Brag.

If you follow this blog, you know I'm married to a marathoner, and I was so touched recently when he told me about Medals4Mettle a unique and inspiring non-profit organiation which helps folks in need by providing them with marathon medals donated by runners. Apparently kiddos who are really sick *LOVE* to go around with medals dangling from their necks - whether it be roaming the halls of a hospital, or while taking chemo treatments, or during their final hours on this earth. Who knew?

And, apparently Disney Marathon medals are in high demand b/c of their kid friendly design. How cool!

Soo...I was really moved when the hubster announced he was donating his. Why is this *Such* a big deal? Well, because marathon medals - to those who earn them - are pretty flippin' important. They serve as proof of the grueling accomplishment which results after months of training & sacrifice. His Disney Marathon medal is especially meaningful to him b/c for various reasons, it was his toughest race ever. So, I was a little suprised when he announced that he was sending it off in order to lift the spirits of a stranger, whom he will likely never meet. And, it's something he can never get back - even though he worked so hard to earn it.

The least I could do was take a picture of it so he'd have a reminder of what he earned and what he gave away. And, hopefully our little boy will see these one day, and understand how great of a guy his Dad is.





DISCLAIMER: My husband has **NO** idea I'm posting this, and would probably be annoyed b/c he is the humblest person on the face of the earth. I'm not. I'm a bragger. Especially when it's about people I love....and besides, it's my blog! I can do whatever I want to. :) Enjoy, PB

Additional Disclaimer: For people who I am related to who are reading this blog and wondering what on earth happened to baby boy's hair....don't ask. All I can say, is hopefully it will grow quickly. :) PB