August 20 was the Parkersburg Half Marathon. This was Andrew's third time as a runner in this race. He finished the 13.1 miles with a personal best time of 2:16:04.69. We are very proud of him!
This was my third time as a bike patrol participant. My dad has led the bike patrol for several years. We ride the course and look for any runners/walkers in distress and help them out. This year I gave a woman some blister protection and got water for several participants.
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Getting ready on race day |
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Pre-race picture |
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Starting line |
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Parkersburg City Hall |
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Have no fear, the bike patrol is here! |
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Before the national anthem |
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And they're off! |
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Andrew starts his race (waving on the right side) |
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Go, Andrew, go! (waving on the right side) |
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The runners and walkers head up the first hill |
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Elite male runners at the mile 2 water stop |
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Elite male runners start the bridge |
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Elite female runners at mile 2 water stop |
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Panoramic on the bridge
(click to enlarge) |
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Runners/walkers on Gihon Road |
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There's a familiar face! |
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Looking good, Andrew! |
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See you at the finish line! |
Meanwhile at my parents' home, Greg enjoyed the morning with Gran.
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"Good morning, Gran!" |
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"What is out there to explore?" |
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"I approve stroller rides in pajamas!" |
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"Let me crank up the cute meter to maximum!" |
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"That was a fun walk!" |
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"This swing is fun!" |
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"I can check out the whole backyard!" |
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Playing with stacking cups |
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"This ball looks familiar..." |
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"I hope Uncle Dave doesn't mind if I borrow his record player." |
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Playing with the record player |
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"Let's take a rest, Mr. Seahorse." |
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"Gran, this toy is a bit tricky..." |
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"I read on the kitchen floor at home too!" |
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"That lamp is funny!" |
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Hamburger, hot dogs, corn on the cob = yummy! |
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