Recently, I learned about an awesome organization called I Run For. It all started two years ago when a guy who liked to run named Tim decided to dedicate his runs to a boy with Down Syndrome named Michael who had physical challenges that left him unable to run. Since then, Tim and Michael have created an organization that matches runners with special needs kids! The runners dedicate their runs and workouts to their buddy. You don't have to run marathons--or any races at all, actually--to be matched. The main focus of the organization is to help build relationships between special needs kids and loving adults who want to be part of their lives. The coolest part of this whole thing is that there is a waiting list of over 2,000 runners waiting to be matched with a buddy!!!! I was floored when I found out that SO many people were excited about building a relationship with a special needs child! I signed Abby up last week, and we were quickly matched ...
Choosing joy and trusting God!