April Fools! This race wasn't timed and was an official fun run. It also corresponded with RWBs #RunAsOne campaign. The race itself benefited the local Patuxent River Habitat for Humanity in support of their Veteran's Critical Home Repair Program. Click on the green links if you would like to donate to either cause! Ran this one with the boys, or rather behind the boys. They both wore red to support RWB. I opted for my #wearblue shirt as the post-marathon weight gain makes the RWB one a little snug. I am looking forward to their new website opening in mid-May so I can find a better fitting top (or maybe be back down to marathon weight!). Please excuse the crazy hair too, this is why I normally shower and braid my hair before races, wild woman curly frizz! I wasn't in a hurry to push this race knowing that I needed to push myself to make the Cherry Blossom time limit the next day. The RWB group decided that they wanted to stick together as much as possible and I went with that plan. It gave me the opportunity to meet some RWB members and enjoy a leisurely pace along the Three Notch rail trail from John Bagget Park north to the turn around point and back. It was a lovely spring day and a little on the warm side for the 1st of April. I definitely worked up a sweat by the runs end. Kerri ran with the flag, a feat that I will have to try once I get a little stronger. Boys were happy with wonderful finish line food and medals for all. Biscuits and sausage, donuts, coffee, and samples of foot cream that I grabbed for post race tomorrow. This fun run gave me the confidence to face the challenge of the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler the next day and I am thankful for the casual atmosphere and the support of the RWB team members. Joining the group has been one of the best things that I have done. I was glad to get out and support these Veteran's organization. Help those who have sacrificed so much!
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JK McDowellLong time back of the pack runner, science lover, Christian, educator, and mom. Archives
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