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Rebecca Holden's avatar

GO, BRINDSLEY AND JULIE! I've got tears in my eyes - what a fabulous, fabulous pair! reading this fantastic post has absolutely made my day!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much, Rebecca!! I'm so happy to know. :)

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Mary B's avatar

Oh I love this story! I got a bit teary reading how he sprinted ahead. I can imagine how big your heart felt!!! ❤️

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Mary B.!

I got a bit teary eyed writing it. Thank you so much for reading along.

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Mary B's avatar

❤️

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Richard Donnelly's avatar

What fun to race with your son. I'm down to my dog : )

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

It was fun! Thank you for reading along Richard. And Bravo to you taking the dog along. YAY. One of the best movement buddies around.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

What a delightful result Julie B. I wasn’t aware of Brindsley’s development as a runner. His finish leaves no doubt in my mind! Well done. Both of you.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning Gary! Thank you so much for reading along. Oh yes, Brindsley loves to run...he announced this morning as he was doing math, "I'd rather run another half then do this." LOL

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Gary Spangler's avatar

Survival can also depend on running skills. (Thinking of the Kenyan runners that often win the Boston and NYC marathons.)

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

It’s funny you mention this. Brindsley just worked on a project and he picked the country— Kenyan (I’m sure you can guess why) :)

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Gary Spangler's avatar

Brindsley is an all in runner!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

He sure is Gary. It’s fun to see! :) Happy Friday and have a great weekend.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

Yes! Same for you and your family. Warmer now?

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KAREN V. BLOOM's avatar

I Loved hearing this account of your first marathon together. Great job!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you, Mom! First Half :) What a great time we had!

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Claudette Henson's avatar

So cool. Julie and Brindsley! What a team!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning, Claudette! It was a great morning, and so proud of Brindsley. He was thrilled at the post-race party to see pizza! That kid loves pizza.

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Clark Rose's avatar

What a great story

Yes, and the very best part?

It is all non/fiction♥️👣‼️

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning, Clark! I'm so glad I wrote this story for Brindsley and to look back on it later. Delaney loved your letter. Thank you so much. It made her day.

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Clark Rose's avatar

And she made mine‼️

Please congratulate Brindsley for me...

I predict a great running future for him...🙌

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Amie McGraham's avatar

Respect to Brindsley! Did he change his mind about the 50 once he finished?

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Amie! I asked him and he said he think’s he’ll go for it because of the food along the way. HA! :) I’ll make sure they have Pizza and we’ll be all set.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I sure will, Clark! I predict the same, though I keep my mouth shut. :) No pressure here.

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