The Russo 5K

Well we had a wonderful long weekend. My husband and I hosted a road race in Bristol, RI at Colt State Park benefiting RISCPA. It was in memory of my beloved son who was tragically killed last August by a hit and run driver. He was only 23 years old and I wanted to do something in his memory. He used to volunteer at the shelter. He loved all creatures, but especially cats and kittens. I have many more pictures at the website, Russo 5K. We felt this was a wonderful way to remember my Mikey.

On another positive note, you really find out how lucky you are to have many good friends. You know the ones who jump in when you are trying to organize a road race. I am so fortunate to have so many of these good friends. We also got to spend some time as a family and be with Mikey's best friend and family. Time is so precious and sometimes it is good to shut off the computer, put away the QuickBooks and do some good in our neighborhood. We raised over $1,900.00 in net proceeds to help the animals in Rhode Island. The race went off without a hitch, which is amazing since we were newbies. I have run in many of these but never hosted one. I am so glad I had the holiday to get the posting of the race times up on the web.

So, Mikey, we are thinking of you! We miss you dearly. And we plan on remembering you year after year with this memorial road race.

Lynda

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