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Old Sun Oct 29, 2006, 02:20 AM
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Picture-perfect Day for Hike Finish

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Patty and Robin Complete Our Hike

It was a beautiful California day Friday as Robin Grapa and her mother, Patty Laatsch, came up Limantour Beach at Point Reyes National Seashore to the shouts and cheers of waiting family members and supporters.

The weary but excited hikers waved to the crowd that had gathered there to celebrate their arrival. Robin and Patty posed with the American Discovery Trail and AA&MDSIF "Our Hike" banners that marked the finish of their cross-country journey. Then they took off their hiking boots and marched straight into the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

John Fazel, Vice President of American Discovery Trail, presented Robin and Patti with a plaque commemorating their achievement.

Ruth Cuadra, representing the AA&MDSIF, spoke about the significance of the hike and the hope it has given to patients and families struggling with bone marrow failure diseases. She thanked Robin and Patti for helping to spread awareness and raise funds for much-needed research.

You can see photos of the event in the Marrowforums Photo Gallery.

As of Friday, over $106,000 had been raised, and fundraising continues. The AA&MDSIF staffers have now offered to shave their heads if the "Our Hike" fund reaches $500,000 by the end of 2006. See the web page or flyer (PDF format) for details.
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