Marathon Pics

Here are a few pics as promised.

Nike Marathon billboard on Union Square, right on the starting line.

Me (I'm the short one) and Sis near the start in front of the porta-potty oasis!



Almost to the finish!!!! We're gonna make it!!


I can't believe its been a week already since the marathon. I going to go on a little hike today and then start my post-marathon week 1 training (ala Hal on Tuesday).

Some things I learned from the Marathon:

• Space Blankets are the bomb--even ones that you snatch from the garbage.
• Bring your own source of water. We're glad we did. Those water stops didn't come soon enough!
• Be prepared to have temporary "Alzheimers" after the race. Thank god my daughter had her brain! I just couldn't think straight.
• Enjoy the crowds, but more importantly, support and talk to your fellow runners--I wish I had done this more during the race.
• Don't sit down too soon after the race. Walk around a bit. I had to walk about a 1/4 mile to the bus shuttle and then a couple of blocks to the hotel. It helped me keep loose.
• Do prop up those legs that evening and when you go to bed. I was very uncomfortable in my bed until I got my legs elevated.

Until next time speed racers!