Memorial 5K

A1C Zachary Cuddeback was an outstanding individual who was tragically taken from us on March 2nd, 2011 at Frankfurt International Airport, Germany by a misguided individual targeting the United States military. A1C Cuddeback was one of two Airmen who lost their life during the shooting, while two additional Airmen were critically injured and had to undergo numerous surgeries to recover from the incident. A1C Cuddeback served as a vehicle operator/dispatcher for the 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron (VRS) for over a year and was an integral part of the VRS family. He is survived by his mother, father, and brother in America

On March 1, 2014 Danny and I joined over 500 other people in a 5K in Zachary Cuddeback's honor. It was a really amazing experience. Unfortunately we forgot to take pictures so you'll just have to take my word for it. I was slightly nervous because I am severely out of shape. But Danny held my hand and pushed me to do my best the whole way. I actually ran more than I thought I would. Ana, of course, loved it and also pushed me because she loved it when we ran so Danny would push her stroller fast. I did really great until the last 1/4 mile. That last quater mile beat me. I still managed to push through with the help of Danny holding me on and Ana cheering me on. We came in at 43 minutes. Now I am aware that is not the best time however, I am proud for coming in under an hour. And now I have a great baseline to measure my progress this upcoming year! I have another 5K in a couple weeks I am trying to psych myself up for, but today it is not working. I am too sore today to even entertain the idea, maybe on Tuesday I'll feel differently haha!