The Big Race - Scott runs the Austin Marathon

Preparation for the big event has consumed the past 6 months. It's eaten up every Sat and Sun morning with training runs - putting a small crimp in our style. Weekends were focused on heathly eating and nights full of sleep. The day came and Scott ran the 26.2 miles it takes to complete a marathon. Not his first (he ran in 2007) but possibly his last competative race. Now onto triathalons!

WHAT and accomplishment! We are all so proud of him, none more than me. Even if the races do not continue, I hope his passion, committment and dedication do.


Scott has good friends, good people in his life. Both our mothers were on hand to watch him run - Nancy flew in just to cheer him on and Sue drove down from Dallas. His father and Reagan were there too at mile 17. Here's a pic as Kevin (and Jen - not seen in photo) gives him the 'man's congraulatory hug'. Jeremy & Lisa were also waiting at water stop mile 25 and joined him for half a mile towards the finish - the boost he needed to finish hard.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again. Spectating is hard - but it cannot compare to the requirements of running the race. I am so proud of Scott and his accomplishments.

We celebrated at the house with all the righ ingredients - friends, family, beer, fajitas and a sunny afternoon.