St. George Marathon
Well, it was all in all a good day. I really didn't have any goals so any type of day would suffice. Bum decided to run with me this year so off we went. Bum, Austin, and I heading down the road. I enjoyed the company and the gatorade from Louise was wonderful. We started losing Austin about half way in so we walked awhile and then decided to just keep moving. I was fun to see Lizzie at the ward'd aid station there at about 19.6 miles. I was thankful that Bum brought the drugs so I could manage the pain. This whole run was about 'managing' as we ran when we could, walked a few hills, and just kept moving. From about 18 miles on, it became increasingly painful with the foot, knee, and hip. It was just a matter of survival. It was great to see Carrie, Maddie, and CJ as we came into town. Got a few hugs and kept moving. I enjoyed the dew from the Ipson's as we strolled down diagonal. From there on out, I just had to try to finish. The cold towels are always a big hit. I was real happy to have this one done and at the finish, I ate too many creamies.
Good day - glad to be able to still do it.
(Stinson: 174)
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