****UPDATE: Slight change of plans ... due to my lack of training, I have decided to run the half marathon rather than the full - I worry that I would end up with an injury.  This will still be a challenge for me and I hope that you still consider supporting me by donating to Best Friends.

Well, I'm back at it; silly me!  I've decided once again to challenge myself to run another marathon.  This time I'll be traveling to Toronto (why not) to run the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon on Sunday, September 27th.  My goals are not huge: train without developing plantar fasciitis, not have blisters on both arches by mile 4 and finish in 4 hours and 30 minutes.

My other goal though, is to raise money for Best Friends Animal Society, the country's largest no-kill sanctuary, in Kanab, Utah.  After being a long time member, I finally got a chance to make two trips out there in 2008 to volunteer.  Many people thought I was crazy for taking my 'vacation' to pick up poop, but I could not have been happier!  I was even lucky enough to be Walgreens spokesperson delivering over $30,000 from a pet photo shoot our stores had.

I could go on and on for days about my experiences, but I'll spare you.  I hope that you can sponsor my running goals by making a financial contribution to a cause that I care so deeply about.  Any amount is greatly appreciated ... thank you!