Hey Love bugs!
So, guess who's about to conquer the Big Apple... on foot? Yep, that's right, this first-time marathon runner (and possibly future puddle of tears) is gearing up for the NYC Marathon!
Why, you ask? Well, besides proving to my cat that I can outrun a laser pointer, it's all about crushing a lifelong dream and running alongside some incredible mamas from "&Mother," an organization dedicated to empowering women to rock both career and motherhood (because let's face it, juggling it all is basically an Olympic sport!).
Speaking of juggling, did I mention I'm a single mom who's already shed a whopping 182 lbs on this crazy fitness journey? Talk about a superhero origin story, right?
Now, before you picture me gracefully gliding through Central Park like a gazelle, let's be real: there will be sweat, tears (hopefully not from falling face-first), and maybe even some questionable motivational dance moves. But hey, that's all part of the adventure, right?
Here's the deal: I'm raising money for "&Mother" because they're all about breaking down barriers (and let's face it, sometimes motherhood feels like one giant barrier race!). My goal is to raise $5,000, and any donation, big or small, will help them support amazing women like you and me.
So dig deep, folks, and help this mama bear conquer the concrete jungle! Every dollar counts, and who knows, you might even get a picture of me looking slightly less disheveled at mile 20.
With massive gratitude,
Zoe
