In March I photographed the Scott’s Firefighter Stairclimb.  This is a wonderful event where firefighters from around the country and the world climb the 76 story Columbia Tower in full gear.  The event proceeds go the the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  It is a truly wonderful cause and a great event to photograph.  Here is a letter I received from one firefighter yesterday.

Hello Cory,
I just wanted to drop you an email and say thank you for the picture I
received in the mail last week.  I am sure you took many photos on the tower
climb this year and I just want to say thank you for the photo where you
caught Ben and I shaking hands.  I was surprised to see the photo was being
used in the awards ceremony especially because I had no idea the picture was
even taken.  I hope that the efforts of the many firefighters and yourself
on this event that we will help those like Ben and the many other
individuals effected by these awful blood related cancers.  I want you to
know that I am very grateful for your donation of this photo and your
contribution to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  The photo is proudly
displayed in my office.

Thank you,

Scott Fitzpatrick
Firefighter\Paramedic
Snohomish Co. Fire Dist. #1

This is little Ben looking out the window on the 76th floor.

This is Scott shaking hands with Ben.