Cure FA! Together we will find a cure.

For those of you who don't know, I am an advocate for my sister's foundation Friedrich's Ataxia Research Alliance, also known as FARA. My 23 year old sister Christina was diagnosed last summer with Friedrich's Ataxia. FA is a neurological disorder that affects a patient's nervous system. Some of her symptoms include slurred speech, difficulty walking, loss of feeling in hands and feet, and sleep deprivation. There is currently no treatment or cure for FA.

Last year my sister and I participated in the 5K Race for Matt and Grace. I am so bummed that I am unable to make it to the event this year due to my work schedule! Matt and his family are wonderful, and they helped me out so much for my race this past May.

I cannot wait for the 2nd Annual Race next year. It was an unbelievable feeling to have over 200 of our friends, families and neighbors there supporting Christina and FA. SAVE THE DATE!!! Mother's Day May 11, 2014 8:30am-Noon at Tyler State Park.

To see information on last year's race click here: 5K Race for Christina

Here is a video created by FARA for our event.