This year my daughter and I will embark on the annual Memphis to Peoria Run for the kids of St. Jude Research Hospital. I have been a part of for this event for the past 20 years. This is a 465 Mile journey from the hospital in Memphis, TN and ends back in Peoria, IL. The ending kicks of the annual telethon that our Peoria has each year.This year is particularly momentous because my daughter Grace will be joining me for the first time. It's a proud moment as a parent to see the torch of compassion and commitment being passed on to the next generation. She was born a few weeks after my 2nd year on the run. I can't wait for her to see the process and how committed everyone is to raise money for this amazing cause.We are running to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Research Hospital – a beacon of hope for children facing life-threatening diseases. The hospital's pioneering research and treatment come at no cost to the families, and it's only possible through generous contributions from people like you.