I'm running in honor of my mother, Chrissy, who ran this event before passing away after a long battle with cancer. She always inspired me to not only give back (especially to the wish kiddos!) and to try new things, like running 24 miles in 24 hours. A Special Wish meant so much to my mother, and still means so much to my family. Last year, while being a 24 hour volunteer, I decided that 2022 would be the year that I took a break from volunteering at the event and start running! I can't wait to run alongside so many other people who care so deeply for ASW the way my family and I do!