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The Marathon!!
Mar 7, 2007 | 12:34 PM
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What a blast!! Yup, that's my arm..my hand...I am pointing into the distance.

Inspired by the concrete as thousands of feet are minutes away from pounding LA streets with all of their heart and soul! What for? For my friend Marisol, it was about accomplishing a personal goal (even though it cost her three of her toenails at the end, OUCH!) For this mother it was about raising money for a school that gives her daughter a chance to be part of society, and these guys below...what a crew!!!...Robert, Nikki, Austin and friends... we met along the road, and instantly became the unofficial 5k cheer team! They were filled with positive energy, innocence, and a strong authentic fervor to encourage others without any reservations or hidden agendas!! I was honored to walk with these Special Olympics athletes from Claremont... 3.1 miles felt like a walk around the block...being around strangers who have all set aside their Sunday morning to walk with, or for someone, or organization was amazing and an absolutely humbling experience! It wasn't competitive, simply a humanizing journey that reminds us that we are nothing without each other. Walking along and with different developmentally and physically delayed individuals gave me more than I could ever give them!

Of course, I still need your help, please help me raise some dollars for ability first a non-profit that serves developmentally delayed adults and children we'll take 5, 10, 25 dollars, your say.. just log onto www.abilityfirst.org and search me by name. :)

Thank you so much! As you know, I am passionate about this because I have a brother who sustained lack of oxygen at birth which caused severe brain damage. He's 23, non-verbal and very good looking :) ! Unfortunately, this year he was unable to join me at the 5k, but next year I hope will be a different story.

Thanks for listening... hope to see you at next years LA Marathon! Congrats everybody!!!

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ddain read my blog view my photos
Mar 7, 2007 | 1:05 PM

Wow Elizabeth, what a great cause. For you to do something like this is great and publicized as much as possible.

Can people give donations to the cause even though the race is over? I've got a few bucks burning a hole in my pocket.
Elizabeth_Espinosa read my blog view my photos
Mar 7, 2007 | 1:13 PM

Thanks for being a part of the solution! :)YES, you can STILL make a donation online! It's very simple...simply log onto www.abilityfirst.org and click on "sponsor a walker", you then search for my last name and there it will be! Anything helps, it does not have to be big bucks...we're talking 5, 10, 25, 50, 100 whatever you can do to make a difference! Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!
Jeano view my photos
Mar 7, 2007 | 3:44 PM

Hi Elizabeth,

You are an inspiration. You give of yourself so selflessly. Let me know if there is anyway I can help...I'm an artist and an interior designer/remodeler and will gladly give of my time.

-Jean
cee8172 read my blog view my photos
Mar 7, 2007 | 6:27 PM

EXCELLENT JOB ELIZABETH,I GOT TEARS IN MY EYES LOOKING AT THE PHOTOS! I USE TO DRIVE FOR ABILITY FIRST,AND I LOVED THE PEOPLE THEIR.PLUS I HAVE AN DISABLED PARENT,SO I SO UNDERSTAND! CONTINUE THE GOOD WORK! YOU WILL REAP YOUR BLESSINGS!
Astro1153 read my blog view my photos
Mar 7, 2007 | 7:36 PM

Hello and have a blessed year!
evabeans read my blog view my photos
Mar 8, 2007 | 9:35 AM

Hey Elizabeth,
It's the Tupperware, Partylite Lady!!
Should I say the Blanket Lady I hope you are enjoying the blanket and I was wondering if Jillian got hers for the Baby. Again I MISSED THE SHOUT OUT BUT ALOT OF FRIENDS HEARD OR SAW IT SO THANKS
Eva Miles
evabeans read my blog view my photos
Mar 8, 2007 | 9:41 AM

I forgot to say great job on the marathon !
evabeans read my blog view my photos
Mar 8, 2007 | 10:06 AM

I forgot for you to tell Hugo Hi.
karloz23 read my blog view my photos
Mar 8, 2007 | 10:52 AM

Hey Liz I did see you at the Marathon ! But I was kinda busy helping out. but any ways keep up el trabajo! LOL
baba1722 view my photos
Mar 8, 2007 | 8:28 PM

Hi Elizabeth,

Wow you are a true hispanic! You give our culture a good example. I'm from Nicaragua and I have a little cousin that has special abilities and I try my best to send money once a month to my grandma, so she can give to the parents. It's so great to be involved or help someone that's in need; it just fills your heart with joy! Good job Elizabeth and keep our culture proud!! :)
abnormal129
Mar 8, 2007 | 10:00 PM

Hey Elizabeth!

its Amy!! (the short girl from the place where you get your nails done) How are you? just wanted to stop by and say hello! xD

--amy
abnormal129
Mar 8, 2007 | 10:00 PM

Hey Elizabeth!

its Amy!! (the short girl from the place where you get your nails done) How are you? just wanted to stop by and say hello! xD

--amy
Elizabeth_Espinosa read my blog view my photos
Mar 9, 2007 | 9:02 AM

Jean-

Thank you for such kind words and for offering your help...I will definitely keep you in mind! Really cannot thank you enough for caring to be a part of the solution! God bless hon!


Cee8172-

I did the same...tears and all... I am so happy to hear you helped out Ability First consumers! These gals and guys are truly special! So are you for doing the work you do to assist your parents int his time of need. As you said, you will also be blessed for all of your good deeds!


Astro-

Have a great day also!!! :)

Eva-

What a bummer you did not see the live segment...good thing is all your fans did! :) Thanks for coming out to say hello.....I gave the blanket to Jill..she is very thankful as am I! Take care of your precious family and good luck with the radio station gig!

Karloz23-

Que paso! Thanks for the love...cuidate y adelante siempre!

Baba1722-

Thank you...you are also making a big difference...its amazing how just a little bit of money in our Latin American countries can take us so far. And when we can make the donation, I say why not? Of course, take care of your own needs first, but a small periodic donation should not kill your finances. :) Plus, I love that you care about your little cousin, it's very sad that outside the U.S., individuals with disabilities are still up against a lot of negative stigmas.

So you are a Nicaraguense? I have a great friend whose parents are also Nicas...I've known him since first grade and we are still great amigos.

Cuidate y gracias! Saludes a tu abuelita!
babij
Mar 9, 2007 | 4:50 PM

hey girl! you go! i hope your friend raised alot of money for her daughters school....
memoryjoe read my blog view my photos
Mar 9, 2007 | 7:11 PM

elizabeth i think that is so wonderful and you look like you really put your heart and soul into it what a great cause , we need more people like you in the world, keep up the wonderful work its so rewarding to see the smiles on there faces great blog elizabeth it shows the world there is more to life than thinking of ourselves wene there is so much out there to give ....take care DEBBIE
baba1722 view my photos
Mar 9, 2007 | 7:51 PM

Hola Elizabeth,

Yes, I'm from Nicaragua - my name is Alejandra. I left my country with my family when I was 2yrs. old to Honduras, then at 5 yrs old we moved to California. So I don't have that Nica accent, my dad always bugs me about it :) Thank you for writing back and I sure will let my Abuelita know that you said "hola". Que tengas un buen fin de semana! :) Chao
funnychelle read my blog view my photos
Mar 10, 2007 | 10:13 AM

Way to go Elizabeth. You always do so much. You seem to have a kind heart and a wonderful personality. I enjoy watching you in the mornings. Especially when you deal with kids.
Congrats.
One day I'm hoping to do the L.A. Marathon. We'll see.
saromchea read my blog view my photos
Mar 11, 2007 | 10:48 AM

Elizabeth Learn american sign language (ASL) from deaf people?
Elizabeth_Espinosa read my blog view my photos
Mar 12, 2007 | 10:59 AM

Babij...

Thank you...we are actually still in the process of raising money. PLEASE help me spread the word getting people to make a donation, no matter how small, every bit helps! You can log onto www.abilityfirst.org and look up my name to make your online contribution. THANK YOU SOO MUCH! It's so great that people can STILL make donations even after the marathon.

Debbie..

You got the right attitude girl!

Thank you very much for sharing such beautiful words about me, but I must admit I would not see life through these "lens" if it weren't for the disabled community who reminds me on a daily basis to be grateful for every bit of health we still have!! Keep sharing the wealth of positive energy with others!
:))

Funnychelle...

You are too funny...love the remark on "people who don't say merry x-mas"...so true huh?
Well, Miss Marine wife...you will do the marathon, it just has to be on your time...so take it easy and enjoy the sun! I will see you at the finish line!

Sarom...

I hope you are doing well! Yes, my hair has grown out a lot...and yes I learned ASL because of my brother who is disabled. Are you working now and living with your grandmother? Take care of yourself...
godzgirl read my blog view my photos
Mar 12, 2007 | 12:50 PM

Hey EE,
I too am glad that you are an inspiration to those who are less fortunate...

I have a handicap also that is not really noticeable which also extends my compassion to those less fortunate than myself...

If there is anything that I can do to help, please let me know it would be my pleasure...
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