Candice Burroughs

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When I first heard the word cancer, it didn’t sound real. It hung in the air like smoke, something I could almost wave away if I just tried hard enough. Soon, my days were measured not in hours or appointments, but in rounds—rounds of chemo, rounds of fighting, the end felt far. There were moments I felt like a shell of myself, weak, scared and bruised. I had seen what true strength looked like before: in the men and women who wore the uniform, who carried not just rucks but the weight of duty, loss, and sacrifice. I thought about them,those who gave everything and I decided that if I ever got the chance, I’d carry something heavy for them too. 26.2 miles with a 15 pound pack, honoring fallen soldiers and first responders. Before cancer, I’d always thought one day. That day is now! It is time, my body is recovering, and my mind is sharp and focused. Join me in support of our US military and first responders! Every amount counts, you can make a difference!

I AM TOUGH RUCKING FOR AMERICA'S FALLEN MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS

This April, I will be joining Tough Ruck Nation to complete a marathon with a weighted rucksack (backpack). Tough Ruck 26.2 Boston is an elite group of 1000 who ruck to HONOR AMERICA'S FALLEN MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS. We humbly carry the names of the Fallen on our rucks as they will NEVER BEEN FORGOTTEN. We will also be raising critical funds for our Warriors. This is where we need your help! The basic ideal that drives our efforts is simple: as much as our Warriors have sacrificed, they and their families deserve the best care and support available in their hour of need. Your tax deductible donation literally provides a lifeline to a Warrior.

On April 15, 2013, Tough Ruckers were at the finish line of the Boston Marathon and joined the first responders to help those that were injured by the horrific blasts. They truly exemplify the best of what our Nation is. Today the Tough Ruck takes place the weekend before Boston Marathon Monday. Tough Ruck is the only ruck march partnered with the Boston Marathon and finishers are awarded the official Boston Marathon Medals and receive recognition from the Boston Athletic Association. Military Friends Foundation is the official charity of Tough Ruck Nation.

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$100 on behalf of Daniele Genereux

$50 on behalf of Allison Acquisto

$26 on behalf of Bruce Martin

$26 in memory of My Dad, a WWII disabled Vet!

$26 on behalf of Shannon McMahon

Tough Ruck Team Operation Bacon and Body Glide

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