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Song Of The Day: Breathe - Artist: The Prodigy

Yesterday was truly a great day for running. The sun was shining and the temperature a cool 50-60 degrees. Couldn’t really have asked for much better.

I’m mostly happy with participating, finishing, and running in honor and memory of the Warner family, but I am also happy with a 4:31:00 time. My wife’s time was an impressive 4:50:08, considering she broke her elbow and had surgery in September!

Congratulations to the marines, to all runners, and to supporters. When the photos are available, I’ll be sure to post a few of them.

Also, thanks to everyone that sponsored my run, donated to Team T*A*P*S, and helped me exceed my goal of $1K:

It is appreciated!

Tags: Eric O’Laughlen, Marine Corps Marathon 2007, Team T*A*P*S, Private Heath Warner

Song Of The Day: Keep Hope Alive - Artist: The Crystal Method

I’m off to Arlington for the MCM 2007!

If you want to track me, or us (i.e., my wife and I) during the race, you may either check in
“real-time” once it starts (8:00am) at:

Update: As of early this morning the site link for “remote” tracking changed, so please try the main site to track runners or maybe it will be back later this morning :)!

Real-Time

Or, you can register for “remote tracking” and e-mails can be sent to
you, or a pager, etc. (i.e., there is a slight delay):

Remote Tracking

Thanks for the all the donations and sponsorship!

Semper Fi!

Tags: Eric O’Laughlen, Marine Corps Marathon 2007, T*A*P*S, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

Song Of The Day (iTunes Only):
Everything’s Magic

Artist: AVA

Hello Everyone!

As some of you may know, I have been training for my 3rd Marine Corps Marathon, which will be held on October 28, 2007. It’s amazing to think that the marathon is less than a week away!

After finishing last year’s race, I wanted to run for a charity if given the opportunity this year. I am pleased to announce that I will be running this year’s race with “Team T*A*P*S” to benefit the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (T*A*P*S).

T*A*P*S is America’s only national non-profit Veterans Service Organization, which provides support services for all those coping with the death of a military loved one.

In addition to running with Team T*A*P*S I am also running in honor and memory of Pvt. Heath D. Warner (pictured below). The T*A*P*S organization connected me with the Warner family and I am very pleased to be running on their behalf.

Pvt. Heath D. Warner

You may read more about Heath and his wonderful family at: http://www.pvtheathwarner.com

As a little background on the organization and event, T*A*P*S is certificated by Independent Charities of America (ICA). Furthermore, T*A*P*S receives no government funding; however, through the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs, all families faced with a death of one serving in the Armed Forces receive information about T*A*P*S and its military survivor programs. One may read more about the T*A*P*S mission here.

Team T*A*P*S is working toward two important goals: to complete the 26.2-mile endurance event, and to raise contributions and awareness in support of the T*A*P*S’ vital mission.

Again, I feel honored to be running on behalf of those that have died for our country and in support of those families that have endured the loss of loved ones in the military.

If you would like to help by sponsoring my Marine Corps Marathon 2007 run please visit this link:

Update: Because of the generous donations to date ($895), I’ve almost reached my ultimate goal of $1K!

All contributions to T*A*P*S are greatly and truly appreciated.

Tags: Eric O’Laughlen, Marine Corps Marathon 2007, T*A*P*S, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors