My Mardi Gras Marathon Race Report

Good morning fellow Louisianians.   I intended to post this earlier this week but forgot.  It details my experience and emotions running the marathon.

http://www.team464.com/mardigrasmarathon2008/racereport.html

I hope you guys enjoy reading this as much as I enjoyed writing (and living) it.

Chad

Great going!!!  Do you have any problems in the energy department??  J

Chad, I really enjoyed the first-hand report. I've been in journalism for a couple of decades and was wondering if you write for a living or as a part of your work -- it was a great piece of reporting! You have once again inspired me and my husband. I called him over when I was reading the account so he could see your before and after pictures. He's a big (loveable) guy and I do think that weight loss surgery is in his future so your story is always an opportunity for him to see what great results a real "he-man" like yourself has seen. You accomplished so much more than just running a marathon. Hat's off to you! Frances

Frances, how are you today?? Better I hope. Let us all know. You do write well. Jan

Good morning, Jan, I'm struggling with pain today, but I'm gonna try "business as usual" and see what happens. I'm going to work and make a stop by the hospital for an angel visit with Nadia who's surgery starts "right now." After a long month of tests, pain and BR doctors, I'm trying to get an appointment with a Houston surgeon. My wls doctor is doing everything he can to help me and I'm really blessed to have him on my side. I appreciate the concern and prayers. Would love a fairly normal week. Frances

I hope you feel better Frances and that you are Blessed with a normal week! 

'Mo normal' is my goal and with supporters and prayer warriors like you, I'm thinking I have a great shot at it. Thanks, Frances

Awesome Chad.  You are  a wls inspiration!   Congrats on your accomplishments!!!! Happy dancing for you!