The moment you see the finish line is so intensely personal. The swelling up with pride, the lump in the throat, possible tears welling, body aching and all of this punctuated with a huge sense of accomplishment and well deserved sigh of relief.
Congratulations to all our Team Lucca runners today. So proud of all of you. Think you are so amazing. My apologies if I forgot about anyone, but here is how I saw it.
First Team Lucca runner and still looking like a million bucks, mother of two, super speedy, Becky MacBride.
Next the truly amazing Western States competitor and CIM Pace setter, my friend, Karyn Hoffman.
Then one of my Team Lucca running heroes mostly for his tenacity and the fact that he just loves to run and does it so well, the one and only, Jim Geary.
Not far behind, Jim's daughter and often times running companion - still smiling from ear to ear, Tamara Geary.
There is so much pride to be had I am sure, for being part of a fearless group of women athletes known as the TRI chics. If anyone personified what these women can just go out and do with a marathon, it is Tammie Lopez. I had breakfast with Tammie the day before the race who was only a little concerned that she had barely trained. This morning she was a testament to the high level of physical fitness at which these women live their lives.
Tammie you are amazing, looked amazing and I am so proud of you.
Next was Team Lucca coach and excellent marathoner again looking like it was such a breeze, the always smiling, really talented, Emily Schile.
Doing her first marathon and doing an excellent job of it was Julie Stackhouse.
Followed by the always adorable, also TRI Chic, LeAnne Nienow.
Also congrats to my bud and Team Lucca runner, Dan Tafoya and Mrs. Pozzi aka Meschell.
Thank you all for representing the Team over this past year.
Think the world of all of you. You are all pure inspiration.
Terri
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