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Bridgett and Liam's MGH Fundraising Page
Page Creator: Bridgett Lasbury-Casey
Event: Boston Marathon 2009
Event Starts: Apr 20, 2009
Training buddies: Jackie Oates
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Go Liam!
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Fundraising target: $8,000
So far we have raised: $7,910.00
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Our personal message:

Dear Friends, Family;

This note is to let you know that I will be running this year’s Boston Marathon in April. I know some of you may be in disbelief right now;  several months ago I would not have believed it myself.
I am running the marathon for a few reasons. This is an exciting personal challenge for me, one that I am very motivated about. The commitment to my training has brought a new passion to my life.
The other reason is for my son Liam. As most of you know, Liam (now two and a half years old) was diagnosed with a rare cancer, called Rhabdomyosacroma when he was only 5 ½ months old.  After two surgeries to remove tumors from his lungs, several months of chemotherapy, and four weeks of radiation, I am happy to report that he is thriving and doing very well.  Liam recently had a scan of his chest, and after almost a year since finishing chemotherapy, everything continues to look good.
Running the Boston Marathon will help me raise money for the pediatric hematology-oncology programs at MassGeneral Hospital for Children. Liam has received the best possible care there from an amazing group of people, but there is more work to be done. Donations to this cause will help further the efforts to increase cure rates and find new, innovative therapies for pediatric cancer.  
Those of you who know me, know that I am NOT a runner. Before I started this amazing journey I had never run more than a mile and a half in my life,  now I can hardly  believe that my weekly miles total over 20 miles and my longest run to date has been 8.5 miles.  I have been training very hard for the race but cannot succeed alone. I need your help to reach my fund raising goal of $3,000. I am counting on the support of my family and friends to not only finish the race but also to help fight kids’ cancer.
You can help me in a number of ways as April 20th approaches. 
  • A donation through this site
  • A donation mailed to my home (35 Old Elm Street, Mansfield, MA 02048 checks payable to Massachusetts General Hospital)
  • Come join me for a run
  • Recommend a song for my iPod playlist

I cannot thank you enough for your support. Together we can make a difference, and hopefully one day find a cure for childhood cancer.

Bridgett

UPDATE
Now that I have reached the committed amount, I am aiming a little bit higher in my goal. Thanks again to all who have helped us so far. So my weekly miles have gone way up since the last update and I have also ran in the New Bedford 1/2 marathon a few weeks ago and felt rally good. Hard to believe that the BIG day is only 21 days away. Thanks again to all that have support in this great cause! :)

UPDATE #2
WOW, what a day. I cannot even begin to describe yesterday. It was a truly amazing day for everyone. I never would have thought that I would ever run in  a road never mind the Boston Marathon. It was a once in a lifetime thing and I was glad that I was able to do it and for such a GREAT cause. I have reached my personal goal of raising $7000 for MGH and will look to continue to raise funds over the next month. Thank you again for all who have donated and contributed in many ways. :)  :)   :)   :)

Thank you to our off-line sponsors as well:

Auntie Missy and Uncle Jack
The Smith Family
Mike and Marsha Donovan (Dunnie)
Dennis and Martha Furtado
Patty Hennessey
Cheryl and Amy
Pat Cronin
The Itzkowitz Family
Brian and Susan Feeney
Lisa Grosshart
Paula Lemont
Barbara Beaudoin
Patty Connor
Bill and Tina Hurley
Uncle Billy
Joe and Linda Farroba
Jeanne Daly Swierski
Lynda and Artie Milliken
The Vanbuskirk Family
The English Family
Aunt Kathy
Melissa Ryan
Cathy and Jim Walsh
Cara and Anthony DeLucia
Maryann and Paul Vienneau
Noah, Zach, and Emilie Vienneau
Mary and Charles Clay
Erin Burrows and Family
Jeannine Jarvis
Barbara and Tony Cerce
Billy and Amy Casey and Family
Wayne and Michele Casey and Family
Maryclaire and Dan Capetta
Auntie Alyce
Vicki Harchik and Family
Lori Salvia and Bruce Anderson
Helen Pierce (Ms. Helen)
Darryl and Laurie Graffam
Margaret and Richard Simolari
The Chappron Family
Joseph Oliveri
Walter Paschal and Family
John and Anne Harper

Online Sponsors to date:
Display Name Date Amount  Comment
Anonymous 4/27/2009 $10.00 Our best thoughts are with your family! 
Pam Gould 4/22/2009 $50.00 I missed the race deadline, but good for you B! 
Murph 4/20/2009 $50.00 Way to go Coach!  
Angela 4/20/2009 $100.00 Sorry we are late!! Tracking you since the halfway mark! GO GO GO!!!! 
Siobhan, Jason, Fitz & Snacks Chewning 4/20/2009 $30.00 Good luck! 
Maura Carroll 4/20/2009 $100.00 Good luck, Bridgett! We are so proud of you! 
Patty & Bob Murphy 4/20/2009 $50.00 Good Luck Coach.... We will be keeping track online 
Emily Joyce 4/20/2009 $25.00 Good Luck 
Chuck and Diane Nugent 4/20/2009 $25.00 Good Luck!!!!!  
Brian, Kendra & Madi 4/19/2009 $50.00 Good Luck!! Wish we could be there! Can't wait to hear about it! xoxo 
Robin Ramey 4/19/2009 $50.00 Good luck!!! 
Shannon and Shaun Hruzd 4/19/2009 $20.00 Good luck! 
Mom & Dad 4/19/2009 $275.00 We are very proud of you. Lots of Love & Good Luck, see you @ the FINISH LINE! 
Macaire, John, Seamus, Aoife & Eilish 4/19/2009 $50.00 We are cheering down in VA!  
Nancy & Ed Carroll and Family 4/19/2009 $50.00 Good luck, Bridgett! 
Jimmy Gallivan 4/19/2009 $50.00  
Mike and Marian Carroll 4/18/2009 $50.00 Go Bridgett! 
Marguerite (Turcotte) Garofalo 4/18/2009 $25.00 Saw the article in the Sun Chronicle, and remember you from OA. Best of luck!  
Colin, Tierney, Casey & Molly 4/18/2009 $30.00 Good Luck Auntie Bridgett! We love you and think you are awesome! 
Marycate and Rick 4/18/2009 $100.00 Words can't express how proud I am of my big sister...You are am amazing women and mom!Good Luck. 
Ray & Linda Parenteau 4/18/2009 $50.00 Good Luck Bridgett!!!!!! 
Paula Habel 4/16/2009 $50.00 CONGRATS & Good luck! I did a half last year...I can't imagine doing a whole. WAY TO GO! 
Meghan and Steve Moore 4/15/2009 $50.00 Good luck! You have lots of fans! 
Uncle Frank and Deb 4/6/2009 $100.00 We'll be watching for you...good luck! 
Abby & RJ Flynn 4/3/2009 $25.00 That's one long run!! Good Luck!! 
Paige, Jimmy & Averill 4/1/2009 $50.00 Good Luck! 
The Heenan Family 3/31/2009 $100.00 Liam's one lucky little boy--best of luck Bridgett! 
Heidi Egan 3/30/2009 $50.00 Good luck coach-- I'll be rooting for you! :) 
Allie Fox 3/30/2009 $25.00 Coach, you had a hard time running around the bases, I wish i could see you run 26 miles! Good luck! 
Sara Lupica 3/30/2009 $50.00 WAY TO GO BRIDGE!!!!!!!! 
The Schlenker Family 3/28/2009 $50.00 Bridgett - Best Wishes for a Great Race! 
The Oates Family 3/27/2009 $50.00 Tip Top Training Will Get You to the Finish! 
Chris & Kathy White 3/26/2009 $50.00 God speed! 
Mary Ellen & Bob OLeary 3/26/2009 $100.00 Best of luck! 
Kerry Phayre 3/24/2009 $50.00 If you could steal theball and hit that 3 ptr...you can run the marathon! 
Melissa Grabau 3/23/2009 $50.00 I am so proud of you! And a little in shock! You'll do awesome. 
Laney 3/22/2009 $50.00 You go girl..... 
Jim, Paige and Averill 3/16/2009 $50.00 Good Luck!!! 
jean rossi 3/15/2009 $200.00 good luck!! 
Stephanie Hurley 3/14/2009 $50.00 Good Luck Coach! It's an amazing thing you're doing! 
Marisa, Olivia, and Henry 3/12/2009 $25.00 GOOD LUCK!!!! 
Ribeiro Family 3/12/2009 $50.00  
BJ and Deb 3/11/2009 $50.00 GOOD LUCK BRIDGE!!! 
Natasha Sepe 3/10/2009 $50.00 Good Luck Coach! 
Eric LePage 3/9/2009 $50.00 You rock Bridgett! A great cause, and I wish you and Liam all the best. 
Shaney King & Family 3/9/2009 $250.00 Go Bridgett, Go Liam! We'll be there to cheer you on & play w/your fun pack of boys. 
Jim and Maureen 3/8/2009 $75.00 You have our permission to walk as much as you want...Good luck Bridgett! 
The King Family 3/7/2009 $50.00 Goodluck Coach 
Nina and Poppa 3/6/2009 $150.00 God Bless you Bridgett--Run like the wind! 
Alicia Siryon-Wells and Family 3/6/2009 $25.00 Best of luck to you Bridget and Best wishes to Liam 
Nancy Antin 3/4/2009 $100.00 Congratulations Bridgett - what an accomplishment!!!! 
Suzanne Jolin 3/4/2009 $50.00 You're an inspiration! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers! I have no doubt you can do this.  
Tom Groh 3/3/2009 $50.00 You can do it Bridgett! 
Angela Baumann 3/3/2009 $50.00 Good luck Bridgett! 
Trainer Jackie 3/2/2009 $75.00 its has been a pleasure. keep up the great jogging angry elf  
Lisa Barros 3/2/2009 $100.00 You got it coach 
Hannah, Bobby, & Brendan Lasbury 3/1/2009 $50.00 Good luck Auntie Bridgett! 
Richard Freyermuth 2/28/2009 $25.00 God Bless 
The David Family 2/27/2009 $50.00 Go Bridge!!!!! Best of luck!!! 
Bonnie, Craig, Caroline & Travis 2/27/2009 $25.00 Shutup! You know you can do this with your sneakers tied behind your back! Luv you all!! 
Kate & Lisa 2/27/2009 $25.00 Good luck! :) 
Laura Mead 2/26/2009 $25.00 Wish you the best of luck! 
The Howard Family 2/26/2009 $100.00 Good for you and Liam. 
Dave & Liz Ogilvie 2/26/2009 $100.00 Best of luck Bridgett!!  
uncle Bill auntie Sheila 2/25/2009 $50.00 Good luck you can do it 
Melissa and Karen 2/25/2009 $50.00 Eye of the tiger kid!!! 
Robin Dooling 2/25/2009 $50.00 You are an inspiration to me. I'll be looking for you on the sidelines 
Peggy McCorkle 2/25/2009 $50.00 You're amazing! Good luck. 
Uncle James & Auntie Patsy 2/24/2009 $100.00 You go girl !!!! 
Jennifer Duval 2/24/2009 $50.00 Go Bridgett!! I'll be looking for you! 
andy donellon 2/24/2009 $100.00 best wishes from a friend of Tom's 
Julianne Conley Bride 2/24/2009 $50.00 Good luck Bridgett! I'll be cheering you on! 
Sam and Drew Hamilton 2/24/2009 $50.00 Good Luck Coach! You'll do great!!! 
Tom Rossi 2/24/2009 $200.00 Bridgett - you will be as great as Liam! Good Luck! 
Kellie, Jack and Brennan Scutt 2/23/2009 $50.00 "Joy and Pain" - Rob Base for the iPod playlist Bridge! Good Luck!  
The Cahoon Family 2/20/2009 $50.00 SO happy Liam is doing well! We'll cheer you on 100% of the way Bridgett! Good Luck!! 
Amy Kramer 2/20/2009 $25.00 Good Luck! 
Donna Pickett 2/20/2009 $50.00 Good luck, don't doubt you will do it. 
Karleen 2/19/2009 $50.00  
Auntie MinnieYou 2/19/2009 $100.00 You can do it. God Bless you both 
Nicola Silvestro 2/18/2009 $50.00 Good luck and that Liam stays as healthy as he is 
Christine Tighe 2/17/2009 $50.00 Good Luck, Bridgett-You can do it! 
Liam 2/16/2009 $100.00 GO Mommy! 
Sharon Hughes 2/10/2009 $100.00 Best of luck to you and Liam 
The Schellings Family 2/9/2009 $50.00 Go Bridgett!! Best of luck with your 1st marathon!! 
* Total raised online: $5,465.00
Amount raised offline: $2,445.00
Grand Total: $7,910.00
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