As of today, the 2011 Boston Marathon Eye and Ear Team of 50 runners has raised a groundbreaking $320,000 for Mass Eye and Ear. This entry is dedicated to all of my supporters. I would like to thank each person below for supporting my contribution to the team! You all helped make April 18th 2011 a special day for myself, but more importantly you have made an impact on the future of Mass Eye and Ear! 
TO MY PROFALT FAMILY:
A general shout-out to my family at Professional Alternative for (once again) being incredibly supportive of my time out of the office to train, listening to my stories of stride techniques, putting up with Tuesday Nights in Tights just to have me meet up for “one and done” or more like “two and thru” at Houston’s, etc. Their support extended from the early days in training to the final 385 yards--As I turned onto Boylston Street Monday I was worried the vibrations from cheering spectators would create an earthquake—then steps away from the finish line, the intensity of the sound waves increased—over my left shoulder I could see the tonsils and fist pumps of my awesome co-workers! It meant the world to me…. as you could see from my smile J and then 16 minutes later…Patrick, one of the owners, crossed the finish line!
- Tony: Thanks for thinking of me…all the way from the Dominican!
- Patrick: I believe you wanted Tony and yourself to be known as the “Two Greatest People Ever Born”, well you are! Not only did the two you keep your donation promise to me, but you exceeded it! Originally, Patrick made a deal (after many cocktails) that he would donate $20 for every minute I beat his time by, but then when we did our long 21 mile run together from Framingham and I was averaging 8:50 minutes per mile, Patrick tried to say it was $10/min! Either way, I would have been happy with just the few beers we shared after that run. On Monday, I may have finished 16 minutes earlier, but Patrick is almost twice my age—technically, I should owe him $320! I am thinking Tony may have forgotten his glasses, made a major typo or Patrick was still running on endorphins because they pretty much donated $1 for every minute it took for me to make it from Hopkinton to Boston! THANKS for your GENOROSITY!!!!
- Lytta and Mike— Grazie!!
- Mike— Thanks for rounding up the troops and making Monday happen!!
- TLC—Just in case someone Google’s your name, I will keep it on the DL for now!! Can’t wait to start training for our big race on June 2nd!
- Katherine—GOD BLESS AMERICA! Can’t wait to do the half in DC with you next APRIL!
- Dianna—The hardworking woman that makes sure I am paid each week! You can see why I love her so much J So the receipts go to the back of the expense report or in front?! JK!
- Angela—The flowers are BEAUTIFUL and the beer is gone!
- Larry— “That’s what she said!” and in all seriousness, if it weren’t for Larry and his girls—there would be no Girl Scout Cookies to help me through my training.
- Sarah Cho—You rock, New Girl! J Let’s get “rich”!
- Andrew Barbour—If anyone needs a partner for trivia—Andrew is your man!! He also is donating the $20 I owe him for the March Madness Pool to my fundraising-what a sweet idea!
- KJ—Nice hair!
- Bruen— Maybe one day I will be sitting on top of a Boylston Street mailbox cheering for you as you cross the finish line!! I hope you are pouring one out for me in Ireland right now!
Colin and (soon-to-be) Victoria Smyth—Thanks for accepting me into the Boston College extended family. Greyhound time?! PS. Please tell Wesley his girlfriend Paisley says RUFF (Hi)
Uncle Craig and Auntie Jan— When someone knows you longer than you know yourself, then they are Uncle and Auntie! My neighbors from CT came up last time I ran and greeted me at the top of heartbreak hill (Hammond Street)—it was exactly what I needed! They couldn’t make it up this year, but by mile 21 there was a clear mirage and strong spirit of their presence waiting for me again this year!
Auntie JoJo—Thanks for being the inspiration and motivation for running with Team Eye and Ear again.
Mike Fornal—My newest cousin/Neighbor in Boston/Godfather to my future children/caregiver to Paisley/ “Family Dinner” favorite/ Lead Guitarist in our Wii Band/ “BosManUSA”/Greatest person this side of the Boston Harbor! No one says Lizzard quite like you do (and Todd?)
Michelle Venezia—After 10 years now, you basically qualify as a sister (FAM-TASTIC)? Michelle and I go back to the early days of UConn!
Alex D’Alessandro—Any mentor to my Husband is a mentor to me! You continue to be a great friend even post-Wells! See you when Kickball starts?
Julie-Anne and Danny Cote—So if it is a girl, you are naming it after me right? Julie ran for MEEI last year, and dominated it! This year Danny and “almost due” Julie came to the “Left on Hereford, Right on Boylston Party” to cheer me on with the rest of the gang!
Shannon Kent—Thanks for letting me off the hook on Thursday nights, but let’s start that back up again ASAP!
“CLUB”— Thanks to the Helen Street Crew!
Celia and Wes—CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT TODAY!!!!
Robin Kelly—Thank you for making sure JP got to the Cactus Club on time and for cheering me on as I made my way to the finish line!!
Mr. and Mrs. Collins—To the parents of my eldest friend, thank you for always being right behind me in whatever it is I am looking to accomplish! XOXO
Michelle and Bryan—Thanks Thanks Thanks!!!! ;)
Mark Cunningham—My father says you are a pretty cool guy, I think much more of you! Thank you for your support!!
Detective Robert Ranfone—I look forward to meeting you one day!
Vinny Pantera—To my fathers better half...thanks for always thinking of me!
Dan Jones—So happy we have stayed in touch over the years! I have you (along with JP) to thank for bringing me to the city I love MOST! If you didn’t hire me for my first job in Boston, who knows if I would have even run a Boston?
The Peregrims- Judy Peeeeeeee! Amazing friends (and family) to the Poole side! Can’t wait for summer BBQ’s
Priya Gorrepati—A long-term friend from my Professional Alternative Family. I placed Priya in a role with one of our clients, and gained more than a business partner…but a friend! Thanks Priya, hope things are well for you in the new job!
Jennifer and Matt Poole— Though we are so far in distance, we are always close in heart. Family is always first with us, and we pick up right where we left off each time we see each other-miss my Pooleside family!
Adam Close— ______ _______ is now in a relationship with Adam Close! YAY! Can’t wait for our camping trips!
MOM AND DAD—These TWO! You have the most amazingly talented and outgoing daughter ;) It meant the world to me having you two in Boston for my special day. I can't wait to see more of this food blog you talk of. Thank you MORE MORE! Love you ALWAYS ALWAYS!
Todd Gilbert—Ladies! This guy can cook! Just a few weeks ago he texted JP and I early on a Sunday saying, “You two want to come up for some cinnamon buns and coffee?” Imagine what his dinner meal?!
Franne Thompson—I felt so privileged to be received with open arms to JPs family a few years ago and Franne was the LEADER in the welcoming committee.
Auntie Pam and Uncle Mike—They always set aside extra Seven Layer Bars and Honey Moons for me!
Margaret Collins—What came first, the egg or the chicken? -Longest friendship ever :)
Stephanie Siclari— Probably the Second Longest friendship ever. Steph and I ran in 2009 together, and this experience was not the same without her by my side (especially through the first 12 miles!)
Nicole Carrier— She was the bonus/icing on the cake/cherry on the sundae friend I received when I ran Boston in 2009 (see Michelle Santoro). Thanks for coming out on Monday to cheer me on!
Angela—Cricket?? My OLDER/WISER “sister” that my parents chose as the one to care for me incase I needed caring for. We would have caused a lot of trouble TOGETHER, if that were ever the case…
Mr. and Mrs. Smyth—We are so lucky to have you as our surrogate Boston parents! You are simply THE BEST and always there for us! See you on the Cape...
Charlie Lieginger—“Konnichiwa” or “Ni hao”
Mike Nutcher—Margaret Collins is to me as Mike Nutcher is to JP! Again, Mike is the person that is “always there” for us and though our crazy schedules don’t allow us to see each other often—we never seem to skip a beat when we do!
Courteney and Dave— Cousins that we wish we could be as “cool” as! Courteney knows I have this bizarre obsession with her accessories, the awesome cousin that I never had! Dave is pretty!
The Sieurin’s— “Come and knock on our door” Andy and Bre were suite mates with JP and I the first time we lived together in Boston! We threw a “KEGGER” right on Beacon Street at mile 23 “ish” back in 2005. Since then, we danced our feet off at each other’s weddings and helped them hand out candy on Halloween in their first home! Paisley is waiting to meet the newest addition to the Sieurin Family-Stella!! By the way, I made sure to check out 1857, and looks like the tradition has carried on at the G-Unit, was hoping to see Guru Bangara doing a keg stand!
The Nutcher Family—Michael Nutcher is to US as The Nutcher Family is to The Nuzzo Family. And when the two come together—it is all about “Guys vs. Girls” in Setback!
The Nutcher Family—Michael Nutcher is to US as The Nutcher Family is to The Nuzzo Family. And when the two come together—it is all about “Guys vs. Girls” in Setback!
Thomas Barrett—Cutest little boy you will ever meet! He definitely takes after his mom and dad ;) Thank you for my post marathon treats!
Tom Nunn—The person that knew me best with little words exchanged—a professional idol!
Kuj and Julie— Thanks for your generous support—let’s do drinks on the roof deck soon!
Emilie Fouche—“I’m sooooooo excited….I’m soooooo scared!” Thanks Jesse Spano!
Meredith—Now that I have some more free time, I plan on trying out some of your amazing recipes! You may have inspired me to start blogging about my own experiences in the kitchen. Didn’t see you at your water stop, but felt your presence in general. Thanks for volunteering!
Meredith—Now that I have some more free time, I plan on trying out some of your amazing recipes! You may have inspired me to start blogging about my own experiences in the kitchen. Didn’t see you at your water stop, but felt your presence in general. Thanks for volunteering!
Courtney—Your support is never-ending…thanks Lady! Let me know when you come visit Boston, would love to catch up!
Cynthia Popoli— WOW! What a sweet surprise from a sweet amazing woman! Not to make this about someone else, but your grandson is PRECIOUS! Doesn’t it seem like yesterday that you were dropping off two young ladies at BBYO and MAKOM events—can’t believe Rach and I are now married women with one little guy and many more to come… ;)?!?!
Ali and Gabe—Gabbi! It was so fun to share in your engagement can’t wait to share in the future! One day we will do marathon together?
Linds and Doug—Doug I can eat you under the table! We should have a pizza and beer race soon…if you are up for the challenge! Linds, just like you support me every time I hit the road—I will do for you on your first road race in a few weeks! XOX
Jess Nuzzo—Thanks Sister-in-Law/Turkey Trotter! Love you!
Kristin Onofrio—Thanks Kristin! Maybe we can meet for a half-marathon sometime? You should do the one in Boston on Memorial Day weekend with me!!
Ravi Dengi—Thanks to you and your family!
Ann Potito—Miss you Ann! Will you be joining us for kickball this year?
Sree Chakrapani—Once Again, thank you for supporting my fundraising and training.
Sue—When is your next race? I may be down in DC next April for the half marathon, if it doesn’t land on the same day as Boston! I appreciate your thoughtful support!
The Luzzi Family—You are probably not surprised to see all of the energy I had as a child and teen was put to use later in life. You too contributed to the big smile I wore all 26.2 miles on Monday! Hope to see you soon.
Shikha Dalal— Happy Birthday Week! I should find out soon if my lottery number for the NYC Marathon is up! If so, I can’t wait to join you in November!
Mom and Dad Nuzzo—I can’t thank you enough for so many things, and especially when I needed it most. Thanks for taking me away from training and bringing me to paradise for mojitos and mofongos! It was just what I needed!!
Steve Palmer—Thank you for your generosity... to a stranger! Hope we can meet soon!
Sue Rubino—Your emails throughout training were the motivation I needed to keep going. Thank you so much for being a big part of my support system! Miss you.
Michelle Santoro—If it were not for the Boston Marathon Community and Mass Eye and Ear’s Charity Team, then I would not have met one of my Best Friends! I missed you the entire way back to Boston, not having you to meet before Tuesday Hills or Saturday Long Runs was one of the hardest parts the second time around. Thank you for being with cheering section at the Left on Hereford, Right on Boylston Party—I am sorry you had a bad fall, but it means a lot to me that you took a major digger to cheer me to the finish line!
Dave Domenicone— Without you at training runs...I felt so much faster! It was pretty ironic running into you that Tuesday Night, must mean that you are due to run again next year with me?! Maybe the will have a corral for runners with baby strollers? Love to Maureen and Mila!
Amy and Kyle—Thank you for being an integral part of my favorite training run this season! I can’t wait to visit again soon, but not til you visit us first! Ky, it’s the only way you are getting your Titlist ProV1 back—we have some pretty nice courses out here J
Nick Sosnicki—So if I have been with Profalt for 5 years now, that means I have known you for…5 years! You hold the title of “Liz’s Longest Consultant Relationship!” and because of that…you are the BEST! Happy to share in the dedication with you!
Jeff and Beth—Thanks you two for always being there for us! It meant so much to me that you two came to toast one with me on the roof, after a red eye and no naps inbetween. XO
Sydney (along with Mike and Robin) Blecher—You are my favorite 2 ¾ year old! Please be sure to pass this along to your Mom and Dad: You guys are the front-runners of my Boston Family for close to 7 years now! Now that this crazy training season is over, I hope you call me instead of being over charged by some teenager that can’t even get her own ride to your house in BURBick, Massachusetts to play with the coolest and most fashionable toddler. Trust me, I take payment in the form of pizza and I bet I have a later curfew!
JP-- Yes, there will be another one in the future, and for that...OLIVE JUICE!
Saturday, April 9, 2011
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I found a new place to dwell.
It's down at the end of Lonely Street
At Heartbreak Hill.
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To the funny farm, where life is beautiful all the time….