Manitoba Marathon

Unbelievable, I would just like to congratulate everyone who participated in the Manitoba Marathon today. It was a sight to see. Thousands of people participated, all ages, and body types, as well as disabilities. I was so inspired to see everyone participating. They had this super run where tons of children participated. The first to cross the line was this young boy about 8-10 years old, and he was a head of the pack by minutes. The youngest was a 4 year old boy, and this cute tiny 5 year old girl. They just ran their hardest when they entered the stadium. The oldest was a 72 year old woman who was running for her daughter who had cancer. Tears came to my eyes to see these people who completed the course. I myself was there to support Matt. This was his first half-marathon and I am so proud. We were up at 4:30am to catch the shuttle at 5:40am to start the race at 7am. Humidity was already bring the temperate up to 30 degrees and Matt ran his first half-marathon and came in 1198 place out of 3949 with a personal best time of 2:03:07. A friend of mine and myself didn’t expect our boys to arrive till about 2:30:00 only because they were apart of the second wave that left. I just about missed a photo op. Next thing I know Matt is already around the track at the Stadium. As I said I am so proud. It is not that I doubted he could do it. It was just really hot, and I watched as numerous people were collapsing in the stadium area, mouth to mouth and oxygen were being administered and you constantly were hearing sirens from the ambulances. I just wanted to make sure he got in safe and sound. I mean his shirt number had my name and cell phone number on it in case there were medical issues. But anyways as I said I am really proud of Matt and his accomplishments today. And a big shout out to all the Winnipeg residents who sat outside today using their hoses and sprinklers to help cool off the runners. I know that Matt and his buddy appreciated it. The fact that you were sitting outside supporting all the runners and were willing to raise your water bill. THANKYOU!!!!! Oh and thanks to the guy with the beer stand……not sure it helped, but thanks for passing out free beer on the last leg! Oh and we mustn’t forget Bryon. It was his first Marathon as well. He did amazing. Oh and there is also Dannie who decided she was running the full marathon. We just checked and she came in safe and sound in with at time around 5:20:00. Way to Go!!!!!

Matt before the race. Contemplating his strategy!

The gun goes.

Matt headed out with the pack.

Matt's back as he is headed to the finish line. Almost didn't see him.

Done!! And a personal best of 2:03:07. Way to go sweetie!!!