Marathon Do-Over!

I wanted to run a sub 3:50. Instead I got dehydrated and crashed and burned at mile 16. Not a good race for me, to say the least. I literally run-walked the last 10 miles to finish in 4:20. I was still proud of myself for finishing. I contemplated dropping out from miles 16 to 21, but chose to be a finisher. I received massive leg cramps for my reward. Lesson learned: No bourbon the night before my next marathon and I'm going to drink MUCH MUCH more water the week before the race. I also may walk during the water stops at St. Jude to be sure I take in plenty of fluid.

Anita Beth was a superstar in the half marathon. She finished in 1:58! It's official. She's as fast as I am now. Maybe faster. But I couldn't be more proud of her.

My brother Bailey finished his first marathon, too. I was proud of him for gutting it out.

And last but not least, AB's running buddy Kimberly finished another half marathon.

Way to go everybody!

UPDATE: Check out the album below for more pics. Pay particular attention to the look on Bailey's face. If you ever wondered what joy and pain look like simultaneously, then here's your answer:

Marathon Makeover 10-17-09