This race was cold and very muddy as we ran on trails most of the race. Nearly six miles was in mud that covered the back of my legs and consumed my new Asics Kayano's. I "jogged" it, as I have in my previous two races. It may be what I need to do from this point on.
I did re-write the Christmas carol "Deck the Halls" in honor of this race. So, you need to start humming the song as you read the new verses below. There are three stanza's. I am anticipating huge royalities from the re-write!
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| Finishing @ the Denver Half |
Jogged this race with hope and fervor,
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
'Tis the 55th in the list to conquer,
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
Don me now my Asic running shoes
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
Run in the cold 30 degree weather.
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
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See the Porta-potties in the distance,
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
I made it there before an accident!
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
Follow me through the trails and mud,
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
While I whine about the pain and suffering.
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
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I see the finish line, it's approaching
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
Hail the medal around my neck
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
I scream with joy as I finish
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
Lead me to the burrito table
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, ha-ha-ha-ha
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Merry Christmas to all and to all good-bye!
