This Saturday, I’m going to limp my way through a 13.1 mile race for Lifeline of Ohio’s Dash for Donation.  Things have been busy for me lately and it seems that my training always falls to the bottom of the priority list during such times.

That’s okay.  This isn’t a race for a time.  It’s a race for something much more important: raising awareness about the importance of organ donation in Ohio (and any other state, for that matter). This is something that simply needs support.

I’ve never had to make the decision to give life, and frankly, I feel very fortunate.  I have, however, had the chance to hear the stories of people who’ve been faced with such a difficult and untimely decision.

One of those stories came from Kathy Harrington.  On Saturday, I’ll be running as a member of Team Lindsay to honor her, her family and the lives that Lindsay was able to save.

Closer Than I Thought

In helping to share these stories, I never thought one of them would come from a personal friend.

Most of you Columbus locals who read my blog will probably know Rocky VanBrimmer.  He’s a power social media user, a community activist and has had his hand in founding initiatives like the Central Ohio Network, the Connector podcast and a variety of other events, groups and businesses.  Simply put, Rocky is everywhere.

But, here’s something you may have not known about Rocky.

Rocky, for the record, you’re brave as hell and I thank you.  Shooting this video took some serious guts and was obviously not easy for you.  I appreciate that you are willing to share such a personal story with an unparalleled message.

Listen to Rocky’s Message

I want to make sure that we reiterate the main point Rocky is trying to teach all of us.

Whatever your choice is regarding organ and tissue donation, please make sure that your loved ones are absolutely clear on the choice you’ve made.  Should something happen to you, it will at the very least give them the piece of mind that they are making the best decision to respect your wishes.

Like Rocky mentioned, Lifeline of Ohio provides a variety of resources and facts on organ donation in Ohio, as well as detailed steps on the process to become an organ donor.

And if you want to run with me on Saturday to help raise awareness in the Dash for Donation, you can still register here.

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