I am very grateful to say that I made it through Sandy with little to no problems. Even my family and friends on the Cape fared pretty well. Massachusetts was fortunate enough to have avoided major damage. However, New York and New Jersey weren't so lucky. The damage to both of these states has been called "incalculable" and "devastating." Recovery is going to be a massive task and these areas need all the help they can get.
The American Red Cross is looking for as many donations as possible to help with Hurricane Sandy relief. Please consider donating to local Red Cross chapters in regions directly affected by the storm, such as the South Central New York chapter (here):
Of course, other states in the Northeast have also been affected by the hurricane, but (so far) New York and New Jersey have had it the worst. If you wish, you can also make a general donation to the American Red Cross through its website.
As President Obama said yesterday, "The great thing about America is that when we go through tough times like this, we all pull together."
Welp, Marathon Monday has come and gone. Thank you to anyone who may have donated to my friend Cory or to any of the marathoners. I know it's tough times in this economy; but like I always say, if you can afford to spend $7 on a shitty beer at the Bell 'n Hand, then you can afford to donate to charity. I literally always say that.
So, this was my first time at the marathon. I don't get Patriot's Day off, so normally I'm working on Marathon Monday. But I'm really glad I took the day off this year, especially since it was approximately 88 degrees. Not so much fun for the runners, but pretty fun for me.
I also made some awesome signs, though one of them was deemed "inappropriate" by my friends, which is total bullshit since I asked them if I could make it and only after coloring in the first word with permanent marker did they say, "Katie, you can't do that!" Clearly, they hadn't been listening to me.
Whatever.
I don't know why everyone is so afraid of the word "fuck." It's a great word. It really spices up your language. And, if you don't know the difference between a noun and an adjective, or what the FUCK an adverb is, then it's the perfect word for you. "But there were kids at the marathon," you say. Blah blah blah. You know what? Kids need to grow up.
Anyway, a lot of people were talking about how "inspiring" it was to watch the runners, but I can't say I felt the same. Mostly, I felt like a lazy piece of shit standing on the sidelines drinking beer from a solo cup while thousands of people ran 26 miles in 88 degree weather. I could barely run one mile in that weather. Or really any weather. Let's be real.
The Boston Marathon is right around the corner and, this year, my good friend Cory will be running in support of the Michael Lisnow Respite Center, a local nonprofit organization that provides respite care to children and adults with disabilities.
Represent, yo.
Cory and I have been friends for a long time -- since that infamous day in 9th grade when I asked him if he got boners in math class. I always make a lasting first impression. On a separate note, I'm still single and looking.
This picture is of Cory and me.
And that is grammatically correct.
Anyway, Cory is very close to reaching his fundraising goal of $5,000, but still needs to raise more over the next few days. I would be honored if you would support my friend and this wonderful organization. For more information about the Michael Carter Lisnow Respite Center and how you can donate, please visit Cory's fundraising page.
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