Christian and I just spent the past 6 days in Miami. Christian returned to run the Miami Marathon this year, while I cheered him on. The marathon was on Sunday, January 27th, with a start time of 6:15 am. Christian finished in 4 hours. He did an awesome job and I had fun cheering him on at several stops along the way and watching him cross the finish line. I was accompanied by his 13 year-old niece Jennifer and his friend Elon who both live in Miami. Jenny and I were able to see the wheel chair athletes and the elite runners as we awaited Christian in South beach around Mile 6.5 of the race. It was a lot of fun to see so many runners, and especially to be able to cheer Christian on!
After the marathon, we spent time enjoying the beach (with lots of sunscreen, hats and umbrellas), touring the sites and visiting with family and friends. We had a really nice time and it was great to get away. The weather was absolutely gorgeous...sunny, breezy and warm.
It was different being a spectator this year versus running the marathon last year. I must say, that it is much more fun to watch than to run, but maybe I'll be up for a half marathon next year...who knows???
I seem to have picked up a head cold somewhere along my trip and must say that colds aren't much fun, but I guess it's that time of year.
I hope all of you are doing well and keeping healthy.
Thanks for continuing to check my blog.
Love,
Erica
Thursday, January 31, 2008
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Team Run for Erica (minus Omar)
Omar getting ready to run
Mary, Chandra and Liz finish their 6 miles
Star and Christian run for the crowd
Tony and Jaime waving to the crowd
Team Run for Erica after the marathon (minus Jenny and Jaime)
Erica's Tree @ Upton Hill
Look how Erica's tree is growing and blooming!
Upton Hill Memorial to Erica
Erica's crepe myrtle tree by the batting cages at Upton Hill Regional Park, Arlington, VA
Plaque dedicating tree in Erica's memory
Plaque dedicating the tree in Erica's memory
A week before admission to Hospice
What a beautiful smile!
March 26: Liz, Star, Chandra, Erica and Kelly
March 26: Star, Chandra and Erica
March 12-13: Erica and Christian...check out those smiles!
With Uncle David
Dad, Mom, Erica, Megan, Heather, Chase and Uncle Bill
1 comment:
That's so cool you went to Miami!! That's great Christian was able to run. Sorry you have a head cold, I hope it's over by now. Love you lots.
Karen
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