Posted on 06/30/08 6:21 AM| by team-admin
The team made it in this morning around 4:00am. Â They were dragging butt - but walking without limps. Â I think this is the least talkative Mary has been at any TA. Â John is absolutely exhausted and after eating and showering was asleep before anyone else got off of their chairs. Â Bobby is sleeping with bags of ice taped onto both of his knees and feet. Â Jason grabbed the wrong size shoe when they took off (the further you go in a race, the bigger your feet get so many racers have more than 1 size of the same shoe) but he does not have blisters. Â All feet look very well - will definitely have to do some maintenance when they get up. Â They said they saw some amazing things, but didn’t elaborate - they’re pretty much spent - so hopefully a large dose of pasta and 2 hours sleep will give them enough to get to the next TA. Â It’s a beautiful sunrise…we are on the southwest side of the Bridger Mountains and as the sun is coming up on the other side, the clouds floating above the mountains are pink to orange - a beautiful Montana morning!
June 30th, 2008 at 7:18 am
sweeet—- thats all!
June 30th, 2008 at 7:39 am
PTL all is relatively well. we wished we could have stayed at the ta to see bobby & all. hope all will be ready for the next ta we hope to see them there;maybe even rachel & kids will also be there. may all be strong & safe til next ta, 7 all tas til finish tue or wed. love dad. go 29!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 30th, 2008 at 7:40 am
You are constantly on our minds! The pictures and posts have been amazing, we can’t wait to hear the stories in person. Thinking of you! K&J
June 30th, 2008 at 8:59 am
Hello Mary and Team 29!! Shannan from Pepper here (and the entire 7th floor) sending you a great big hello. You guys are doing GREAT! Pepper News has been tracking your progress every day and everyone is abuzz with excitement for you. You’ve overcome so many challenges - it is inspiring. Keep up the good, strong racing and we will celebrate with you when you get back.
Hugs & cheers,
Shannan
June 30th, 2008 at 9:12 am
Yay Jason! The end is near! We knew you could do it, and now you’re impressing us with your nav & speed! Full course, hard core, bad ass PQ finisher! Keep it up! ~Sarah
June 30th, 2008 at 9:15 am
Hope breakfast this morning was as good as the last one sounded. sounds like the trekking has been tough but scenic. Glad to hear everyones feet are doing well. So far I haven’t heard of any chafing or at least no naked trekking, guessing that may be due to the possibilty of BEARS. Maybe Jason could trek the next section in those nice Moosejaw underwear from last years Rage. Just kidding, good luck and keep pushing, you’re doing awesome can’t wait to see you (or at least your SPOT dot) cross the finish line
June 30th, 2008 at 9:38 am
It has been very exciting to read all of the updates. I now have my kid’s following the action. I hope everyone is healthy and to continue to kick ass.
June 30th, 2008 at 11:00 am
Dig Deep Mary…you are almost there. Come on, this is what all that training was for. Not much longer now. You can get a pediure when you get home! Still thinking about you a week later; take care, be safe and think positive. ENERGY FOLLOWS THOUGHT!!!!!
There with you in spirit… Gina
Did you get your trophy?
June 30th, 2008 at 11:00 am
I’m teary eyed as I’ve been reading your updates, they are fortunate to have you and the others along and we’re grateful for the updates. Speed and safety to the finish for you all. I’m awestruck by this entire event. Kurt
July 1st, 2008 at 11:17 pm
Way to go Team 29!! …we enjoyed the updates and stories. Wish you all a safe and healthy finish!!!! Take care ;}