Boston Marathon weekend
Everywhere you look on social media(if you're a runner I suppose) you'll see posts of the Boston Marathon and runners making their way into the city getting their bib number and enjoying the expo. I know each year, as I watch these amazing runners, the inspiration I feel is just overwhelming. This year is no different, but it definitely has a different tone. A good tone. One that's strong, united, and focused.
This week I had an opportunity to watch an ESPN special about a few of the marathon bombing survivors and their amazing stories of struggle and triumph. At the end of the 60 minute story, I was left completely speechless and in tears. No doubt the events of last year has brought the running community much closer than ever and even if you're not running the actual marathon, it's on our minds and in our hearts this weekend.
I know I'll be watching the marathon here in Indiana on Monday morning, cheering on all the runners as they make it up Heartbreak Hill and run toward the finish line. They each have a story and a purpose out there and it will definitely be an emotional marathon for all of us. Together we will remember the lives lost that fateful day last year and run toward a stronger future. My Monday miles will be dedicated to the lives affected by last year's events as well as the runners who are running the marathon, many of them finishing what they could not last year. We are not just Boston Strong, we are RUNNING STRONG. We are all united and even if we're not running together, the bond between each of us can not be broken or shattered by anything. Good luck to all the Boston marathoners on Monday and cherish each mile. Stay strong and know that runners from all over the world are supporting and cheering you on!
"Like the marathon, life can sometimes be difficult, challenging and present obstacles, however if you believe in your dreams and never ever give up, things will turn out for the best."
Meb Keflezighi, U.S. Olympic marathoner
Very nicely written!!! I also watched the ESPN special when it first came on ABC last Saturday. The one's featured in that documentary are also on the cover of this week's Sport's Illustrated. I'm actually taking the day off to watch the Boston Marathon. I ran miles for Boston this past Tuesday and will run more miles on Monday morning prior to the race.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! That picture is right, marathoners are the WRONG GROUP TO TARGET! Here's to running with Boston!
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