Jim Leary, pictured with me and an old running friend, Jessica, told me on the phone that Molly Kay’s Pub was a little hard to find. He also said it would be more than worth the effort. He was right on both counts. Actually, finding the pub wasn’t all that hard, but the atmosphere made […]
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There were many people involved in law enforcement at the Mickey Ward Run this year. There was however a “stand out” group that ran. The Lowell Police Academy cadets and their supervisors/trainers came to the road race on November 7th. I know they go to other races during the year, but, with the funds from […]
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—When I was in high school long distance running was not exactly the coolest thing. I am 55 now and I love how the world of running has been embraced by the younger generation. To be straight up I’m proud of them all. —When I first arrived at the Mickey Ward Run in Lowell I […]
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I don’t consider myself a bad runner, however, all but 2 of the people in these pictures crossed the finish line before me. —I met Shawn and Kevin as we were getting ready for the start of the race. I promised to buy carbs when we were done and as you can see I made […]
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The stories and pictures from the 1st Annual Toasted Owl Gives A Hoot 5K are done. Check out all the entries I think you’ll enjoy them.
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There are 14 entries after this one. Although that may sound like a lot of reading, they are almost all either just photos or photos with short comments. So, after the next entry which explains a little about how the Toasted Owl Gives A Hoot 5k came to be, Keep looking until you see us […]
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Although none of the 4 of us had ever worked together, we came together as a strong army to help raise money for the Cutchins Programs for Children & Families in the Northampton/Springfield area. Fred Ghor, owner of Fitzwilly’s and the Toasted Owl ( 2 of Northampton’s best restaurants– check their website www.toastedowl.com ) asked […]
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Fred told us he had a special costume he was going to wear. He came dress as—–me!!!!! With steel wool held in place with a head band, a www.runningwithaltardy.com shirt, and a CUTE pair of running shorts he made it confusing for people trying to find me because they couldn’t tell the difference. I told […]
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Kara (#126) with Nick. These are great friends and Kara has an amazing story you will probably be hearing about on this site in the future. Jill (big smile leading the walkers) manages Brio Academy Of Cosmetology. She not only showed support by walking, but, adonated gift certificates to help with the raffle. Suzanne (#136) […]
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Melissa, Michelle and I compared hair ideas. Gino, Brett, me, and Aaron discussed their flight plans for the race. Evidently Aaron was so fast I missed him as he flew by me.
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