Boston Marathon

I ran a 2:59!!!!  It was an incredible event--like nothing I have ever participated in before.  There were crowds lining the entire route cheering on the runners, passing out oranges, and giving high- fives.  Auntie Lori, Auntie Wendy and their families were out there at mile 18 and really helped me get through the hills.  Chris, Hazel, Bob, Kathy, Johnny and his brother all suffered for several hours in the cold, crowded streets of Boston to cheer me to the finish line.  It was so inspiring to know that I had so many supporters out on the course and back at home tracking me on their phones, TVs, and computers. Honestly, if i had known how many people were tracking my race I would have been much more nervous!  

 Note the bloody toe in the picture below:   

Thanks everyone for all of your support before, during, and after the marathon!