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So disappointed
Oct0820074:47 a.m.
No need to go on about the conditions of the day, as we are well aware of it all. I did finish the course, in 5:52-not bad for walking the last 7+ miles! I am so saddened by the death of the one runner from Michigan. My heart goes out to his family.
I'm sure we all had PR's in mind, as I did. I felt as though I was really going to set my PR this year, and had a specific time in mind. I am in the best shape I've been in -probably in forever! Just not today of course. I'm quite sure I won't do Chicago again for quite awhile. Guess if I am ever going to get that time goal I'll have to go elsewhere. Next summer I am going to stick to 10k's and maybe a half marathon at the most.
I hope everyone is safe. I've enjoyed jotting down my trials and tribulations with training for the marathon, and I hope you have enjoyed the journey with me.
The positive side of today, is that I raised $10,000 for the American Cancer Society. I am so happy about that.
All the best to all of you.
Kristen
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Comments (3)
jadebecca 'Kristen, Congratulations on finishing the marathon. We finished at the same time...depending on where we started. I saw a lady in front of me with a pony tail with a blue ACS jersey on it. Was that you? I feel a sense of accomplishment just finishing the race yesterday without ending up in a medical tent. I too, feel awful for the man who passed away yesterday and am saying prayers for his family. Way to Go! Becca' added 8th Oct 2007
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missionpossible 'So well done - an amazing amount to raise for charity and good going in that heat!' added 8th Oct 2007
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Alaistair 'Well done on completing your journey and raising so much for charity. Am also saddened by the loss of the Michigan runner. Good luck with your planned races for next year. BW..' added 10th Oct 2007
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