As this year comes to an end, Bonnie and I have been discussing swims for next year (see us hard at work). While the prospect terrifies me, she would like me to do more 10k swims but the two big ones will be the Manhattan Island Marathon Swim (MIMS) (if my application gets accepted) and the 8 Bridges Hudson Swim. I am excited for these swims for a number of reasons, the three big reasons are: 1) they are in my home territory so my children and family will be able to actually celebrate with me, 2) I look forward to the beautiful experience and comradery that is shared while moving down the Hudson during the 8 bridges swim, and 3) There is a sense of pride that goes along with being able to represent for swims so close to home. Along with these two major swim, Bonnie and I are in discussions for an even bigger swim in 2016. Details will be revealed once major logistics are worked out and we can confidently announce a date.
But for now…back to 2015. Since MIMS and 8 Bridges are two big swims, I have decided that I will fundraise for Semper Fi. I am, as always, looking for corporate sponsors. I am excited about fundraising for Semper Fi because I believe in the cause. While I get to swim every day and do what I love, there are men and women making sacrifices to ensure that I (and the rest of the country) can breathe easy and go about our normal routines. We get to go out to dinner, go to the movies, play sports, watch our kids grow and play happily under the blanket of freedom our country has so lovingly weaved and continues to weave through the years. What better way to say “thank you” then to try and give back a little to not only the men and women who serve but to their families who are also making incredible sacrifices.
I am excited to get started on this journey for 2015. Please visit http://semperfifund.org/ to learn more about this wonderful organization.