The 200-mile Ragnar Relay is something I had wanted to do for a while, but I was especially excited to be able to do it with such a great group. It was fun to be with friends from North Carolina again. For two days it felt like I had never left.
Van #2
Julie started the race for us. She was a little nervous---I think we all were. After all the anticipation it was pretty exciting to finally be on our way.
We had 3 girls from the Garner Ward join and help to fill in some final holes in the team. They were very sweet and great additions to the team.
Shelley lead out for Van #2.
I was up next after Shelley for our team. I traded legs with another team member last minute, so I was a little nervous when my first run was listed as one of the toughest of the whole race--going straight uphill and then straight down. It was difficult, but it was also kind of nice to start with my most challenging run. I knew that if I could make it through my first one my other legs would be possible too.
Helen took off after me.
Suzie getting ready for her 2nd leg--luckily she brought her personal trainer/masseuse.
And with a little help from her brother, she was on her way.
Sam and the kids were supposed to meet me for my last leg of the race, but due to some miscommunication (and a lot of frustration on Sam's part) I never saw them. I had been looking forward to seeing them and getting a much needed boost.
It wasn't all about the running. Our team also knew how to have good time.
After my final run I was pretty exhausted... (Photo courtesy of Reed)
..but thrilled to finally see these sweet faces.
Poor Helen got lost on her last leg and ended up running 3 extra miles. Zach was our driver, but ended up getting some running in as well when he went to find Helen. The two of them ran into the transition area together. It was perfect.
Aside from the awesome company I enjoyed for two days, our perfect team name (Mormons on the Run) was a highlight of the experience. It was amazing how many other members of the church we met on the race. People definitely took notice and went out of their way to talk to us. More than once I heard, "Hey, I'm a Mormon on the Run, too"
After 2 days of running and sleep deprivation it was wonderful to cross the finish line as a team. The kids were so cute watching from the sidelines. Max said, "I think you got third place, Mom!"
The whole team--including our two dedicated drivers.
The kids only got to see the finish, but they were pretty excited and impressed by the whole event. In fact, for at least a week after the race Reed was extra helpful and obedient. When I asked why he was being extra good he said, "Well...I just know how hard that race was for you, so I'm just trying to make things easy for you." If that's all it takes think I'm ready to sign up for next year.
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Hey, I put in a comment weeks ago. I guess I'll have to say again, "Way to go, Lindsay and team!" I really like the team name. My final comment was, "My favorite pic is the one Reed took".
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