Hi friends and family!

This run is dedicated to honoring a precious little girl, Claire. Please visit the CaringBridge page as her dad, Kevin, is updating her progress keeping her journal. Keep on praying!

http://m.caringbridge.org/visit/claireratliff/journal/entry/id/9070113/page/1

I have decided to run my first full marathon this fall, The Marine Corp Marathon. After doing three half marathons I have decided to run the full marathon for a special cause, honoring Claire. Claire has neuroblastoma and is currently undergoing treatments.

Alexandra, "Alex", was an amazing little girl who suffered from a rare form of childhood cancer, neuroblastoma. When Alex was 4 years old she decided to open up a lemonade stand. Let's just say that her idea was a good one! Since she opened her first lemonade stand, thousands of people across America have held various fundraisers and Alex's Lemonade Stand has become a national registered charity.

Over 40 million dollars to date has been raised to find a cure. This amazing charity is funding over 200 research projects nationally. Sadly, Alex lost her life at the young age of 8. Alex had a big dream to find a cure.

Let's fulfill Alex's dream and honor Claire! I will do all the running:-) No donation is too small. All donations are greatly appreciated and as you can see they are for a wonderful cause. Thank you for your support. If you'd prefer to donate money through cash or a check, please contact me at [email protected] or you can mail it to:

Running for a cure,

Carolyn