On October 24th, I'm turning 32.

At first, this seemed surreal, even daunting.

But then I remembered that millions of people don't live to see their 5th birthday. And why? Because they don't have access to clean, safe water. As many of you know, Shaun and I have had the opportunity to travel to Africa on a couple of occasions. We have seen first hand, the effects unclean drinking water have on a community. Something we take for granted on a daily basis, can truly make a world of difference for those in need.

So I'm not scared of turning 32 anymore. In fact, I'm celebrating my birthday like never before.

I'm asking for $32 from everyone I know - and every penny of the money raised will go directly to fund freshwater wells in developing nations. Even better, every dollar is "proved" when the projects are complete, and photos and GPS coordinates are posted using Google Earth.

My goal is to raise $1000 by my birthday, October 24th.

Thanks in advance for helping those in need!!!

Jennifer