Saturday, April 26, 2008

MS WALK----OGDEN!

We wanted to show the river, since Johnny and Brittney had such a beautiful picture 
of the river and bridge on their blog when they volunteered.  
                    Brady and Laurel with their MS medals at the end of the Walk
 The AMAZING WESTBROEK FAMILY....Marlene, Megan, Mike, Kait, and Ben

Laurel, Brady and Veronica enjoying the walk

Lots of people spent the morning walking for MS


       Many volunteered to help at the Walk (just like Johnny and Brittney did in Portland)

Today was the MS Walk in Ogden.  This is the fourth year I have walked and I get excited each time to see the good things that are happening in the fight against MS.  The weather was sunny, but COLD!  We didn't even work up a sweat in our 3 mile walk because it was so chilly.  I would have liked to have my mittens.  Walking was easy and pleasant-----BUT I WANT TO HONOR THE REAL HEROES!  Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the FAMILY and FRIENDS that so generously donated to the WOLTHUIS WALKERS.  You are all incredible and so kind!  I can't express my thanks adequately. The GREAT NEWS is that we were able to raise about $1,500 for the great cause!  I am ecstatic and thankful and satisfied.  THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!  You have made a difference with your generous offers!  
Brady, Laurel and I walked together.  John had to be at the hospital....he is on call and spending LOTS of time with emergencies.  I know he wanted to be there though.  Jocelyn had to take a practice AP American History test so she was at school.  I had nice calls today wishing us luck and asking how things went.  Thanks so much for ALL your support, ALWAYS!  We especially enjoyed having Mike and Marlene Westbroek join the Wolthuis Walkers this year with 3 of their 4 children and a future son-in-law!  Thanks so much Westbroek's!!!!  You are great friends and you have a wonderful family that we love so much.  WE have already agreed to walk again next year!  Again, thank you for your goodness.

9 comments:

10zfam said...

that is so great that you have so much support. what a great family you have. i love reading your blog

KariAnn Urry Tensmeyer

Shelly B. said...

I'm glad the walk was a good one! You look great, even in jeans! I've only ever seen you in dressy clothes and high heels! ;) You are amazing!

Laurel said...

Brady and I are so grateful to have spent this morning with you. You are such a strong amazing women and I am so grateful to have you in my life. You did so great raising money and hope we can beat the hunts next year!:)

Mindy M. said...

Good Job!!! I wish I was there agian walking with you!! I am so glad you were able to raise so much money to go towards a good cause!! We are going to find a cure and beat this thing!!! You are such an inspiration to me!! You are strong, loving and the best friend to so many. I love you so much SIS!!!!!

Emily said...

Good job Mom, and the $$$$ you raised is great. I am so blessed to have you, I love you. I wish I could have been there.

John and Brittney said...

Mom, This is JC, but wanted to write ad let you know how much I wish we could have been there with you to Walk the big MS walk. I am glad that you were able raised so much money. That is incredible. Congratulations. We love and miss you and are glad that you were able to have such a successful day!

Anonymous said...

I'm glad you had such a nice day and such great support. I saw a sign announcing all the locations of MS walks throughout the state and thought of you on Saturday. Please email me when we can make a donation for MS. I think I was too late this time, but I really would love to help! Love you guys and glad it's going good.

Todd and Megan said...

Wish I could have been there walking with you, but will be in just a few short years! Love you the mostest!

Jill said...

I'm so glad the fundraising went so well!!! Looks like a great MS walk!! Love You!!