My Purpose
On October 20, 2013, I am attempting to finish my first ever marathon. It has been a long journey to get where I am today, and it sure was not easy getting here. A year and a half ago, I decided to change my health for the better and one of my best friends and I decided to pick up running.
-45 pounds and 2 half marathons later, I am ready to conquer the full marathon [at least I think so]. Training for this run is going to be an emotional rollercoaster for me, so to keep me motivated, I thought what better way than to make this journey one that will impact others... or more specifically, impact animals!
Growing up, my family always believed in rescuing animals and showing them the love and care that they deserved. This is still a cause that I hold deep in my heart, especially since my family could testify that I am mildly obsessed with our chocolate lab. Lord knows that if I could, I would bring home every animal that needed a home.
The Wood County Humane Society's animals come to them through owner surrenders, strays (cats only), or through animal cruelty and neglect cases. For those of you that are pet owners, we all know how quickly a pet becomes part of the family. They have the ability to bring so much love, happiness, and loyalty to a human's life. Through your donation, the Wood County Humane Society is able to enrich the shelter environment while the animals stay with them and expand their limited budget toward other needed expenses.
-45 pounds and 2 half marathons later, I am ready to conquer the full marathon [at least I think so]. Training for this run is going to be an emotional rollercoaster for me, so to keep me motivated, I thought what better way than to make this journey one that will impact others... or more specifically, impact animals!
Growing up, my family always believed in rescuing animals and showing them the love and care that they deserved. This is still a cause that I hold deep in my heart, especially since my family could testify that I am mildly obsessed with our chocolate lab. Lord knows that if I could, I would bring home every animal that needed a home.
The Wood County Humane Society's animals come to them through owner surrenders, strays (cats only), or through animal cruelty and neglect cases. For those of you that are pet owners, we all know how quickly a pet becomes part of the family. They have the ability to bring so much love, happiness, and loyalty to a human's life. Through your donation, the Wood County Humane Society is able to enrich the shelter environment while the animals stay with them and expand their limited budget toward other needed expenses.