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A view from my training walk (by Erin)

Many of you already know that I've registered to walk 60 miles in 3 days to raise money for Breast Cancer Research. For the next four months, I'll be preparing my body and mind for the challenge. Also, I've committed to raise $2500 for the cause. I've decided to walk this October to honor my late Aunt Margaret, an 18 year survivor of the disease. More information on my motivation and the walk can be found here: 3-day. Please consider lending support by donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word to friends and family.

Yesterday I completed a 5 mile walk around the Diamond Head Crater, and I'll do 3 more miles (probably pushing a double stroller) today. I thought it'd be fun to share some photos from the training walks so you can join me in the journey. Here's the first of many:

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Diamond Head Lighthouse at sunset

Comments

mama mia said…
lovely training grounds, gal!
Sounds like you're getting in the groove. I'll lend some support...

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