06 May 2010

Continuing the Development

Well, having completed my board work, almost having my degree done... It's time for the next step. It's time to pass the Registry.

So, I'm off at a class to help me pass that! Here's hoping it goes well!
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02 May 2010

Don't want this to end...

Don't want this to end...

Finished! I DID it!

At the end... 39.3 miles!
(And I found an Army 2LT the last 2 miles, so in true Army fashion, we SPRINTED the final tenth of a mile!)

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So Close

One mile remaining... The Washington

One mile remaining... The Washington Memorial is in sight.

National Cathedral

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8 Miles

7.5 miles. Taking my first

7.5 miles. Taking my first break. Get some oranges, bananas, and refills of my water & Gatorade. Must stay hydrated!

Just a little stroll...

We've entered DC now... Walking down Wisconsin Avenue.

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Six Miles - Almost Halfway!

Mile 2

And... We're off!

And... We're off!

Today' Route

As we walk back to the Washington Monument - From MARYLAND - we'll pass the National Cathedral, Fort Reno (highest point in the city - translation: HILLS), Department of State, Embassy Row, Lincoln Memorial... And many other exciting places.
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Made a slight modification to

Made a slight modification to my outfit. I added a "Happy Birthday" sign!

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday, E! Today would have been #43 for you.

You are missed, and loved, still and always.
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Good Morning!

Well, I've been up since around 4...

All checked out of the hotel, and heading back to the Walk site.

Today, 13.1 miles, and we'll finish back at the Washington Monument. It's a slight drizzle right now, but should ease up soon.

Excited!
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01 May 2010

I've enjoyed a great massage,

I've enjoyed a great massage, dinner, and good company! Now, back to the hotel for shower & rest. Tomorrow: The final 13.1 miles!

Apparently, the White House Correspondents

Apparently, the White House Correspondents Association dinner is in my hotel tonight. Think any reporters want to cover a great story??

I'm tired... I hurt... And

I'm tired... I hurt... And I do NOT care... Solid endorphins.

One nice perk... The free

One nice perk... The free massage I just enjoyed!

Just passed 26!

Just passed 26!

25! 1 to Go...

23 Down! 3 to go...

Too cool! Just saw Air

Too cool! Just saw Air Force One! Too many trees for a good pic, but it was close!

21 miles down... 5 to

21 miles down... 5 to go. Starting to pick up a blister, and my arthritis is painful. BUT, no matter... 5 to go!

It's noon... How's your day?

It's noon... How's your day?

9 to go!

This is Casey Kasem, bringing you the Walk Countdown... At #9: "I'm a Breast Man" by The Teardrops...

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Ten-Miler

I'm ready to start my ten-miler now...

Open Invitation (Challenge?): In 364

Open Invitation (Challenge?): In 364 days, who wants to meet me in DC for next year's walk? Can walk with me or be on Crew... Join Me!

My long stride and few

My long stride and few breaks is slowly taking me close to the front. We're spread thinly now. Keeping myself company with cadences! :)

Halfway There!

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Passing Georgetown Hospital... The Mammo

Passing Georgetown Hospital... The Mammo department is out cheering us on! Go Mammo!

Little known fun fact: DC

Little known fun fact: DC is hilly!

Lunch time! 9 miles down...

Lunch time! 9 miles down... 17 to go. Taking a short break... It's a beautiful day!

9 Miles - 1/3 Complete!

Passing the White House...

Passing the White House...

6 Miles!

Union Station!

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Mile 4!

3 miles!

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At the Capitol

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The First Steps...

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This year's DC walk has

This year's DC walk has raised $6.5 million!

Seen so far: Save 2nd

Seen so far: Save 2nd Base; Save the Ta-Ta's; Don't Let Cancer Steal 2nd!; Wonder Women...

Saw Marine 1 go by

Saw Marine 1 go by a bit earlier. Hello, Mr. President! Why don't you come walk with us?

One question: MEN... Where Are

One question: MEN... Where Are You? Men die from BC, too! And even if they didn't, these are our WOMEN! Come on, men... Be MEN! Fight!

Waiting to Begin...

I know I'm supposed to be here. Dropped off by Jefferson Memorial. We're starting by Washington Monument. The energy is already picking up as the sun is rising...

I'm stretching, and set to go. I have a small Camelback and, of course, my PINK water nottle. Hydrate, hydrate.

My emotions are running strong. This city means a lot to me. This weekend... Well, it's E's birthday weekend! I'm trying to keep the tears at bay.

We were dropped off at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Our son was named for him.

It is a beautiful morning... No clouds... It'll be very H-O-T later. No matter. The sunrise is beautiful.

There's no other place I'd rather be...
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On the Bus!

Up & on the bus to the opening ceremonies site. When you're energized like I and all these ladies are... WHO NEES COFFEE?!
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Up & At 'Em

It's shortly after 4 am... the city is still sleeping... but not US!  Time to get busy!