Welcome to Hopkinton!
Congratulations...you ran
You made it. All those cold mornings in the dark, the rain, snow and wind, you ran. While others slept or hit snooze you ran. You ran when you didn't want to, you ran when you felt terrible...you ran. 20 miles (or more) time that could be spent doing other things, you found a way. 4am is a tough wakeup call but you did it... and you ran. When others said "26 miles? I could never do that" you smiled and...ran. Injuries, aches and pains that sideline most people... you ran. You ran...reaching for something, seeking...today. This is your moment and you are in great company. So for all those times you did not hit snooze...for all the discipline, dedication, inspiration and passion you have shown, CONGRATULATIONS and GOOD LUCK! Enjoy Boston and Hammer it!
"A lot of people run to see who's the fastest. I run to see who has the most guts."
Steve Prefonatine
"The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotion, spends himself in a worthy cause; who at best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement; and who at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who have never tasted victory or defeat."
Theodore Roosevelt
David:
You must be a runner to write about our wonderful Marathon that will be happening today here in Hopkinton. My hat is also off to anyone who can complete it. It's going to be a interesting day.
On good days...I am:) Fell short on my time to visit your city this year but next year awaits! Enjoy the Holiday.