Off to the Race

On Sunday morning, we wandered towards the lakefront to catch a little of the race in town, the Cleveland Marathon. By the time we arrived, the top marathoners had already finished, yet hundreds and hundreds were still gathered near the finish line and i don't know how many more along the race course. The atmosphere radiated lively for the 15,000+ participants.



Scene at the Finish Line

Check out, in the lower corner of the photo, Sandra checking out the race's finish.

Many of those who were gathered, came to see a friend, relative, or loved one attempt the marathon or one of the shorter races. While I'm not one who will ever understand putting the body through 26 miles, or 13 miles for the half-marathon or even 10k, of running or walking, there is something admirable and worth seeing when people cross the finish line and complete their goal, with or without people by their side.



Reaching the Finish

If you want to find out more about the marathon or the other races, check out the Cleveland Marathon's web site.