I have a new finisher's medal! Hooray! So that makes 5 marathons, and I guess maybe I could set a goal to do 50 by 50?
Damie finishing. See the three people in the background? Those were the only 3 spectators at the end of the marathon (besides Dave). ;) That is seriously how small this marathon is with no spectators hardly at all.
This is me at Mile 6 dropping off gear. Dave and I planned to meet here if I wanted to shed clothes and/or grab anything. Notice how I am all by myself? That is because there was no one there! 60-70 people in the race maybe? You literally ran by yourself almost the whole time. I did buddy up with someone for about 6 miles which was fun.
Damie and Gina post race. Do you love the Memphis Tigers symbols on our face? We wore them during the race. GO TIGERS! Final Four tonight!!!!
Goal accomplished. Low stress, fun day with my hubby as my caddy. He still needs a little training, though, as he completely forgot to meet me between miles 20-26...leaving me with absolutely no nutrition or liquids. But, he was joyfully waiting for me at the finish line so that made up for everything. He is such a sweetheart.
Oh yeah, and this is how they started the race. "ummm, someone stole the marathon markers, so just make sure you follow the person in front of you. If you get separated you might be in trouble." I ran straight to my car to get a map...oh my gosh!!! And, I completely would've missed some turn-offs if I didn't see the person in front of me turn. It was quite an experience. I really did enjoy the very, very small race experience and would recommend this to anyone that just wants to go out there and do something different.
This is the start of the race. We just all gathered around. 
And then the guy says "go!" And that is how we started! Believe it or not, in this last picture I am about to cry. I don't know why, but I looked over at Dave taking a picture and felt so grateful that I have a husband that is so proud of me. And, I in turn felt so proud of myself for going on another adventure. I was really choked up at the start of the race. I am such a weenie. Someone toughen me up! :)
4 comments:
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOO! Super Damie, just super!! I was wondering how you did! :) Jen H.
PS Cute pics!
great job damie! let's see...i sat in the car for about six hours today and then sat in a stadium for another seven hours. i think you got a little more exercise than me today! go tigers!
Congrats, Damie! I've also done one of those "small" marathons here in Arkansas. You know its small when you have to walk over and fill up your cup of water! Glad the race went well and you had FUN!
Loving the running for the metals thing! 50 before 50 sounds like a fun goal too! Glad to hear you had fun. Can't wait for our weekend adventure this weekend! :)
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