Hi friends!
I just signed up for the 2022 New York City Marathon. Not only will I be training like CRAZY for my run, but more importantly, I am embracing the opportunity to help raise funds for the Lupus Research Alliance.
What is Lupus? You may have heard of it, but did you know it remains one of our country’s least recognized major diseases. It is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. It can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs.
Why is this one IMPORTANT to me? In 2019, my oldest daughter, Isabella was diagnosed with Lupus and I’ve seen how it took a toll on her both physically and mentally while in high school and now college. Life with a chronic illness is always tough but when it’s invisible it brings new challenges….mainly people are hesitant to believe you are sick. Lupus can affect each person differently and change over time, which means the treatment plans vary and are often tweaked as the flare ups and different symptoms occur. This mama bear will continue to advocate for Lupus and one of the toughest and most resilient kids on the planet and I am encouraging you all to do the same.
I’m reaching out to everyone I know to help raise awareness for Lupus patients. The minimum requirement for me to participate/run with this charity is $3000. All funds raised will support Lupus Research Alliance’s mission: to find better treatments, prevent and ultimately cure this debilitating and complex disease.
Please consider a donation for this cause. Any amount would be greatly appreciated. Thank you all for reading 💜💜💜
