In May, I will be participating in the Trailblaze Challenge benefitting Make-A-Wish.  In just one amazing day, I will be trekking across a section of the Pinhoti Trail for the Make-A-Wish Mississippi Chapter. This 26.3 mile trail boasts some of the most scenic views in the Southeast.  The goal is to complete this amazing challenge in one very long day, rain or shine AND raise $2,500 for Make-A-Wish! 

I have decided to take on this challenge to raise awareness as well as money for Make-A-Wish Mississippi.  Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.  A wish come true empowers children to fight harder against their illnesses.  When they are granted a wish, they get more than just a great experience for a day, two days, or a week.  That experience improves the quality of life for them and their entire family. 

I am taking on this extreme endeavor in order to be a part of something bigger than myself, which I hope to make smaller in the process. Many Wish Children will not have the opportunity to take on a mountain or experience the wilderness, and it provides me with great strength and courage to know that my actions are contributing to such a worthy cause.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity!