Wow. I wanted to write this post as soon as I got home because I am so overwhelmed. Sandi, my sister in law, is such a remarkable, strong, brave woman. She was sitting on a porch one night with some good friends, and had a vision to start raising money for women in her area who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, and who are not as blessed with the insurance and resources that she has. So they began Champions of Hope. Three years ago, when they started the race/event, 400 people signed up. Last year, 800 people signed up. This year, approximately 1800 people signed up to participate. Her vision, her ministry to other women, has become something very large. And I think she doesn't even realize how important and powerful her story is. Besides the fact that she and her friends can put together a very fun, well organized event.
I could not be more proud to be Sandi's sister (in law). I am so very proud of her and I can't think of a person that I admire more in the world. She is my best friend, my family, my sister, and I love her so very much.
Now, on to the race day pics!
Margaret Anne started out the morning by jamming out to some Wesley Cook!
She danced with sweet Kate.
And hung out with Nonna, Daddy, and Grammy!
Hays crossed the finish line first!
And then I finished! I want to mention the sweet girl also named Meredith that I met while running. She said she reads my blog, so hey Meredith! It was so nice to meet you!!
Sandi and me
Sandi and Alan
Alan and me. P.S. Alan hasn't run in a YEAR and finished the 5k in 30 min. Dang.
Kate was in charge of the Survivor tent and did a beautiful job!
The Thalian Mardi Gras Society T-shirt won for T-shirt design!
Our tributes to Sandi on the Tribute Wall
Grammy, Grampa, and Grampy watching all the fun!
Margaret Anne with her medal and Bubba
Nonna checking out the medal
Watching the awards. It started getting a little hot in the sun...
Sandi did a terrific job speaking! She is truly inspiring for everyone who meets her.
Kelli Hall being crowned chairperson.
Margaret Anne was ready to go home!
We had such a great weekend with family. I feel so very blessed.
4 comments:
What an amazing story, it shows what I have always believed that one person can make a difference. Beautiful photographs
It was great meeting you too! Hopefully we'll meet again soon!
-Meredith
Wow! Impressive stuff! I wanna run with you guys next year!
Great pics!
Tell MA Fenn and I say hello!
E
Wow that looks awesome! Great pics !
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