The Mascoutah Meltdown 5K fun run/walk was inspired by Justin Haas, a friend of my son Harmon. They have been friends since preschool when Justin was first diagnosed with diabetes three weeks after turning four years old. Harmon came home one day and said we have to bring a different snack because Justin has diabetes and can't eat sugar. His parents; Wayne and Carrie have been amazing. As a registered nurse it is rare to see the way they have embraced his diagnosis of diabetes, live with it and deal with Justin doing their best to engage him in activities and not treat him as though he has a disability. It is my hope that this 5K fun run/walk will show everyone how active and healthy you can be with diabetes and raise some money for a fantastic organization like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation where they are working every day to find a cure.
