Hi Ali, I have never done this run but thought I might do it next year with my daughters. My close young friend has just completed it after raising a huge sum of money and I applaud her. She has been through so much pain. Did you do the run on your own? It sounds like it was a "sad" experience for you and I understand that. I am off to do Relay for Life next week. Each year when the Survivors walk the field it is such an overwhelming experience and I wouldn't miss it. Have you walked in the Survivors' Walk at Relay? It really is an acknowledgment of LIVING on from cancer. I will really look into the "meaning" of the Mothers Day Classic after "hearing" your feelings. Pick up, do something nice for yourself and enjoy the rest of your day - you deserve it. XLeonie