Race #10: September - Addict II Athlete 10K

Addict II Athlete 10K.   Addict II Athlete's mission is to "establish and maintain sobriety by promoting lifestyle changes through erasing addiction and replacing it with something of greater value." They are a support group for anyone who has been affected by addiction.  We have a lot of substance abuse problems in Utah and I think what they are doing is wonderful for those fighting their own addiction and for their families.



I have a cousin that I lost to a drug overdose.  This race is for him.  I run it not for speed, and not for the exercise, but for the memory.  I get 1 whole hour to remember the things we did together, the laughs we had, and the love we shared.

This year, my Hubby ran with me.  It's always great to have the support during an emotional run.

This morning was freezing.  Here we are shaking at the start line.

Every year, before the race, we let go of white balloons in remembrance of those we have lost.

There is an auction every year to help raise money for the organization to be able to function throughout the year.  It helps out a lot.

I love this race and I can't wait until next year.