_ Hello! My name is Larissa and I’m a 22-year-old graduate
student and paraprofessional at my local elementary school. Running is a
passion of mine and I am so excited to fulfill one of my dreams as a runner by
running the Boston Marathon, while also having the opportunity to raise money
for the Matty Eappen Foundation. I feel honored to be running for such an
amazing foundation and hope to raise awareness of the foundation’s goals.
Lastly, I’m also very motivated to run this race in memory of my dad who recently
passed away on 12/19/11. Thank you!!