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I think my marathon might have broken me.

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Robinson — 4 Comments

Two weeks ago I ran the Marine Corps Marathon. I set that goal 22 years ago, and struggled through various obstacles over the last rhree yeats to cross that finisy line. It was a huge success, and an achievement I…

38th Marine Corps Marathon!

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Robinson — 3 Comments

It has been over a week and I think its time for my first post regarding the Marine Corps Marathon. I am pleased to say that I made it across the finish line! I beat the bridge! While my time…

Tagged with: finish line, first marathon, Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon, Marine Marathon
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Today looks like a nice day to run The 38th Marine Corps Marathon.

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Robinson — 1 Comment

So, by the time this auto-posts, I should be at the starting line of the Marine Corps Marathon. Or somewhere around it at any rate. I am writing this the night before, as I prepare to toss and turn in…

Tagged with: first marathon, Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon, Marine Marathon
Posted in Marine Corps Marathon, running

The Marathon that almost wasn’t, with a community that definitely was.

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Robinson — 4 Comments

On the 15th of October, the Marine Corps Marathon released the following: Dear Runners, Since the government shutdown occurred, the Marine Corps Marathon continues its coordination with hopes of a conclusion in time to host the event without impact. Without…

Tagged with: Boston Strong, first marathon, Government shutdown, Marine Corps Marathon, Marine Marathon, running
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Thoughts, 2 weeks before Marine Corps Marathon Weekend

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Robinson — 9 Comments

The weather has been in the high 50’s and raining here this week, so I have pounded out my two runs thus far – on the treadmill. My son joined me for half of Wednesdays run, but my 8 last night…