It’s been over a year since we’ve met in person but the spirit of the November Project wasn’t canceled along with the rest of 2020. In fact, there were times where it was stronger than ever. The most recent recipient of the positivity award during this time is proof of that.
Gretchen Walker has been an epic addition to November Project San Diego community since her contagious smile preceded her arrival in 2018. Even though she was a self proclaimed “not a runner” from the start, she continued to show up week after week, and, little by little, this “non-runner” suddenly completed a half marathon! But, her improved running abilities are not why she is special to all of us who know her at NPSD. Her positivity and “go get-em” attitude has been a constant encouragement to others from the start. She is kind and caring and will always go above and beyond to help a friend. Running on a team with Gretchen?… There’s probably some sort of matching outfit coming your way. Running a 50k?… She may show up with a recovery kit and some bath salts. Just because she cares. She started her own business healing people through massage and many of us at NPSD have her to thank for our bodies feeling good come race day. This girl was a positive force to be reckoned with and there was no stopping her.