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Birthday Run Honors Father's Memory
14 Jun
Summary
- Caitlin Nelson ran 36 miles on her birthday.
- The run raised $3,600 for Blood Cancer United.
- Nelson ran in memory of her father, her bone marrow donor.
Caitlin Nelson recently marked her 36th birthday with an extraordinary feat of endurance, completing a 36-mile run. This personal challenge was undertaken with a dual purpose: to honor her late father and to support the fight against blood cancer. Nelson successfully raised $3,600 for the organization Blood Cancer United through her run.
Her father, Nils Nelson, shared a deep passion for running with his daughter. He had previously overcome prostate cancer, but later faced a battle with blood cancer. Caitlin revealed that she served as his bone marrow donor, a profound experience that she described as a 'full circle moment' given their shared love for running.
Nelson reflected on the emotional significance of the run, expressing pride in her own accomplishment. She fondly remembered her father as a strong advocate for her running endeavors, often present at her finish lines. While deeply missing his physical presence, she emphasized the importance of having a strong support system during challenging times.
