26.2 for Mom

I will have days when I don't know if I can run a marathon.
I will have a lifetime knowing that I have.

I have been waiting until my legs decided that they can endure 26.2 miles. And... now that I am almost done with the most intense part of my training, I want to invite you to join me in raising money in honor of my mom!

On May 31st, I will be running the San Diego Rock-n-Roll Marathon. I am using this opportunity to give to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to advance research, support patients, and create hope for all those affected by pancreatic cancer.

I am hoping that you will become a part of this important and exciting experience by adopting one of my miles. If you would like to support my run in honor of my mom, please choose a mile to adopt (the available miles will stay posted on the right side of my blog) and donate a minimum of $50. To do so, simply click on the "26.2 for Mom" button on the right and follow the directions. I know times are tight and if you are unable to adopt a mile, please click anyway and make a donation in any amount. Every little bit makes a difference!

As many of you know, I have been wanting to run a marathon for a long time. Combining my love for running and doing what little I can to fight this devastating disease seemed like a great opportunity. My mom did not just sit back and watch life from the sidelines. She got in there, got involved, and made a difference. She changed people's lives and I know that she will be with me the entire 26.2 miles whispering, "You can do this!"

Trouble

Pat's Run

My whole family joined 20,000 other sundevils for Pat's Run at ASU on Saturday, April 18th. Bri and I ran the 4.2 mile run in honor of Pat Tillman (and..yes, Bri and I both killed our times from last year!!), while the kids got to run in the .42 mile fun run. I was excited for Max, Cal, and Elle to experience Pat's Run for the first time and learn about a great American hero.

Bri & I (asu grad. 1996) post race

Grandpa (asu grad. 1971) supporting the little devils
Elle exhibiting her disturbing fondness for port-a-jons???

Max (future asu grad. 2023) and Elle getting in a pre-race stretch

Elle (future asu grad. 2027) always with great fashion sense

Cal (future asu grad. 2026) and Elle keeping up with the big guys
At the finish line

Elle enjoying a post race nap

Go Devils!

Easter

On Easter we managed to squeeze in an early morning egg hunt, brunch and an egg relay at my sister's house, church, and dinner at Lance's parents' house.

and...If I never see another egg or jelly bean again, it will be too soon!

Cold Case

On Saturday, as I went to close the family room blinds, I discovered a large break in the window.
Nearby, I found several baseballs, all belonging to Max, but played with by all three kids. I began my investigation...

I interviewed all three suspects and nobody was talking. I even used my well-honed interrogating skills, acquired after years of faithful CSI and Law & Order viewing. No good. Unfortunately, these three suspects have perfected the "I don't know anything" face after a lifetime of denying any wrong doing. Deny, deny, deny...

I just have to be patient. Soon, one of these hoodlums is bound to rat out the other.

I will keep you informed on the status of this case.

Happy Easter!

We spent Friday night over at Brandon and Rachel's house. The boys had to try out their new half pipe. It's been a while since Cal and Max have dropped in, so they needed some pointers from their cousin Leif and the big boys.

(and how can you not enjoy a night with this handsome devil?)

Genius

Anybody that can turn these babies into these...

is a cool mom in my book!

Thanks Bakerella!