Run Aid Station #4- Mardi Gras themed. This ended up being a fantastic spot. This area of campus has a special place in my heart, being a lakeshore girl :) I started with set-up, but with plenty of volunteers we were finished fairly early, spending a good hour or so sitting in the sun exchanging stories. I met a nice girl who had done IM twice, and she was hoping to secure a spot for next year. She suggested I try ensure for long rides and runs! I'll try that for the next long run. DA joined for second shift. I hit up state street with Ali as we cheered on runners along the way. I made my way back to the station where I got to see both Heath and Kristin a few times. I jumped in for a bit with Kristin, which I know is kinda a no no, but it was for only half a mile if that. She seemed strong and as always in great spirit. Made my way over to chat with Mike Norman, Mr. CES for a bit, and then helped finish off the shift. Inspirational stuff! Helped a girl as she sat for a bit and barfed for 20 min only to get up and keep going :) We made our way to state street and I was able to see Kristin finish.
Off to bed for an early 4:00 am rise the next day. We got there at 4:30am, and were third in line. Thankfully it was a beautiful night to sleep outside. They opened the doors at 8am, which was nice because I had to race back down to work. $575 later I had a spot secured! WOOT WOOT! Here we go.....
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