For the Love of Luci
“MAGIC Man” George Chmiel Runs Ultras to Raise Funds and Awareness of Children’s Growth Disorders
Published in baystateparent magazine
First-place winner: Human Interest, NENPA 2010 Awards
It was a hurting wrist that got 29-year-old Boston resident George Chmiel running three years ago, trying to find a way to overcome the setback of a torn ligament from playing pickup football.
But it was a hurting little girl, suffering from a rare, life-threatening growth disorder that got him ultramarathoning for a cause.
Luci Horvath, (age 3) ..read more