Today was the Pittsburgh Marathon. Admiration was abundant.
Anyone who sets out to run 26.2 miles deserves admiration. Here are a few highlights.
Laura and Charles were visiting from Columbus and Steve accompanied us down the hill to the 20 mile marker spot.
I started to photograph a couple of men is some crazy wedding gowns, which from a distance made me think they were togas.
As I photographed them, it turns out one was my good friend’s son. He recognized me first.
Tony told me they were wearing the costumes, running for a charity fundraiser Project R.U.N., (Reaching Underserved Neighborhoods) getting kids running shoes if they need them, providing nutrition education and transportation to the marathon and free registrations and “promotes healthy and active lifestyles”
I was filled with admiration. Nice job, men!
Running in costumes for charity fundraiser. This just in IT is not too late to donate to Project R.U.N. here is the linkDonate to Project R.U.N. until May 31
I can’t imagine running a marathon but in a full length wedding gown?
Okay Tony. We get the message. Six more miles to go!
Waiting for another “bride”
A spectator with her sign
Volunteers give numerous hours to make the Marathon a success. Some on bicycles, offering assistance to runners.
The workers
And the littlest cheering squad They cheered as every runner went by, bringing smiles to their exhausted faces
One of the runners the little squad cheered on, stops for a selfie
Carrying a flag the entire race could not be easy.
And thanks to Rich and Barbara for hosting the Annual Marathon Viewing chairs and delicious spread with all that delicious food.
Good series on the fund-raising run with fun.
Thanks for your encouraging words today.
What a fun event! Great photos, Ruth.
Thanks for your visit and comment Jamie.
A big day for Pittsburgh! Huge effort by many!
Yes, a huge effort
As I couldn’t run a hundred yards, have total admiration for those who run marathons!
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My feet hurt just thinking about running that far! Kudos to all the participants, especially the “brides”
Looks like a really great combined effort. Kudos to all who participated! 🙂
Thanks, Ruth for the great photos of the “brides”. They really did a great job finishing. I’m a proud Mom.
I can’t imagine wearing a wedding dress NOR carrying ANYTHING for the duration of a marathon. Those people deserve LOADS of admiration!
The little cheering squad is great. Slapping hands with a few elementary school classroom kids is still one of the highlights from my running days. 🙂
And got such a good cause, wearing those crazy gowns . Thanks for stopping by today.
Great job Ruth! So inspiring to watch the race. I did recognize Tony! That was awesome!
Lovely photos! They really capture the day 🙂
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