Hi & congratulations on a great job Sunday (I know that
race day is the end of the road - most of the work was during the
months before). I thought everything went really well, very
organized and I'm pleased you got us some nice sunny weather!
Much better than some of those training runs, especially that one with
the icy roads!!! I had a slow run compared to last year, but
enjoyed it, and as you can see if you look at the photos, the two neon
yellow jackets pretty much ran it together, which was fun. I
thought Dr. Eanelli made some very eloquent remarks, and the fact
that the race got a record number of participants (from far away!), is
significant - you're not just a little local race anymore. Anyway, I'm
not such a good photographer, but I did get a few photos which I am
sending (maybe in a couple of e-mails). Maybe you can use them on
the race website, or our club websites. Hopefully there are other
pictures coming too. Have a
great day & thanks for a great race. Carolyn Negrycz
Myriam,
Congratulations to you and Kathleen, you do an outstanding job
putting the race together. This race means alot to me and that is
why I always show up regardless of how I feel (physically).
When you asked me to say something, I always feel like I
will choke with a nut in my throat and get teary eyed. This race
really means to me "to Celebrate another year being alive." As far as I
am concerned I am living bonus time, so I make the best of it, living
my life to the fullest with no regrets. Lily Kroner
What a great day. You did a wonderful job--an amazingly
well organized and supported race, and for such a good cause. We
all had a wonderful time and I think we'll be able to spread the
word and get even more people next time. I felt so glad to be part
of it--even if I didn't run my best race (it's a tough course!!).
I ran almost the whole race with Margie, a woman from
Chester, who ran my pace, and we chatted and helped push each
other along--it's so great to find that kind of support on a
course (plus she'd run it a few times and could warn me about the
hills coming up!!). You should be so proud of what you have
accomplished by putting on a race like this.....I also know how
much work it is.... Bette Clark
This half was another great outing. The volunteers were good and
enthusiastic even at my pace
The turnout was fantastic and it is hard to believe all that
show up on a early March day. Bill Grennille
I want to commend you and all the other volunteers for an
excellent job done. Without all those volunteers, none of what
happened yesterday could take place. Thank You. Next year
I'm going to try and get my husband involved by having him
volunteer. (Ha, at east that's my goal). Lee DeBerry
Thank You for organizing a wonderful race. I'm so glad I
participated, even though I'm a bit sore today. There is
nothing like a day in the Mountains taking in the beauty of nature to
clear your head and help get focused. Congratulations on what you
have given back to others - Well Done! Thanks again for
encouraging me to participate:) Melissa McCarey
Myriam/Kathleen,
I wanted to let the both of you know what a tremendous job you did with the race this year. All the planning, the practice runs and race day activities, I don't know how you do it. It's one of the best run races in the area and the most enjoyable. I'm sure the race was a huge success. Thanks. Jim Clancy
Thanks for the opportunity to volunteer at the race today. Great
race as usual, congrats! (I look forward to running it again next year.)
Bill Braine
I really enjoyed myself today. I thank you and everyone for all your hard work making this race possible. My Dad has liver cancer, so I did this race for him and all who are sick. God bless you and take care. Bob Harjes
Wow, I do have a different perspective after being there and walking the whole 13 miles. I had done the NJ Shore marathon for croc a few years ago and that was a challenge but nothing like this! For one thing, the distance and then the rolling hills. What a pretty walk though, especially near the lake with the water fall. It was good to be mixed among the runners and getting encouragement from them saying " good job number 6!" I often wondered how runners do what they do, and still don't get it but I think I understand a little more about the constant mind game that is involved. I doubt that I will ever fully understand just what a runner does and how they keep it together. Running and walking are two very different things. I started to think about compromising my 13 mile goal about the 8th mile. I got thinking if I can just make it to 10. Then that horrible loop where you switch back and face other runners. Agh!!!!!!!!!!! It was no sense turning around cause it wouldn't have been any shorter. It was a great day and a wonderful experience. It felt good knowing I got through with lots of encouragement and good vibes. Thanks for another successful and wonderful event. Hugs, Mary Andreozzi (previous water stop volunteer and first time walker!)
wow, this race is comparable.. maybe even MORE organized than a nyrr race!! kudos!! Tamar
Dear Kathleen & Myriam,
You guys have outdone yourselves once again. It just seems that year after year this race gets better and better. The organization and work that went into this is a huge undertaking. You both do it selflessly. From the minute you start contacting generous sponsors to early mornings getting water/gatorade on the course for the training runs to all the buying of those great shirts, water, supplies, great food and so much more. This community and CROC is lucky to have you. One more thing I would like to add. When the survivors come up and speak to me, they aren't the only ones who get choked up. - Dennis T.
You and Kathleen keep getting better each year. Always new ideas and a terrific Web site. Richard Robillard
I love to run. I love to run for a cause. CROC is a great cause and Celebrate Life is a challenging half-marathon which make you think of the challenge that people afflicted with cancer must face. That makes the hills seem......well, easier? The volunteers were great and porta-potties on the course! What more could you ask for? A fantastic goodie bag, long sleeve tech shirt, post race buffet, warm comfortable place for award ceremony, friendly race directors....the list goes on. You could tell a lot of work went into the race. If you run fast enough and don't whine about the hills you might just win a bottle of wine along with your medal. Thank you for the race. I hope to be back next year and "beat the hills." I thought it was really neat to receive the e-mail after pre-registration. The welcome and all the information. Just like the "big marathons." Harland Bigelow
Hi Myriam,
Thank you again for the hat! The color was a great choice. Thanks again for another great run! I already can't wait for next year!
I wanted to let the both of you know what a tremendous job you did with the race this year. All the planning, the practice runs and race day activities, I don't know how you do it. It's one of the best run races in the area and the most enjoyable. I'm sure the race was a huge success. Thanks. Jim Clancy
Bill Braine
I really enjoyed myself today. I thank you and everyone for all your hard work making this race possible. My Dad has liver cancer, so I did this race for him and all who are sick. God bless you and take care. Bob Harjes
Wow, I do have a different perspective after being there and walking the whole 13 miles. I had done the NJ Shore marathon for croc a few years ago and that was a challenge but nothing like this! For one thing, the distance and then the rolling hills. What a pretty walk though, especially near the lake with the water fall. It was good to be mixed among the runners and getting encouragement from them saying " good job number 6!" I often wondered how runners do what they do, and still don't get it but I think I understand a little more about the constant mind game that is involved. I doubt that I will ever fully understand just what a runner does and how they keep it together. Running and walking are two very different things. I started to think about compromising my 13 mile goal about the 8th mile. I got thinking if I can just make it to 10. Then that horrible loop where you switch back and face other runners. Agh!!!!!!!!!!! It was no sense turning around cause it wouldn't have been any shorter. It was a great day and a wonderful experience. It felt good knowing I got through with lots of encouragement and good vibes. Thanks for another successful and wonderful event. Hugs, Mary Andreozzi (previous water stop volunteer and first time walker!)
wow, this race is comparable.. maybe even MORE organized than a nyrr race!! kudos!! Tamar
Dear Kathleen & Myriam,
You guys have outdone yourselves once again. It just seems that year after year this race gets better and better. The organization and work that went into this is a huge undertaking. You both do it selflessly. From the minute you start contacting generous sponsors to early mornings getting water/gatorade on the course for the training runs to all the buying of those great shirts, water, supplies, great food and so much more. This community and CROC is lucky to have you. One more thing I would like to add. When the survivors come up and speak to me, they aren't the only ones who get choked up. - Dennis T.
You and Kathleen keep getting better each year. Always new ideas and a terrific Web site. Richard Robillard
I love to run. I love to run for a cause. CROC is a great cause and Celebrate Life is a challenging half-marathon which make you think of the challenge that people afflicted with cancer must face. That makes the hills seem......well, easier? The volunteers were great and porta-potties on the course! What more could you ask for? A fantastic goodie bag, long sleeve tech shirt, post race buffet, warm comfortable place for award ceremony, friendly race directors....the list goes on. You could tell a lot of work went into the race. If you run fast enough and don't whine about the hills you might just win a bottle of wine along with your medal. Thank you for the race. I hope to be back next year and "beat the hills." I thought it was really neat to receive the e-mail after pre-registration. The welcome and all the information. Just like the "big marathons." Harland Bigelow
Hi Myriam,
Thank you again for the hat! The color was a great choice. Thanks again for another great run! I already can't wait for next year!
Heather Caswell
Hi Myriam had and great time you and Kathleen put on a very nice run ! the people on the course who helped all of us along are great also, with out them standing in the wind cold air helping water gatorade etc would not be much fun.you take care and thanks for a nice Sun AM run up in RockHill. Doug Bartocci Middletown NY.
Myriam and Kathleen,
Thank you for a wonderful day! As a walker and a first time ½ marathoner, I greatly appreciated the encouragement from the runners and the early start for the walkers. Having this event as a goal helped me to stay motivated this winter. I ran for my mother who died of ovarian cancer and for my friend whose birthday was on Sunday. Keep up the great work! Ellen Todd
Hi, I ran the Celebrate Life half marathon last week. I just wanted to thank-you for having such a nice event. It was well run and I had a great time. Bill Winterbottom
I LOVE this race - no matter the weather! (even though it would have been nice to run it about 20 degrees warmer and no wind).
Benita
Hi..today my beautiful walker medal came in the mail, how very nice to send it to me. The Celebration of Life is such a special day. John and so many others who are cancer survivors make us all so proud and grateful for our lives each and every day. Many, many thanks for to the both of you for all you do and thanks to all the others.
Regards, Ann Singer
Hi Myriam,
Good race, good people, good food, for a Great cause. Sorry for the loss of one of your local runners. Keep up the great work. See you next year.
Dale Dickey
Hi Myriam had and great time you and Kathleen put on a very nice run ! the people on the course who helped all of us along are great also, with out them standing in the wind cold air helping water gatorade etc would not be much fun.you take care and thanks for a nice Sun AM run up in RockHill. Doug Bartocci Middletown NY.
Myriam and Kathleen,
Thank you for a wonderful day! As a walker and a first time ½ marathoner, I greatly appreciated the encouragement from the runners and the early start for the walkers. Having this event as a goal helped me to stay motivated this winter. I ran for my mother who died of ovarian cancer and for my friend whose birthday was on Sunday. Keep up the great work! Ellen Todd
Hi, I ran the Celebrate Life half marathon last week. I just wanted to thank-you for having such a nice event. It was well run and I had a great time. Bill Winterbottom
I LOVE this race - no matter the weather! (even though it would have been nice to run it about 20 degrees warmer and no wind).
Benita
Hi..today my beautiful walker medal came in the mail, how very nice to send it to me. The Celebration of Life is such a special day. John and so many others who are cancer survivors make us all so proud and grateful for our lives each and every day. Many, many thanks for to the both of you for all you do and thanks to all the others.
Regards, Ann Singer
Hi Myriam,
Good race, good people, good food, for a Great cause. Sorry for the loss of one of your local runners. Keep up the great work. See you next year.
Dale Dickey
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