This isn’t the longest run (it’s really a 3 mile walk) that I’ve done, but it may be the most important.  As a semi-participant in Larry’s 6-pack Challenge and taking this summer to work out and eat healthier, I’ve started to realize how important my health is to both my happiness, confidence and really, my future.  Yes, I want to be able to enjoy the nice things in life, and great food is definitely one of them…but at the same time, to be a good husband and father, I need to be able to live a healthy life.

So I’m trying to raise at least $250 for this week’s SF Heart Walk, which is (bonus!) locally sponsored by Del Monte.  The proceeds go to the American Heart Association.  Click here to pledge me! I realize it’s short notice, so don’t make this one of those “I’ll decide on it later” things…we all know we’ll forget!  Make a small donation now!

In a twist of fate, I also learned that my uncle (my mom’s older brother) had a stroke last week and fell off his scooter.  He’s currently in the ICU.  Thankfully, he come out of his coma and can now answer simple questions, but he still fades in and out and has trouble staying awake.  We’re hoping that he hasn’t suffered much permanent damage to his brain.  So I’ll be thinking of him on race day and wishing him a speedy and full recovery.

Do you have loved ones who have been affected by stroke or heart disease?