Kalsarikännit
I thought you were going to push my face in your goodies before the race. Those weird Hokas put you at just the right height...
I want to do it because I want to do it. -Amelia Earhart
Will Crew for Beer
One of the reviews that was hidden by the MG moderators, from 7/31/12 (before registration even opened) - Word is that the participants for this race are now 'chosen' by the RD based on how well he knows them/likes them. Apparently, hopefuls can even bribe the RD with beer, goodies, etc. to be guaranteed a spot. I've never ran this race, but was interested. No more. This seems kind of weird and cliquey. I guess it is no longer a race but more of a party with invited guests or something. Yep, sounds about right. Weighted lottery.
One of the reviews that was hidden by the MG moderators, from 7/31/12 (before registration even opened) -
Word is that the participants for this race are now 'chosen' by the RD based on how well he knows them/likes them. Apparently, hopefuls can even bribe the RD with beer, goodies, etc. to be guaranteed a spot. I've never ran this race, but was interested. No more. This seems kind of weird and cliquey. I guess it is no longer a race but more of a party with invited guests or something.
Yep, sounds about right. Weighted lottery.
I had to bribe Trent with beer just to volunteer. But it was worth it.
Rule number one of a gunfight, bring a gun. Rule number two of a gunfight, bring friends with guns.
Cool Jump Suit
Enjoyed seeing everyone. I may even run this one again! Maybe.
So bittersweet,This tragedyWon't ask for absolution;This melody,Inside of me,Still searches for solution.A twist of faith,A change of heart Cures my infatuation.A broken heart, Provides the sparkFor my determination.
Hoodoo Guru
Someone discovered your scam. Now you'll never make the Race Directors Hall of Fame.
The tangents are moot.
Marathon Maniac #957
Awesome race, world's best volunteers, great swag, tasty beer, perfect weather, and tiny hills. Thanks, Trent!
+1
And whoever it was who gave me that caramel vodka after the race - thanks! New taste treats are always welcome.
Life is a headlong rush into the unknown. We can hunker down and hope nothing hits us or we can stand tall, lean into the wind and say, "Bring it on, darlin', and don't be stingy with the jalapenos."
Many times the conversation on the way home (10 hours) was I really don't want to run that stupid race again. I hate the drive, it would be expensive to fly and rent a car for Jill and I to just be punished by running the race.
I also realize I never liked Trent that much anyway.
I guess my wife enjoyed her experience while in Nashville - So making the wife happy is the only possitive for the 20 hours of driving and worst marathon experience ever.
Plus meeting a bunch of you that was OK - I was suprised at how nice the Massholes were.
Dallas - It is always nice to chat with Dallas.
2013 goal #1 - Not run Monkey
Long dead ... But my stench lingers !
Monday's Dirty Monkey.
One of the reasons HRC keeps volunteering for fluid station #3- more and more are getting sucked into this thing. (The rest of us just like to laugh at all of you.) You have at least three new converts who are hoping they can get in next year....