The following letter was first sent to the Aaron Sluggett Memorial Scholarship committee by this year's scholarship recipient.
Running is therapeutic for me, as I'm sure it is for many of you. It gives me time to think, to reflect and to clear my mind. It is one of the few times in the day when we are truly by ourselves and free to let our minds wander. Whenever I need to sort out my thoughts or am feeling down, running is my perfect remedy.
For this reason, I think that Aaron's Run is a wonderful way to remember Aaron and reminisce and celebrate all the good times we had with him.
Even though I never knew Aaron Sluggett personally, I live very close to the bridge on Miller Road. Every time I pass it, I see his well-kept memorial; the new cherry tree, the flowers, and the teddy bear and I think about him. Then, I think about all the people who have made the effort to keep his memory alive and all the love shown for him.
It is clear to me that Aaron was well loved and will be remembered forever. I think it is wonderful that he is remembered this way, through this scholarship and through this run. Many thanks.
Jesse Baker
