We Did It!!!

Early race day morning. Randy was still waking up.

Sarah is ready to run!

Randy is ready too!

Our supporters are ready also!

We are officially Half Marathon Finishers. It was one of the most amazing experiences. As we were getting ready to start, I was sooo nervous, but once we past the starting line, I eased up and off I ran. One of the best parts of the run was looking forward to being cheered on by Grandma Swann and Jolee. They were waiting at just after 3.5 miles into the run for us. Seeing them was better stimulator than any power bar could ever be. After meeting us along the way, Grandma and Jolee drove to the finish line to wait for us. Passing the finish line was very emotional for me. It is hard to put into words the feelings that were running through me, I was thinking about Susan, our supporters and our donors, that I completed a half marathon (something 6 months ago I wasn't sure I could do). I can't believe how much fun it was to run. So many people cheering us along the way. The beautiful views. Having my loving husband at my side. This was truly a great and wonderful experience. I took oodles of pictures on my phone so as soon as I am able to figure out my new phone and how to get the pictures onto the computer I will post those with a more play by play of what was going on throughout all 13.1 miles of fun.

Some Stats for Finishers:

Name:  Sarah Swann

Bib#: 37132

Chip Time: 2:46:57

Overall: 12859/17593

Place by Sex: 8619/12560

Division Place: 1747/2245

Age Grade: 39.4%

Pace: 12:45

5 Km: 36:01

10 Km: 1:16:40

9 Mile: 1:52:59

Name:  Randy Swann

Bib#: 37131

Chip Time: 2:46:57

Overall: 12857/17593 

Place by Sex: 4240/5033

Division Place: 638/708

Age Grade: 35.5%

Pace: 12:45

5 Km: 36:01

10 Km: 1:16:39

9 Mile: 1:52:59

Approaching the finish

Stopped for a quick picture

Crossing the finish line!

The Swann Family post run

Thank-you so much Grandma Swann and Jolee for being there to support us! Thank-you to our amazing donors. You are wonderful! Thank-you to Anna for being our captain/coach/mentor. Thank-you to Susan for being the type of person that inspires people to better themselves and for always thinking of others.