Cancer touches the lives
of so many. Every story is different and
filled with every conceivable emotion as people make decisions about their way
forward after diagnosis. A common thread through these stories is the hope found
with advancements in treatment and care which are the result of new research
and discoveries, many of which occur here in Boston at world-renowned organizations
like the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
On
I have to admit that the
idea of running my very first marathon is a bit daunting. But in the three
years since running became an important part of my life, I have been inspired
by so many people who run for a variety of charities and am motivated by their
commitment and dedication to running for a cause.
Like so many of you, cancer
has touched the lives of my family and friends and I am convinced that those
who have run for charities before me have contributed to the research and
knowledge that have impacted those I love.
I will also run the
Boston Marathon this year because of the events at last year’s race. In the
days and months that followed tragedy, I was struck by the resilience and
determination of the people of Boston
to bind together and overcome the obstacles and difficulties which were
initially out of their control. I have lived in Massachusetts
most of my life but have never been more proud to call myself a Bostonian.
I will run in memory of
Clint Sanford, my step-father who lost his battle with esophageal cancer in
2000. I will run in honor of my sister and father, both cancer survivors, and
my step-mother, who is currently in the late stages of treatment. And I will
run for those you recognize through your donations. I hope you will support me by giving a gift to
my run and, in doing so, help Dana-Farber and all of us reach the ultimate
finish line: a world without cancer.
Please visit http://runDFMC.org/2014/davidg to support me!! You can also send a check, made out to "Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge" to 41 Shaw Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
Thank you! - David
Please visit http://runDFMC.org/2014/davidg to support me!! You can also send a check, made out to "Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge" to 41 Shaw Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
Thank you! - David