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Against All Odds: A Marathon Journey

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It was the worst day of my life...     Dr. George Sr. and I were having lunch at our desks on Wednesday September 20, 2017 . It was a pretty normal day, somewhat slow, sun shining and hot. Dad was on the office line when his cell rang - a call from my aunt. I eagerly picked up the phone, awaiting news of my cousin who had been in labor. The news was grave . I remember when I was small and the wind would call...    My cousin Leah and I have been joined at the hip since birth. Although she is my elder by seven months, we have always considered ourselves " twins " - fraternal of course. We spent all of our developmental years together, growing up in Canton. Nostalgia calls to mind sporting terrible outfits from OshKosh B'Gosh , climbing trees, pool days at Hall of Fame, thrills at Geauga Lake, and a myriad of precious family gatherings, including annual trips to Myrtle Beach. However, our bond really strengthened in high school and college. High school is that weird ti