This morning I was up and at 'em early as I was cheering runners running the annual Carmel Marathon and Half Marathon. It was chilly. Ok....it was cold. Still I was out there with cowbells making some noise for the runners.
The first group were the half marathon leaders. These were a serious bunch of guys. They looked grim and cold. I know, they're supposed to be serious. Still, they looked tense.
Soon they were followed by the faster casual runners. These folks could crack a smile at least. Some even appreciated my never ending cowbell ringing. One woman even told me she had the very bells I was ringing.
The marathon folks came upon, and again the Serious Sams were running with focus. Yeah...I know, they want to win.
What I always appreciate is what I call the Sea of Humanity. This is that part of the race where the masses now go by you. They are the ones who smile, give a thumbs up or high five. I was high fived a couple times come to think of it. These are the folks who sometimes are seen in costume.
No costumes today. Personally I would have worn tights and something a bit warmer. I saw lots of sleeveless shirts and short shorts, and very cold looking bodies. No wonder they were serious - they wanted out of the cold.
Today was not a day I was wishing I was out there running - a bit too brisk for me. Still it was a good day, and as always, was glad to cheer on my fellow runners.
Comment of the day.... I asked a woman I was standing near if she would run a marathon. She said, "Are you kidding people DIE doing this!"
Charlie
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