To the Members of PCRG

Sunday (Gold Coast 2006) was an amazing day. 

Liz and I became Marathoners. 

Months of preparation went into that day. 

And yes it was all worth it. 

Something which happened in the last 100m made the day truly great. 

As we rounded the last bend, as he has on all of our training runs, Steve Farne Sang gave us a wave. He was stationed as a lookout, hours after he had run his race for the day, and on seeing us approach ran ahead to alert the group. 

As we ran down the incline to the finish we were greeted by wild cheering and clapping and the yelling of congratulations from members of PCRG, most of whom had finished many hours earlier, and their family and friends, who had stayed around to cheer us home. 

We were surprised, delighted (as you can see by Liz's face in the photos) overawed and humbled by that act.  

In fact I was a little emotional as well. 

That moment, more than the crossing of the finish line, is something we will treasure. That sort of spirit is beyond my meagre ability with words. But it's what makes us love being part of this Group of runners. 

So to those of you who made a wonderful occasion that much more memorable by your selfless act of support we say, from the heart; 

Thank You. 

We are proud and humble to call you our friends. 

 

Dan and Liz

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