This was a productive week for the run,  We now have a great RV for our trip this summer. it has everything we need, and will enable Donna to provide much needed support while I am running.

Also Johnson RV in Palmyra, has generously offered their time to service the vehicle to make sure it is road ready, and walk us through the "in's and out's"  of running the RV. Which will be a big help as we are pretty much clueless when it comes to the vehicle.

Monday Donna and I are headed to NYC to do an interview with the BBC, they will air a short recording about Reason to run 2012 shortly before I start running. It will be broadcast on Radio Wales.
It will be a busy week coming up, thanks for all your support, and I look forward to starting the run, and hopefully seeing a lot of you along the way!

Challenge For you!

 I thought I would put out a personal challenge to all of you, this could be a way for you to have fun, while helping me out =) Also to hopefully raise lots of money for Reason to run 2012.

With spring here most towns and cities are hosting races, from 5ks to marathons. I'm a big advocate in participating in local runs and events, these are often are a great way to meet other runners, get involved in your community, and give to a great cause! I would love for all my followers and supporters, friends and family to sign up for a local race, and get sponsored to run this race to benefit "Reason to run 2012". Then donate your proceeds to Reason to run 2012 (by clicking on my paypal button!) I'm working on getting some t-shirts, let me know if you are interested in one for your race day!
When you sign up for your run let me know by commenting below, or send me an e-mail at Seanedmunds9@yahoo.co.uk.
I would love to see 100 people out there doing this. And who knows, this may turn you into an avid runner!

Tips for getting sponsored:
1. Family are always willing to give $10 to a good cause...Right??
2. Neighbors and friends may try to outdo  each other, in support of you!
3. Come up with a wacky costume, or way to stand out, often you will find people willing to give a few dollars to watch you make fun of yourself!

I'm looking forward to hearing your stories, and seeing pictures!

New sponsor and a change to the route!

Well It's been an exciting week for me as I have been trying to juggle school,family and planning for the run. I am pleased to announce that I have gained a new sponsor! My athlete live has very generously offered their services to track my run.. You can check their website at http://www.myathletelive.com  They will provide me with a small GPS tracking device that will allow you to know where I am along the route this summer.The device will also share information on my speed and elevation.
 I have also tweaked my route a little this week so as to make it a little more manageable and hit some key places where people have offered to come out and support me along the way. I will now be starting a little further south from Cannon beach Oregon, and ending at the aptly named Slaughter beach in Delaware for a total of 3026 miles. click on this link to check out the route on Google maps. Sean's Route
 Thank you for all the support I have been receiving! people have been very encouraging, which is a great motivator, I'm anticipating a grueling summer, but am looking forward to the challenge, and getting this opportunity to "give back" a little, means a lot to me and my family.