Somehow I have signed up for not one, but two 5Ks over the next 2 Saturdays. I know. Who am I? This is the walking variety 5K. The only time I think it's appropriate for me to run is if I'm being chased by zombies. And it's not like zombies can move very fast. So unless there are zombies chasing me, I'll be walking.
Tomorrow I'm doing one in Chino Hills for the Let it Be Foundation which helps terminally ill kids. That's worthy, right? We get to briskly stroll around Chino Hills State Park and enjoy a pancake breakfast afterwards.
And next Saturday is a slightly larger one in LA. The Revlon Run/Walk for Women's Cancers where you get to walk around the seedier side of the city and end up at the Coliseum where an 80s band will be playing. One year it was Kenny Loggins. Last year it was the Go-Gos. I'm praying it's Boston this year.
I just registered for it and they give you the option to start up a fundraising page, and because I'm such a follower, I did. So if you would like to donate to the cause just click here. I particularly hate asking people to donate to things. No really, I do. I failed at all those school fundraisers and that was for things like new kickballs. Not for cancer research. But I know that you're a lovely group of people and if you're feeling generous or have an extra buck or two that you'd like to toss this way, head on over. The site automatically sets the outrageously high goal of $2000. But no worries, the Wealthy Benefactor will make up the difference, I'm sure.
And if you'd like to join us (it's just me and Katie so far) go ahead and register. We can wear matching t-shirts! We have to leave insanely early in the morning but I can promise you witty conversation after 7am. And if there are zombies you get to see me run.
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If it weren't at 7 in the AM and if I weren't 12 months pregnant and if Nora didn't have golf lessons that morning I would definitely join you. Maybe next year! But if I can find a credit card I will donate to make up for my absence.
The only way I would enter a race is if I was allowed to WALK...and only if I was walking TOWARDS the finish line..and by finish line, I mean CHRISTIAN BALE...and he's holding a plate of hot, steaming pancakes, which he's going to feed to me while he sings...to me....
I'll donate...because you've made me laugh so many many times....and I appreciate what you're doing...and because I know that the pay off will be another good entry...yeesh...I am THAT selfish...
Rachel, this donation?....is it per mile or one flat donation...cause that would make differnce...you know....
Wow Rachel. I'm impressed! If I were in town at the time, I'd totally join in with my jogging stroller. I could use a brisk walk to get rid of all that beef I ate at Tucanos last week. Please be sure to take lots of pictures (like I have to remind you). Good luck!
I think the funnest way to enjoy a 5K would be with you and Katie. That sounds like a blast. You do know that if I lived in CA I would totally join you. I'll be thinking of the two of you, wishing I was there, and praying that this year it will be Boston. Have fun!
The Revlon Run/Walk! Good times. I love how when you walk into the stadium it truly feels like you are a superstar and the band is playing for your arrival. I can't wait to hear who the musical guest is this year.
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