Sunday, October 18, 2009
I DID IT!
And I'm tired. I feel like someone beat me with a baseball bat from the neck down. Even my arms hurt, because I needed them to propel me forward.I beat my 6 hours by 6 minutes. I'm glad I did it, and plan to do another. A few lows: mile 9 was on the opposite side of the median from mile 20. I got see the two winners pass me. Mile 12 I would've given anything to have Steve with me. Mile 21 cramps in hamstrings settled in and wouldn't leave. Highs: 9500 runners, although only 1556 were full marathon. Beautiful scenery, and the volunteers and encouragers were awesome. Especially for me as I was pretty much alone miles 8 to 26 when the half marathonners split off. I was 1521 out of 1556 but the finish line felt like 1st. I was 100 feet out when I saw Steve and he came back on the course after he finished (much earlier) to finish with me. The announcer called my name, and said I had an escort to the finish line. It was a great experience, and next time will be easier. I hope.
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WHOO HOOOOOO!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHow awesome is that!
I absolutely HATE running so I am terribly impressed.
Congratulations, I'm go glad you made it!
Lea
I am in awe. Way to go! You're amazing!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Having a hard time wrapping my head around running for just shy of SIX HOURS, when that's the equivalent of almost a full night of sleep. I'm absolutely impressed! Good for you for sticking with the training and all the hard work that went into this success!!
ReplyDeleteYou know I am clueless about running but I do know enough to be amazed and impressed by you. Kudos!
ReplyDeleteWow! Congratulations on finishing! I am in awe!
ReplyDeleteThat is so amazing! Someday I too will join those select runners who complete the 26.2 miles.
ReplyDeleteLea, I would love to check out your blog, if you would invite me as a reader. e-mail me at patsybaker@rocketmail.com
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