The Utah Human Race

I have so much to blog about, and haven't had any time. That's been the story of my life this year.

Beth, Audrey and I were up bright and early Thanksgiving morning. Beth ran in her first 5k. Audrey and I took her over to the course to drop her off, and take some pictures. Bruce came later with the kids so they could watch her cross the finish line. It was cold! The day before had been about 60 degrees, but Thanksgiving morning it was in the low 40's. We should have dressed a little more warmly.

There were about 5100 participants, and over $125,000 was raised for Utah Food Bank. The race is held in Draper, and has been going on for at least seven years. I know this because Ray's brother and his family run/walk in it every year.

We took a ton of pictures, and even though it seems as though they must all be here, this is just a small portion of the photos.

Beth walking toward her staging area.

Waiting for the start.

Coming in to the finish line.

I don't know these people, but it was so tender to see this man pushing this woman (friend, wife, relative, daughter?).
I want to know their story.

My friends Barb and Rebecca.

These guys were a kick. They all ran, and some of them were pretty fast. The news cameras couldn't get enough of them.

I looked in the crowd that was ready to take off, and there was my nephew Jonathan. So fun to see him.

Jonathan

Beth (post race) and Audrey

Beth's family here to cheer her on. Bruce, Andrew, Rachel, Beth

Beth and her sister-in-law, Stephanie. They both did the 5k.

Audrey with Rachel and Andrew.

The David Linford family. 7th year running. This year all but his two youngest ran. Jonathan didn't make it in this group picture.The girls left to right: Joanne, Nancy, Sarah, Eden, Marguerite, and Lizzie. And David in the back.

Diane, the amateur photographer.

Audrey, the better photographer, with only a phone camera.

Diane and Audrey. We had so much fun, even though we were so cold.

We got caught up in all the excitement and plan on running this race next year. Even Ray my husband said he'd do it. We'll see about that. Check in next Thanksgiving and see how we do. Better yet, come join us.