Bennett's Brigade Meets California

As our sweet friend Keight said it best: 

"Bennett's Brigade has officially crossed the country!"

This morning, my sorority sisters Keight and Kerry, along with 9 of Kerry's co-workers (all nurses with huge hearts), laced up their sneakers and put on their Bennett's Brigade T-shirts to walk for Cystic Fibrosis at the Great Strides for Cystic Fibrosis Walk in Santa Cruz, California.

And can I just tell you how much they raised to help us find a cure for Bennett??

Pictured: Jen, Bonnie, Keight, Charis, Kerry, Jackie, Angie, Kimmie, Danielle, Beth and Kate

It was a rainy fall day in Santa Cruz today, which Keight explained was great "because it has been hot lately and coastal folks can't take the heat out here. :)"  Despite a cool and cozy morning, the Santa Cruz crew enjoyed watching the waves crash as they walked along. 

And can I just tell you how much they raised to help us find a cure for Bennett???

Kerry's son Quentin enjoys a Bennett's Brigade cookie (our little way of saying thanks to the group since we couldn't be there)!  Kerry said the cookies were a hit, especially for her.  She said the cookie kept Quentin in the stroller. :)

...well, for a little while. :)  Of course, the Great Strides for Cystic Fibrosis Walk is a Walk, even for the tiniest feet.

And can I just tell you how much they raised to help us find a cure for Bennett????

Kappa Deltas Kerry and Keight - two girls who helped make this happen!!

And can I just tell you how much they raised to help us find a cure for Bennett?????

NINE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS!!!!
$925!?!?!

YES!!!!  All in honor of Bennett's fight against Cystic Fibrosis!!
WOW!! That is HUGE!!!

Thank you to all of those who gave so generously to help our son - most of those whom I don't even know personally.  Please know Brian and I are so so very thankful for you: Elizabeth, Giana, Theresa, K8, Greg and Sam, Jen, Beth and Juan, Karen, Ashley, Julie, Kimmie, Catherine, Andrea, Kimberly, Charis, Brian, Jo Ann, Karen, Cheryl, Jennifer, Jackie, Andra, Danielle, and Elizabeth.

THANK YOU!!!!!

In It For Bennett: Keight's son Sawyer and Kerry's son Quentin, two of Bennett's biggest supporters from across the US - little boys with Mamas who are pretty darn amazing. :)  Love you Kerry!!  Love you Keight!!