Charleston magazine Society blog

Since I moved to Charleston three years ago, this is one of the main events that I look forward to every year. It has become an annual ritual for me. I never begin at the starting line.  I get my husband to drop me off at Houston Northcutt (I’m such a cheater) while I wait on the sidewalk for the Kenyans and the rest of the runners to pass. I am always fascinated to see the runners from Kenya leading the pack. They make it seem so easy. I was not surprised to hear that one of them ended up winning in 28 minutes and 47 seconds.
 

When I did decide to join the race, I had to keep my mind focused on something that would help me make it across the finish line. I decided to focus on the creative on the backs of t-shirts. To my surprise this was a great idea. So many people decorated or had t-shirts created that were dedicated to a worthy cause or a loved one. My favorites were those that directed you to a crazy website (I am not going to give anyone a plug here). I even Googled a few of them when I got home.  I really have to commend the guys who wore the oversized cardboard box cars raising awareness and money for Dee Norton Children’s Services.

I ended up finishing in one hour and 45 seconds. I joined the other participants in Marion Square for fruit and muffins provided by BiLo and live entertainment.
To everyone that finished this 6.2-mile course.  Congrats.

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