Turning Grief into Good

One year ago, my nephew Jacob was taken up to Heaven. Our family has struggled with this loss.  It was a double-whammy as in September 2011 we found out Jacob had Down syndrome.  We were heart-broken at first but rallied as we learned more about Down syndrome and the unconditional love Jacob would give each one of us.  To loose him in the end was tragic.

Part of my grieving process has been getting to know Brady Murray in Idaho.  He founded Rod's Racing, which raises money for orphans with Down Syndrome.  He has a son with Downs and couldn't believe how many children were put up for adoption with this condition around the world.

Meet Elvis!

The money we raise helps offset the adoption fees (often $20,000+) for families looking to open their homes to a child.  As a Rod's team member, I am committed to raising $1000 in 2013.  As I have mentioned in previous posts, I will be completing 4 races in 4 countries this year (2 half-marathons, a sprint triathlon, and a 5K).  There will probably be more added along the way.

If you have children, if you have ever lost a loved one, if you know someone with Downs syndrome, if you love me and my family, please support this very worthy cause.  If everyone of my Facebook friends gave $10, we would have raised over $4000 to get Elvis one step closer to a loving home.  Please support me here.  Thanks for reading this.