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Old Fri Jul 17, 2009, 07:58pm
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Thumbs up OT - but a great story

I've mentioned that my wife is a volunteer for Make-A-Wish foundation. Here's a link to a short video showing a wish she arranged for a local kid who is a big fan of NASCAR. The kid and his family went to Portland International Raceway today, met a bunch of drivers and got to ride in a race car. She also got a trophy donated to him engraved with his name and the quote "Official Honorary NASCAR Driver".

Alec's Wish Video - OregonLive.com
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Old Fri Jul 17, 2009, 09:10pm
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Great story as always Mark! She's a keeper!

Now, you on the other hand........
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Old Sun Jul 26, 2009, 12:29pm
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Unfortunately, four days after receiving his wish, Alec passed away. There's going to be a fund raising walk and run in a few weeks to raise money for his medical bills and to also help cancer research. His mom has cancer.

We're just glad he had a chance to fulfill his wish.
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