This is something I rarely share with others, but myself and my family have been greatly impacted by the effects of addiction. We all have lifelong challenges to overcome, but this adversity made me incredibly resilient and taught me how to smile and find joy in the smallest of things. For this reason, the mission of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club resonates with me and I’m truly honored to be representing the club as a fundraiser and as a runner in the 127th Boston Marathon.

I began running in 2017 and have participated in half-marathons in the U.S. and Europe, but this will be my first full marathon. What a dream - the BOSTON marathon! I am thrilled that I will be able to run with a team of incredibly strong and supportive individuals. As part of the experience, I’m excited to participate in group runs and to learn more about how I can support the Bulldogs community.

If you or someone you know (and you probably know me if you are reading this) has been impacted by addiction, please consider a donation. Thank you in advance for anything you can give to support such an important mission.