We woke up early and joined up with Tom's sister and brother-in-law to see the yearly marathon. Tom's brother Bob ran a respectable 3:32:59. We have quite a few pictures so enjoy if you have never been there.
Eight of us were there to catch a glimpse of Bob. We waited patiently around mile 17.
There were 20 wounded warriors staying in the same hotel where we were.
They were in great spirits and happy to have participated.
They were in great spirits and happy to have participated.
The first female runner we saw was really setting a great pace, although she didn't finish first.
She was followed a 100 yards back by a pack of contenders.
About10 minutes later the first wave of men.
Another warrior.
The guy in yellow beats his dad to the finish line every year.
Another wave of the top runners.
A soldier, prior to the race completes the marathon with a 50 pound rucksack
Don't worry kids, Grammie has a musical instrument for each grandchild.
Bob, later enjoying a post race meal with family and friends.
Need noisemakers and memorabilia?
Raising money for cancer research.
A throng of runners coming over a hill.When you have about 22,000 runners, they tend to bunch up.
Another wounded warrior.
A marathon on stilts, but not on a run.
Family meeting area on Stuart St. after the race.
Bob and Tina finally get back together in the family meeting area. Bob looked great after the race.
If you come to pick out someone in particular, make sure that they wear something unusual, they will be easier to find.
A great day in Boston.
Home tomorrow.
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