This morning at 7 am we ran the Frederick half marathon. 13.1 miles through the historic and beautiful Frederick Md. It was a little misty, so we never got too hot, and the temperature stayed a very temperate and optimal running 60 degrees.
Diedra, Chris and I met at 6 am, (that's a 1-1/2 hr drive for me and Diedra), (yuck, I hate 4 am), got suited up after a quick pit stop at Sheetz..(actually not the grossest bathroom I have ever been in, thankfully) and started with 7,000 other people through the streets of Frederick.
We had our trusted race coordinator Joe stuck on the sidelines recovering from his 6 week ago knee surgery.
But I owe him a big "Thanks!" for driving me at the crack of dawn, and for taking pictures!
We all had a great day, although I am not too sure how we will feel tomorrow, so go easy on us co-workers.
Official finishing time 2 hours 14 minutes and 55 seconds! Whooo Hooo, for us!
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If you don't have your name on your shirt people won't cheer for you.
And, you might need help remembering your name after 13.1 miles.
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All smiles, and ready to go!
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| The start. It's just the 3 of us, and 7,000 others, and 13 miles to go! |
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Yippeee!! 3 finishers!
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| Celebrating at the beer tent. |
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Our traditional Port-o-potty post race picture.
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| Carbs are very important before AND after the race. |
I got home at 4 pm. Sank into a hot bubble bath, looked at my big toe and said goodbye to my toe nail. Ah, the price of a great long run. So much for pretty feet on the beach this summer..
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