Miracles do happen!

Liz,

Thank you!  You know I had big shoes to fill by following all of you previous APLA runners!  ;-)  You were there with me, I felt you running with me and telling me to keep going.  Thank you!.
Hey maybe, just maybe I will be there next year too.

I am glad you went out and ran today! 

L

Lena,

My angel, my friend and my idol, I couldn't be prouder of you and all you've done!  Give your Mom and little man a huge hug for me and tell them congrats too.

You've given me inspiration and hope.

Hugs and love,
Barb

AHHHHHHHHHHHH Barb!  THank you for your support!  You are the bestest in the world! 

L

I can't say much to add to what others have said, but congratulations.  You are an inspiration.

Carol

Thank you Carol.  And best of luck to you.  Three days is a major committment and you too are a true inspiration. 

Keep us posted. 
L

Lena,

First I want to thank you for making sure my mascara smeared down my face....lol

The more I read the more I cried…I am soooo very happy for you big accomplishment. To know less then a year ago you couldn’t even walk a mile without feeling completely exhausted. I know how you feel…this surgery is such a life saver and I know it has changed my life dramatically.   Lena you are a inspiration to me and I am sure a lot of other people…and just think when you little man goes up he will be so proud of his mommy!!!!   I am so proud of you!!!   B**** the end of October there is going to be a 5k walk/run…well, I’ll be walking for the City of Hope, and I thought it would be great if we could get a group of us together to do it. I know it is no marathon, but I would be honored if you would join me.   Let me know…   Hugs, Michele

Michele,
Let me know about the 5K in October.  I will be doing the Long Beach 1/2 marathon in October as well. 

Thank you for always supporting me and for being you!  You are very special to me and I can't wait for the day to see you again and my lil man and your grand daughter get to play together. 
Thank you again. 
L

Lena -
I just want to say "Congratulations"!! I can not even begin to express just how amazing I believe this accomplishment to be. I only hope to one day experience such an accomplishment!!! Keep running!!! You are truly an All-Star!!!

Thank you Heather! 

Lena...thank you for such an inspirational accounting of your LA marathon.  I felt like I was running the race with you; what an amazing writing talant you have!  You are a model for all us newbies to watch and follow...I applaud your success and accomplishments!
Nancy aka Sunray
Do. Or not Do...There is no Try...yoda, Star Wars