coaches and mentors this week, and I will accept any donations in hopes of reaching my goal of $5,900. I aim to raise $4,000 by January 5, with the remaining $1,900 raised by March 1. The money will be used by LSS for research, patient services and education—75% of the Society’s expenditures will directly advance our mission. Please think big this holiday season and give as generously as you can—your donation is 100% tax deductible.
You can simply make an online donation through this webpage!
I greatly appreciate your support, and I hope you have a wonderful holiday. I’ll keep you posted on my success. Here’s to 2009!
All my best,
Marla |
Marla Yost
Last Edited on:
11/20/2008
Comments
| "Hope you have an amazing journey, Marla! " | |
| nBrandy Mitchell | |
| "Dearest Marla, Congratulations on this amazing goal! You are a beautiful soul and will most definitely reach it. Best, Flory" | |
| Flory | |
| "You are an amazing woman, Marla. If anyone can accomplish this, you can! Barbara S" | |
| Barbara Sturgell | |
| "Go Marla! You are an amazing soul-- run like the wind! Kendall" | |
| Kendall Rileigh | |
| "Congratulations Marla! I am inspired by your courage and strength. May you be fleet of foot ... Natalie" | |
| Natalie Neckyfarow | |
| "i'm sooooooo proud of you. this is such an amazing accomplishment and a worthy cause. may angels carry you across the finish line! " | |
| Elizabeth Sugarman | |
| "Yes, you can! Good luck, Marla" | |
| Lisa Richardson | |


