My name is Lauren Schmalshof and I am 16 years old. Ever since I was a little girl I’ve watched and cheered on my Mom and many other runners as they set out to make the 90 mile trip to Peoria. One of my favorite memories as a little girl is going to the square at 4-5 am and sending them off. I have also participated in several St. Jude kids muddy madness over the years. However I have always dreamt of the day that I would be old enough to join the Macomb to Peoria run.! St. Jude is something I believe strongly and wholeheartedly in. I am proud to say this year my first ever Macomb to Peoria run I will be running in honor of my little cousin Reid Brewer who we lost to cancer at the age of 6. I would like to ask that you take the time to donate to St. Jude. I can assure you no donation is to big or to small and that every dollar you donate goes straight to St.Jude. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! kickcancersbutt #wewontstoptillwefindacure