A good running day. I met the Team out at Byrd Park, and I'm really glad I did. Holly McFeely and her daughter (a patient honoree) Emma were there for our Mission Moment. It was truly heartbreaking to hear about what Emma went through, being diagnosed with leukemia and undergoing chemotherapy at only 10 weeks old. But at the same time, it was incredibly inspiring. Emma recovered (8 years in remission today!), and is a more accomplished athlete than I am! She is a triathlete as well as a future marathoner (as proudly proclaimed by her sweatshirt).
Her mother, Holly, gave this advice (paraphrased, not quoted): When you're out there running, and you get to mile 17 or 18 and your legs hurt and you're miserable, think about Emma. Think about the pain and trauma she went through during her chemotherapy. Think about all the other people out there undergoing chemotherapy now. That is a more painful and horrible experience than any pain you might be feeling from running a few miles.
Perspective.
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