May 23rd 2010

Edinburgh Marathon

Today’s photo is just before the start of the Edinburgh Marathon. Tim Brown, whoever you are, I hope you did well.

Me? This picture tells a false story. The race started with misty grey skies after a heavy morning shower. However, miles 2-26 were all run in blazing sunshine, hitting 28°C at one point. But I completed the course, and though my time was not as good as I hoped, I am proud both for completing and for raising over £820 for my chosen charity so far. Was it my last marathon? Probably …