I have finished my first marathon. Final time was 4 hours 17 minutes. My toenails are black and blue, and one is falling off. My knees hurt and my left ankle is awful sore. My family is still in shock by everything they witnessed on the course (Tim got a bunch on tape, but I am not sure if "what happens during a race stays in the race" is proper etiquette) I am trying to reconnect with friends who were at that race, they even made a sign, but completely missed me (I feel awful).
But I am completely thrilled to be done the marathon. I enjoyed it, but not as much as the beer afterwards.
I couldn't have done it without my husband, family, and friends (Cynda even jumped in and ran with me...well so did James and Tim but that is for later) who sacrificed sleeping-in, church, and their Sunday morning to be with me at the start, middle, and finish of the race. I love you!
And I couldn't have been more prepared if it weren't for all the wonderful running bloggers who ran before me, and gave me so many words of encouragement. Thank you!!!
I will post more later, my sister got some great shots!
7 comments:
Congrats!! What a great time for your first marathon! I am excited to hear the race report. I have friends that ran it today, too. Put your feet up, and have some chocolate! You've earned it!
Hey, that's awesome!
Congratulations, and can't wait to hear more. Toenails grow back, BTW.
WHoohoo!!! CONGRATULATIONS, LIZ!!!
Fabulous time too. WHoo! Can't wait to hear the details, and yes you are allowed to share *everything* from the race. :)
Great job, marathoner!
Congratz, Liz! Way to go!
That's a terrific time, you can be proud of it. Sounds like a fabulour support team as well!
Do share all the details...this group is interested!!
Yes we must know. Now that you've been to the dark side you need to tell us what you found there, in case it's different from what we see or haven't seen.
Nice racing. 4:15 is great.
Congrats!!! I love your above pictorial on the race!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You're amazing!
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