Couch to Beacon: Redemption
Shannon Bryan still can't run, but she believes in second chances. She's giving the Beach to Beacon 10K another shot (you know, after last year's tragic failure. But let's not bring that up).
To be a champion, be the only one running
My friend Liz and I went out yesterday to shoot video of the Beach to Beacon course. We intended on biking the route with the camera somehow duct-taped to my bike - and no, I really don't think that would have worked.
As we drove along to scope out the course, I realized that 1) there's barely a bike lane most of the way (and I prefer not to have my brains knocked out of my skull by the windshield of a VW) and 2) the course is incredibly hilly. My quads trembled just looking at it.
Inevitably we drove the route - stopping a few times to throw in some entertaining commentary.
FYI, running while talking and drinking a beer is not easy.
It was worth it though, to get that rare feeling of actually "winning" the race. I've always wanted to be the finish line banner breaker, and since I was the only one running...
The awards ceremony was kind of a bust, though. I was presented with a "Good Eater Award." Not really what I was aiming for.
I think the disappointment is fairly evident in my expression.
The entire video should be edited and live this week.
Comments
OK....now was that your "eeewwwww" expression on your award? And I must admit to being a little confused (okay...maybe a LOT confused). I had no idea they served beer on these races! Maybe there's more to these marathons that I had heard! Do they give them to you free, or does the money come out of the coffers of funds raised for the event and beneficiaries thereof?????
And one more question....that "good eater" award. Is that awarded on the basis of quality or quantity of foods consumed?
Sure does look like all that exercise and fresh air have a lot going for them. I will say this...they certainly have added to your "winning" attitude.
Love...
SYNOF
June 18, 2007 11:04 AM
That is by far the best couch to beacon yet. lol Lovin the good eater award and the fact that you ran with a beer in your hand. Your updates are always hilarious and entertaining. Thank you for letting us live vicariously through you. PS. Great champion sign!
Posted by VictoriaJune 18, 2007 11:15 AM
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Hey, that good eater award is hard to come by. Is that a banana that monkey is eating? HMMM Looks funny to me. Now that you have that winning feeling, you'll have enough hutspa to go for the gold the day of the race. You don't want someone else running through that banner do you? Can't wait to see the video! -NTF-
Posted by AndreaJune 18, 2007 10:55 AM