Meg Cross Menzies was tragically killed by a drunk driver while out for her morning run on January 13, 2014. As an avid runner, member of the Richmond Road Runners Club, and Boston marathoner, she was a member of the running family nationwide. In her honor, our hope is to raise awareness of drunk driving, texting and driving, and overall safety of runners and cyclists everywhere.
This Saturday, January 18, 2014, no matter what your distance, no matter where you live, run for Meg. Take in the fresh air, be aware of your surroundings, keep your headphones on low, feel the heaviness in your lungs, the soreness in your legs, and be grateful for it--for all of it. The sweat, the pain, the wind, the cold…everything. Be grateful for that moment.
Feel free to post pictures of yourself pre-run or post-run, post your distance, post your thoughts, prayers, condolences with the hashtag #megsmiles. Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Let all runners unite together and remember the loss of a beautiful spirit. It's not a coincidence the hashtag reads either "Meg's Miles" or "Meg Smiles." She will be smiling on all of us forevermore.
Shirts are also available for 15.00 and all proceeds go to the family. Just go to www.bonfirefunds.com/meg-cross-menzies You can search Meg's Miles on facebook and join the 60 thousand people who have already joined and will be running on Saturday.
KATIE’S STORY
Honestly, I began running to loose weight after my first daughter was born and I was always told that running gives you the most bang for your buck. I had never done anything athletic prior to this, never even played a sport growing up. At first, running felt so awkward and unnatural to me, but that quickly changed.
I began to feel more comfortable with it and in time, I was running farther and faster. Yes, my weight was coming off, but it became less and less important. I eventually stopped weighing in, because it really didn't matter. For the first time, I loved my body, not because of the way I looked, but the way I felt. I felt strong. I felt like an athlete. I was doing things that I never thought were possible. I was setting small goals and reaching them. I was proud of myself.
I continued to run after having my second daughter. At this point, I knew what I was capable of and I had built so much confidence in myself. Now, I run for therapy. I run for peace. I run for time to myself. I find it very therapeutic. After a run, I am much more pleasant, I have patience and I have energy. As a mother, running is a great escape for me.
Both of my parents were runners, and I always remember being proud of that. I also run in hopes to set a great example for my daughters. Running is empowering, and I hope that when my girls are older, they find peace and pride in running too!
Katie
KATIE’S STORY
Honestly, I began running to loose weight after my first daughter was born and I was always told that running gives you the most bang for your buck. I had never done anything athletic prior to this, never even played a sport growing up. At first, running felt so awkward and unnatural to me, but that quickly changed.
I began to feel more comfortable with it and in time, I was running farther and faster. Yes, my weight was coming off, but it became less and less important. I eventually stopped weighing in, because it really didn't matter. For the first time, I loved my body, not because of the way I looked, but the way I felt. I felt strong. I felt like an athlete. I was doing things that I never thought were possible. I was setting small goals and reaching them. I was proud of myself.
I continued to run after having my second daughter. At this point, I knew what I was capable of and I had built so much confidence in myself. Now, I run for therapy. I run for peace. I run for time to myself. I find it very therapeutic. After a run, I am much more pleasant, I have patience and I have energy. As a mother, running is a great escape for me.
Both of my parents were runners, and I always remember being proud of that. I also run in hopes to set a great example for my daughters. Running is empowering, and I hope that when my girls are older, they find peace and pride in running too!
Katie
Any person who can juggle a job, being a parent, and running is a person I look up too. I only have to juggle a job and running, that alone is hard. Throw in some kids and I wouldn't know where to began. I guess I would rely on my wife more than I already do. I know it was seeing my father than made me want to run so Katie I hope your kids will see you and take up running as well. On a side note I know Katie and even though she doesn't run competitively, she is a very good and disciplined runner who could easily be a top athlete.
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