On November 4th I ran and completed the New York City Marathon finishing in just under 4 hours and 30 minutes.  It was an invigorating feeling running with 30,000 other runners through the streets of New York.  Even though the race was crowded with runners and spectators, I could feel my Mother's presence with me every step of the way.  I was thrilled to finish the race but more importantly I was ecstatic about all the people who supported the Thumbs Up Foundation.  More than 60 people donated to our partner charities, raising more than $10,000.  Thank you so much for all your support!  I know the collective sum of all our efforts will make a difference in peoples lives of those affected by A.L.S.

In The Press
Bradlee Benn and The Thumbs Up Foundation were profiled on the front page of the Hartford Courant's Life Section on October 28th 2007 and November 7th 2007.  Please click on the links to read the featured articles. Article 1 Article 2