Rise and shine Columbus! Wow I forgot how hard it is to wake up at 5am for morning runs! Last time I woke up this early I was answering to my 'alam clock' Zac on the phone to wake me up for our summer-buddy morning runs! However, once I'm up, get a little stretch in, eat my bananas with peanut butter, get some coffee and my ONN updates, I'm ready for the morning air! Running for others makes my long runs seem much easier with meaning. So this morning, I am dedicating my run to Jeanne Reilly, who lost her life at age 67 battling leukemia in 1994. Jeanne was a beloved sister to my dear friend Loisanne. May there soon be a cure!

p.s. Roadblock this morning on Cemetery Road! 10-4pm! Spare some change for those in need! I promise it will put a smile on your face as well as bring hope to those battling blood-related cancers!

Run strong! Run free! Run fun! Run for funds!