If you’re in DC,
You might want to think about participating in some way in the National Race to Stop the Silence on April 17, to help raise money and awareness to stop child sexual abuse.
Thanks to Leah for the pointer!
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Chris you’re closer to DC than I am, I’m about 8-9 hours away so I don’t have any plans on participating, but I might be able help sponser someone who is going to be there if you know of anyone!
Will you be participating? I’m not too far from DC (about a 5 hour drive), and I’d like to do something. Maybe we as a blogging community can contribute somehow. Interested?