Americans are generous and optimistic. Today's annual AIDS (5 K) Walk/ (10 K) Run was a success. The event brought together 8000 participants who together raised more than half-a-million dollars to be used by not-for-profit organizations serving people affected by AIDS in San DIego County. When we get together around a cause, we can accomplish great things.

Patrick isn't in the picture because he was running while the rest of us waited for the start of the "WALK." He came in 8th overall, and 1st in his age group (40 to 49). The RUN was 10 K.