Happy August 2022!
Berlin Marathon 2020 was cancelled due to the pandemic, and we deferred in 2021 also due to the pandemic. We are now back in training and gearing up for Berlin Marathon 2022!
For those who have donated in 2019 and early 2020, thank you! Your support meant so much and helped us stay committed to running in the intervening years. We are now shaking the dust off the donation portal for Autism Speaks for those who are willing and able to donate. Excited to finally (hopefully) run Berlin with you all! Thank you in advance for your support!
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Family and friends!
On September 27, 2020, we have the fantastic opportunity of running in the Berlin Marathon which, as nerdy runners like us would appreciate, is known as the course where world records are broken (it’s flat and fast!). We doubt we would break the world record this year (though hopes are high - haha), but we would try our best to run at least 26.2 miles, cross the finish line in one piece, and have enough strength to peel our post-race bananas.
Most importantly, we also have an opportunity to do our fundraising best for Autism Speaks, and to run in support of and in honor of individuals with autism, their families, caregivers, and educators. Many of you know why this cause is close to our hearts, and we know this cause is close to many of your hearts as well.
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 1 in 59 children is on the autism spectrum.
Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. They empower people with autism and their families with resources, online tools and information covering the life span. Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
Thank you in advance for helping us reach our goal, and for running with us in Berlin!
With Much Love and Gratitude, Clarissa and Michael.
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