5.10.2011

first things first

i totally skipped over patriots day this year. how dare me.

i always always write about patriots day. it's definitely top on my list of things i'll miss about boston.

good news!

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we FINALLY made it to the BOSTON MARATHON. and i kick myself for not going the previous years. loved.

we got a great spot in the newton hills (around mile 16).

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did a little waiting.

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and a little snacking.

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and a little entertaining.

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it was a nice family neighborhood... i didn't mind the view.

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and then they came!

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and we got really excited.

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we especially liked high-fiving the soldiers.

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and watching for costumes.

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and shadow dancing.

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and jumping.

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sophie was my best yelling buddy.

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such a fun day. so motivating watching that many people run 26.2 miles. but i definitely don't think i'll be doing that anytime soon. Ü

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4 comments:

Liz said...

i hate to say it (ok, not really) but...i told you so.

Bryan and Ashley said...

Love the pictures. Looks like so much fun! I cannot believe you only have 13 more days in Boston!! I'm kicking myself for never coming... :(

Janssen said...

This is awesome - I wish i'd gone!

Melonius said...

holy cow your hair is long! its like you haven't even cut it since i last saw you...what, 3 years ago?
you probably cheered for my dad. your spot sounds like about where he would have me bring him his special concoction of energy drink for a little pickmeup. its awesome.