We called on you to help us raise support for Cerebral Palsy, and did you ever! Thanks to all your wildly generous and kind efforts, we’ve shattered our lofty goal of raising $5,000 for CP awareness. This princely sum will be used in its entirety to help CP kids in need in the Cincinnati Children’s CP Program. There are many superheroes in need that the program helps in many ways, from innovative therapies to providing the latest in adaptive equipment. We can’t thank you enough for all you’ve done to help these worthy kids. Give yourselves a well-deserved round of applause!

Our latest supporters deserve some accolades: Pam A., Bob F., Steve K., Steve M., Sandip P., Alex and Meredith T., Jill W., Sara M., Yizhao N., Gabby P., Kristen S., and Melissa W. Not to forget, $1230 of anonymous donations, including an astounding $1,000 gift!!! We are truly humbled by this outpouring of good will.

Oh yes, and Pete did manage to finish his 100 miles for CP (actually, 103 miles, but who’s counting!).

Pete says: Here I am on the outskirts of Duluth, Minnesota, wondering what’s in store for me tomorrow and how I’m possibly going to persevere through likely the greatest physical and mental challenge I’ve ever faced. One thing is clear and strong–my motivation to run for the inspiring and courageous kids with cerebral palsy, whose daily determination in the face of overwhelming challenges makes my effort pale by comparison.

The training is finished, well over 1,000 miles on the trails and roads of southwestern Ohio and as far as Georgia, Utah, Colorado, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. I’ve suffered through bitter cold temperatures as low as -14°F, and many days with unbearable heat and nearly 100% humidity until my body could withstand no more. I’ve sought out the toughest hills and rockiest terrain, and when that wasn’t enough, I’ve jumped off-trail into dense forested hillsides and through remote stream beds. It’s been nearly a year of struggle and daily triumph. I’ve tried many techniques, lots of clothes and equipment, and five pairs of since-spent shoes. I’ve made a number of lasting friends, and in joining much effort from many kind-hearted souls, I’ve helped in a small way to inspire a movement around CP awareness that has circled the globe.

But is it enough for the –Rugged, Relentless, Remote– brand that is The Superior 100? I have 38 hours to complete a very technical trail of 102 miles. There is 21,000 feet of elevation gain, many very steep climbs and descents, the real possibility of moose, bear, hornet nest, and wolf encounters, witnessing a sunrise and possibly two sunsets without sleep, what looks like unseasonably cool temperatures that may get close to freezing. On my side, and soothing my pounding heart, I have an incomparably beautiful, serene and peaceful setting amongst many newfound local and online friends, and the empowering knowledge that we are together making a difference.

38 hours.

Let’s find out!

I’ll try to post on the Facebook page during the race as best I can.

Ten more days until Pete is attempting to run 100 miles for the cause! Can you join him in his support?

Our recent fundraising has continued its success, and we are now only $1000 from our goal of raising $5K for Cincinnati Children’s. Let’s see if we can get there by Pete’s race day–he has been training for nearly a year and has logged over 1500 training miles so far in preparation for this rugged course, with over 21,000 feet of climbing!

We are looking for kind pledges of any amount per mile he manages to finish–$1, 50¢, 25¢, or even 10¢ per mile would go a long way to help CP kids in need. Together with your support, we can keep him running, and reach our goal for the community.

Thanks so much to awesome new supporters Paula T., Michael M., Steve and Melanie M., Raphael M., Barb G., and another big anonymous gift. Won’t you consider joining these great folks?