H-E-R-O...What does that spell.....HERO!
A quick shout out to our friends and heros for completing their races, cheering on runners, and volunteering this weekend at the Des Moines Marathon Event.
Especially, David, Dick, Kent, Elizabeth, Nancy, Mike, Terri, CoffeeBetsy, Dennis, Angela, Laurie. There were many great stories which you will be able to read about on their pages, here is the million word version through a few pictures of our heros.
If you would like to meet the (literally) hundreds of new running friends we met this weekend, check out some great prerace and post race photos at our Flickr page.
We had a blast! More soon...
I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed sharing the journey with you guys. Seeing the others photos, I realize belatedly that I really wanted one with Amy and Tom (and the rest of RunnersLounge group). Chock one up to not thinking entirely clearly after it was over. Thanks Tom and Amy for everything you did and all your encouragement. Both of you were the best!
Posted by: Kent A | October 21, 2007 at 06:49 PM
Love the slide show! The pics are just terrific.
Congratulations to all 1/2 and full marathon finishers. There's nothing quite like your first.
Sandy
Posted by: Sandy | October 21, 2007 at 06:55 PM
They say you'll always remember your first time, great job everyone!
Posted by: Doug | October 21, 2007 at 07:21 PM
Great pictures. Makes me wish I could have run the DM marathon!:)
Posted by: Running Ragged | October 21, 2007 at 08:13 PM
Congratulations to all the finishers!!
Thought I'd let you know I made it today too. Sorry I missed seeing you. We had family from out-of-town and had to leave quick.
It was such a beautiful day today - perfect marathon weather and I must say, I love the Des Moines course! The changing trees were beautiful!
Posted by: Wendy | October 21, 2007 at 08:21 PM
Amy and Tom,
I just wanted to thank you for being at the finish line for me and for all the other runners today. your inspiration and support is worth more than you know. You made be believe: I AM A RUNNER! keep up the great work on the blog. Angela!
Posted by: Angela Maiers | October 21, 2007 at 09:32 PM
Thanks you two. This was so fun and you are definitely a part of that for many of us. The pictures are great!!! People are jealous of us not just being virtual friends. Isn't that great. I feel so fortunate.
Thanks for all the support and encouragement and for everything you do. That cookie was awesome, thanks, Tom!! :D
Great job everyone. I should be posting soon. Can't wait to read everyone's story.
Posted by: Nancy | October 21, 2007 at 10:30 PM
I like the slide show. It's fun to read about how great races go for others.
Posted by: PNW Runner | October 21, 2007 at 11:04 PM
Amy and Tom, it was a delight meeting you this weekend and having some extra smiling faces to greet me when I was finished with the race. Thanks for the hugs, the encouragement, and the I AM A RUNNER bracelet. I will wear it with pride!
Posted by: Betsy | October 22, 2007 at 09:27 AM
Thanks Tom & Amy. The photos are great!
Posted by: TRoot | October 22, 2007 at 09:54 AM
Congratulations to everyone who ran this weekend. Be sure to check out the Mission Accomplished post at http://dabigleap.wordpress.com/ for his thoughts on winning. I loved what he had to say, and believe that you are all winners too!
Posted by: Database Diva | October 22, 2007 at 01:43 PM
oh i love those pictures! holding up those little signs?! so fun!!! i know so many people ran great races this weekend & i promise i will read all about them as soon as i recover from mine. i can't wait to catch up on all the blog posts!
Posted by: suzanne | October 22, 2007 at 02:41 PM
Love the photos!!! The signs are great, too. :)
Posted by: Lisa | October 22, 2007 at 03:03 PM
Sounds like you guys had an amazing day for a race. I'm a little jealous that I couldn't be there with all you guys. Next year? Hmmm....
Love the pictures.
Posted by: Bill Carter | October 22, 2007 at 03:47 PM
Awesome photos! Glad to hear things went well.
Posted by: david | October 22, 2007 at 07:42 PM
As Tom and I settled back into our "real lives" at work today, it was these stories that kept us going. Thanks everyone for a great weekend!
I love all the race reports out there today!
Posted by: Amy | October 22, 2007 at 09:21 PM
Awesome Pics!! Congrats to ALL who Toe'd the line!
Posted by: Bob Gentile | October 23, 2007 at 06:47 AM