Race Like There's Nobody Watching

On June 7th, a group of friends and colleagues of Lois Taylor, my "DC mom" and former boss, gathered on one of the hottest and most humid days of the summer to walk 5K in the National Race for the Cure. We walked as Team Lois' Legacy. Our team was 41 strong and we raised $6,308.00. A special thanks to my family and friends that helped me raise my piece of that. The race was a neat experience and it was wonderful to do it with Will. It's amazing to see how Lois continues to bring people together and create a spirit of unity among her friends and colleagues even from beyond this earthly life. I miss her.

Here are some pictures from the fun (and humid) morning:

Hrach, Judy, Patty, Bobbi and I

Bobbi and I showing off our Lois' Legacy tshirts (that I designed on zazzle.com)

This picture is to show two things - the massive numbers of people (10,000+) and the humidity (so bad there was limited visibility)

Jim, Ruth, Meredith and Dre

Sheryl with Frank, trying to keep everyone together (before we gave up)

Sheila and Susan

Larry and Kristen

And, last but definitely not least, Will and I.

Posting these pictures tugged a little on my heart as I probably won't be seeing these wonderful friends and colleagues for a while. It's starting to sink in that we've moved and while I'm excited for our new adventures, I will miss the people that were my DC family for five years. I'm grateful to be able to keep their friendships with me.