I AM TOUGH RUCKING FOR AMERICA'S FALLEN MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS
In all the years I spent in the military, Freemasonry and around military veterans one of bridging values is that of Charity. In the military as in the Mason we are taught and trained to always be looking out for your buddy/brother. We are also taught to demonstrate Charity by giving your time and focusing your concern on the wellbeing of others.
As a member of West Roxbury Dorchester Masonic Lodge, I have been taught to believe in the values of Faith, Hope and Charity, and that the greatest of these is Charity.
From the days of basic training to today I have been instilled with a deep concern for those around me. So:
1. I am rucking this ruck for all those that want to, but can’t
2. I am rucking this ruck for all those that we wished were here, but aren’t
3. I am rucking this ruck to thank those who rucked it for me before I could
This April, I will be joining Tough Ruck Nation to complete a marathon with a weighted rucksack (backpack). Tough Ruck 26.2 Boston is an elite group of 1000 who ruck to HONOR AMERICA'S FALLEN MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS. We humbly carry the names of the Fallen on our rucks as they will NEVER BEEN FORGOTTEN. We will also be raising critical funds for our Warriors. This is where we need your help! The basic ideal that drives our efforts is simple: as much as our Warriors have sacrificed, they and their families deserve the best care and support available in their hour of need. Your tax deductible donation literally provides a lifeline to a Warrior.
On April 15, 2013, Tough Ruckers were at the finish line of the Boston Marathon and joined the first responders to help those that were injured by the horrific blasts. They truly exemplify the best of what our Nation is. Today the Tough Ruck takes place the weekend before Boston Marathon Monday. Tough Ruck is the only ruck march partnered with the Boston Marathon and finishers are awarded the official Boston Marathon Medals and receive recognition from the Boston Athletic Association. Military Friends Foundation is the official charity of Tough Ruck Nation.