Thank you so much for your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as I honor the amazing legacy of my cousin, Patrick Robinson. 

While in high school, Patrick competed in cross country, skiing, and ultimate Frisbee. He played trumpet and French horn in the band, participated in Destination Imagination and travelled abroad with the German American Partnership Program. He was in many honor societies and achieved his Eagle rank in the Boy Scouts of America. After high school he received his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University. He also continued to lead an active lifestyle: running, biking, hiking, camping and skiing. Patrick was a volunteer for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and was often the keynote speakers for “Patrick’s Patrollers” events and other CFF fundraisers. In short, he lived his life to the fullest and made life better for everyone around him.

Patrick lived more in his 28 years than many of us do in 100. But Patrick never had the opportunity to marry the love of his life. He never had the chance to meet my children or watch as his two younger brothers grew into the incredible men they are today.

Patrick’s passing still affects me to this day, but I know that he would not want us to dwell on the loss. He would want us to celebrate our life, live life to the fullest as he did, and take advantage of all that our good health has to offer.

I remember Patrick was most looking forward to the ability to run without fear of breathing. While he was not ever able to achieve that dream, I hope to help fulfill a small part of that legacy by raising funds for CFF through the NYC Marathon. While I know how big of a challenge 26.2 miles is, I know that Patrick will be there to guide me and inspire me along the way.