Nonetheless, we did have a lovely weekend as Rich ran his first half marathon. It was also in NH, like mine, but unlike my event this was well organized and the sun was shining. We had another friend running the race from work, and it was really great to watch her, too. I'm hoping that Rich will write a report, but here are some pics. I secretly had some t-shirts made, which we're going to wear to all future events :) Yes, this is probably a bit sad!
Team Oliver-Campbell.. we take our mascot with us :)
And he's off....
Pops putting on a sprint finish!
Waiting for daddy to finish. Incidentally, Raf stayed wide awake during nap time as Rich ran, and as soon as Rich crossed the line Rafi fell promptly to sleep.
All of us in our shirts getting ready to drive home.
I love that raf stayed awake for daddy's finish! well done rich!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great first half-marathon experience - except for the pain that started in my hips around the 7th mile and didn't let up the rest of the way - perhaps only training at 70% explains that! At least 90% training next time, and we'll be in better shape...
ReplyDeleteThe welcome reception of Al and Raf in their t-shirts was lovely, even though Raf then promptly fell asleep! It was such a well organized event and in Newmarket as well, a small New Hampshire mill town where Alex used to row in and where we saw our beloved Jose Gonzalez a few years ago - it's a favourite spot of ours. I'm sure we'll be back to this event in future years - watching Al next time!! Watch those hills - much under-reported!