Final Countdown

In a matter of days, I'll run a marathon. It boggles the mind. Friends and family have been wonderful in their support and encouragement. We've reached our fundraising goal, so we are now free to focus on the event.

It should be a lot of fun. There are rock & roll bands at every mile, as well as over 40 local cheerleading squads and thousands of spectators.

Those who don't wish to brave the crowds can follow the race online. Each participant’s time will be recorded at the 10k, half marathon, 20-mile mark and Finish for the marathon. Times are available 60 seconds after we cross each split. To view race day Live Results, visit http://www.rnraz.com/ and click the Live Results button on the homepage. You'll need my race number to check my results; my race # is 9597, and Sarah's race # is 9598.

There might even be streaming video. I do know there will be a one-hour local TV show covering the event on Fox 10, immediately following the race at 3 pm Phoenix time. Look for me; I'll be the one in the big hat!