What is the "Honor Flight Fifty?"

First of all, thank you very much for stopping by! I'm training for and running the Fall 50 (yes, that's 50 miles) this year as a fundraising effort for the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. I'm going to train all summer to run 50 miles on October 22nd to help raise money for an absolutely crucial mission.
The Honor Flight's Mission is to fly WWII veterans and terminally ill veterans from other wars to see their memorials in Washington, DC. They also work closely with schools throughout Wisconsin to ensure that the heroic stories of our veterans are built into the curriculum so that future generations will fully appreciate the sacrifices made on their behalf.
Time is of the Essence! As the last of the Greatest Generation approach their final curtain call, we are witnesses to a tremendous loss as we embrace a precious opportunity! They will die - 900 heroes - men and women who defined dignity, pass from us each and every day. 900 heroes, every day. They take their stories and history and enormous bravery with them. But many are still among us, and while there is no earthly way we can approach a gift that reflects our depth of gratitude, we can thank them anyway.
By supporting the Honor Flight Fifty, you'll help the Honor Flight Fly! 100% of donations will go to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight.
- Nic Giebler

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Monday, June 6, 2011

19 Weeks to the Fifty

This week I started to pick up the training a bit more after not running at all over Memorial Day Weekend. My son turned the big ONE and had a big party to celebrate, and my wife had several projects to complete for the long weekend, so I was ready to get to training this week. I managed an even 50 miles on 4 runs for the week, including a great 17.5 mile trail run yesterday. I'm definitely feeling the ache in the legs today but am happy to be "back at it" and starting the base-building for the 50 miler.
I'm still updating certain aspects of this page and the fundraising effort, but I'm happy to report several donations have already been made! Thank you!
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