It Was Not Pretty!
Well folks, it was not easy, but I completed the marathon and I finished about 30 minutes faster than I had expected. Not to say that I was fast. I was actually number 1150 out of 1194 total runners (see stats below). The competitors there were serious runners and I feel lucky to have finished well before the cut-off.

Several people have asked me "How do you feel" and to answer in a word... "Chafed". I hit the wall at 13 miles and thought that I might be in big trouble, but after gobbling down 3 power bars, I caught my second wind. At mile 18, I asked the assistance staff for a new pair of feet. They were unable to accommodate and by mile 20, I was completely numb from the ankle down so it did not really matter anyway. The last 6 miles saw me combining a trot/walk strategy with occasional odd contortions based on the various leg cramps that I was experiencing.

Marceilla was an inspiration and I feel bad, because without me, she could have easily finished the race in under 5 hours. She stayed with me and encouraged me the entire way... even when completely embarrassed by the later running style mentioned above.

San Diego Quadruplets Donations
Thanks to all who pledged a donation amount. We raised nearly $2000 and it could not go to a better family. I will be introducing you all to Caetano shortly via email and providing instructions about where to make your online donation.

Thank You for all of the support and encouragement!