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April 15 Laura Lokitis of Pomfret will run the 117th Boston Marathon® in support of Boston Children’s Hospital. She is a member a member of Children’s Miles for Miracles Team. After losing her best friend in a tragic car accident in June of 2011, Lokitis knew it was time to hit the road running to carry on her courageous and determined spirit. As of October 2012, she registered for the Boston Marathon and signed on to the Boston Children’s Hospital team where she is also a member of the patient partner program and committed to raising $5,000. This program pairs runners with a patient at the hospital and is a way to create a magical experience for both. Lokitis is paired with a 5 year old who has a severe heart condition and has been fortunate to be blessed with this pairing. “ Training has been difficult at times. I truly believe that in the passing of my best friend, I was given the blessing of this little girl and new family. She inspires me every day to get out running. I have a feeling that April 15 is going to be one of the best days of my life, “ said Lokitis. If you would like to support Laura visit: https://www.milesformiracles.org/boston/llokitis2013. Courtesy photo.