I’m looking for creative ways to raise that {gulp} $4,000 that I still need to raise. So how about this, one lucky person who donates to my hike before July 4 will get a tasty care package with homemade goodies from baker Jodi. I’ll randomly pick from the names of all my donors at that time. I make some mean desserts — feel free to add a comment on this entry as to what kind of treat you’d hope to get if you were the lucky winner. I may just honor your requests. Donate securely online here. Did I mention it’s 100% tax-deductible and a minimum of 75% of your money goes straight to LLS?

And a huge thank you to everyone who has already donated. In my first two weeks of training, I’ve raised more than $500, roughly 12% of my goal. Your support means so much to me and to those fighting blood cancers who will benefit the most from your generosity.