Hello

Thank you for taking time to look at my Fundraising Page.  I started running in 2007 after I saw my friend running the Chicago Marathon.  I decided that I wanted to run in 2008, so I quit smoking and started running.  I have been trying to run a race a month.  I have run several races; 5k's, 8k' and (2) half Marathon's, and will be running more over the summer as part of my training.  The Bank of America Chicago Marathon will be my first Marathon.  I ask you to take a look at my blog to see how my training is going (www.joeruns.blogspot.com) and please donate to World VIsion.  They help children and families who have been effected by AIDS in Africa.  You can get more information about World Vision at www.worldvision.com My goal is to raise $1,000 before Oct 12, 2008.  Help me reach this and give what you can. 

Again thanks for your support,

Joe.