I have a lot of really amazing friends. Joanna is one of them. Joanna is an awesome lady to have around, and let me tell you about just one of the many reasons why.
Joanna is a mom. She’s got one little boy and another little one on the way. And like many moms, Joanna would like to take her kids to the park for a fun afternoon in the sun. There’s only one problem. The park in her town is in great disrepair. There’s one rusty swing set, a basketball court that’s falling apart, and a softball field that hasn’t seen any TLC since Nixon. Yeah, not exactly where you would spend a fun-filled afternoon. And if you knew Joanna, you’d know she’s not the type to take a situation like this lying down, literally. She’s decided to run. Yes, you heard me, she’s running the Allerton Trail Run on October 25th to benefit Thomasboro’s West Side Park. Yes, she’s pregnant, but her doctor has ok’ed her for the run, don’t worry.
So how can you help? Why, I’m so glad you asked! Hop on over to her blog, See Mama Run and subscribe. She’s got lots of great (and entertaining) updates. Donate! 100% of the donations are going to improve West Side Park. Finally, spread the word. Her story has already been picked up by some local newspapers, but it would be great to see her on the local news (or, hey, why not Good Morning America??)!
What are you still doing here? Get on over to See Mama Run and help out my awesome friend and her family. There’s nothing more to see here.
