Of Small and Big BRF Gatherings

Amy and I had a chance to meet a fellow blogging running friend (BRF) last week.  Nancy lives in our town and we’d been reading each others’ blogs for months now.   After getting to know each other virtually and commenting on each others’ posts, getting acquainted over lunch was delightful. 

Anyone who’s ever received or read Nancy’s comments knows that she is one of the most supportive runners out there blogging.  She cares about everyone’s lives, running, achievements, setbacks and musings.  Nancy leaves comments that will carry you for the rest of your day.  I often go reading and tracking in the wake of Nancy’s comments on others' sites just to get a great dose of her kind, uplifting spirit.

In a heartbeat we were discussing jobs, spouses, neighborhoods, kids, mutual friends, running, and of course, our other blogging friends.  It was like we’d known each other for ages.  By the end of our lunch, we think we heard Nancy say she’s ready to move away from the nick name “Non-runner.” A Breakthrough!

Speaking of meeting up with bloggers, I’ve been leaving comments or e-mails for BRFs running Chicago Marathon about getting together Friday afternoon or evening to meet.  But I know I haven't reached everyone.

The plan is just chat, catch a drink or snack, and take some pics.   Our little rendezvous shouldn’t take a lot of time out of your busy marathon weekend. The details are coming together and I'll be finalizing where and when we'll meet soon.  So please make sure you let me know if you’re interested.  Friends and family are welcome.  tom@runnerslounge.com

We gotta get some great pics out of our Chicago BRFs reunion.

I’m also wondering if perhaps some of you who are running Columbus Marathon, like  Sandy and Laurel, and others might organize a gig where BRFs might meet there on that weekend.

Comments

[Marcy]

Yes everyone loves Nancy ;D ;D She's the best! (and yes Tom, you and Amy are also LOL) I'm so jealous you all got to meet!

[Nancy]

Ohhhh, you are WAY too good to me!! This means a lot coming from you, Tom. YOUR comments and the comments of other BRF's carry ME through my runs without fail. I am constantly sharing stories and anecdotes with my hubby like I am talking about my best friends. :)

Thank you so much. I had a great time!

[pat monahan]

I know what it's like to meet blogging runners. Saturday Javamom, pokey and Onepinkfuzzy met me for a group run. It was a delight.

It was nice that you could make the time to meet up with nancy. With, your race director duties, I'm sure your real busy.

[Bob Gentile]

Very Cool to meet fellow bloggers, very glad u guys got together & u can plan some events together...Have a great week!!

[Nic]

I won't be in town until later on Saturday. Be sure to post pictures!

[Amanda]

I've seen a number of ladies posting on the Nike Run in San Fran, so I hope to meet a few there! I think it's great to meet up with those who are providing such great support!

[Laura Catherine]

Hola Daddy!

Guess who had a fabulous run today? Me! I love you and cannot wait for marathon weekend!

[Lisa]

I'd love to know more details about meeting up with others. Thanks for coordinating it all!

[Andria]

Totally jealous that you guys got to meet up! But thanks for sharing.