That's correct... you read that... I finished my first marathon in four hours 32 minutes. It was harder than I could have ever imagined and yet when I think about it, it seemed to last only a short while. My brother and I started out strong and were on track to finish in just around four hours... until I hit mile 20 and he hit mile 23... that's when things got tough. I was in so much pain I couldn't fathom propelling my body and further forward... but after 2 extra strength tylenol and some sugar-coated orange slices I was back on my way toward the finish line. We ran through sunshine, wind, and snow pellets; my hands went numb, yet I still got tan lines on my legs... This journey was momentous for me and I know that I couldn't have done it without you. Thank you all so very much for your continued support and thoughts. The land has been purchased for the homes in Guatemala and if you've pledged an amount, it would be wonderful if you'd follow these easy directions on how to submit your donation:
Make out your check to "The God's Child Project" and mail it to me at

1857 Huntington Court
West Fargo, ND
58078
I leave for guatemala in one week and would love to have all the funds collected by that time. Know that together, we're going to assist in providing three families with a safe and warm place to rest their heads at night. If you're still willing to pledge an amount, I'd so much appreciate your generosity! Again, thank you so much for your support... I can't imagine having done this without you... and now, some photos :)


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Najla
5/10/2010 08:25:29 am

I am SO PROUD of you!!! You have worked so hard for this. Wow. That's all I can say. Just WOW. You are my inspiration. Way to go Angela!

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Vincent Gillmore
5/11/2010 01:22:24 am

Angela, congratulations on your marathon finish!! I just read your article "Creating Change (Literally) One Step at a Time: Running with Purpose," and that's why I checked out your blog here. I'm down in Guatemala working with Nuestros Ahijados and helping pack your article into the monthly newsletter. Your article got my attention all the more because I've done some marathon running myself and know it's tough. So, congrats all the more!

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