woo hoo! i got the email. i can't believe it! i'm crying here. i'd like to thank my mom first and dad too. all my friends who encouraged me to continue on when i was down and out. the oregon for inspiring and putting up with me. my dog of course for getting me to run in the first place. and to anyone else i forgot to mention forgive me. i'm just so excited i can't think straight. to everyone else this award was made possible with your support. thank you.