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Linda McLachlan's avatar

It will be such a gift to re-read these pages when you tackle your next challenge. I love hearing the voice in your head and as others have said, the rubber ball runner in front of you. Love your list of items you carry -- I'm making notes!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

My hope is something I write will help runners like you! Yay! The rubber ball runner...seriously it was wild how fast he got up...I was super impressed and if I fall, I hope to respond that way. HA!

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Linda McLachlan's avatar

He was probably so full of adrenaline he didn't even feel it. Maybe that night the pain came rushing (I hope not). I hope that was his only fall!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Awww, wow, fantastic work by rubber-ball-guy! Long-distance trail runners are AWESOME!!! (that means you, too, Julie!) 😁

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

HA! I was so amazed at his speed of recovery! It was really cool to be around so many amazing and resilent runners.

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Ken Seals's avatar

Really enjoying this little series, Julie! Chuckling as I picture the guy in front of you bouncing up like a rubber ball 😅

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Ken for reading along. I was shocked at how fast that runner bounced back up! I was happy about it too...he was okay.

Thank you for being here with us.

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KAREN V. BLOOM's avatar

I love hearing this recollection of your JFK50 miler! Looking forward to the next few pages!😄

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much, Mom!! I'm having a lot of fun recalling the day. I'm working on my showing vs telling.

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Amie McGraham's avatar

Thankful for you and reading about this exciting feat!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Amie, It's so wonderful to get your message. Thank you. I've been thinking of you. Sending you long distance hugs.

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Claudette Henson's avatar

Awww, I have to wait til Monday! I hope you don't trip!!!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

yes! I'm editing it now. :) LOL. There's so much to tell you over 50.2 miles. :) I figured bite-size chunks would be best.

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Claudette Henson's avatar

Yes i love the bite-size chunks! Keep em coming!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Claudette! xox

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Another terrific read, Julie! It seems you have perfect recall!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning Ruth! Thank you so much for reading. I was writing like mad in my notebook after the race. LOL. I didn't want to forget anything (which I'm sure I did...but happy to recall much of it)

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