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Boston Marathon

On April 15, 2013 there was a bombing at the Boston Marathon. The news reports covered all the commotion and horror of the bombing, but it didn't cover the true feelings and meaning behind the Boston Marathon. From what I already know the Boston Marathon is an important event held every year. In order for a runner to participate in the Boston Marathon they must complete a qualifying time. However, there are a lot of "Bandits" who run the marathon just for fun with out qualifying. As for the citizens of Boston, they all take a day off of work in celebration of the run. Most people go out to the course an cheer on those who are running. It's such an uplifting ceremony that brings everyone together for a feel good celebration.

In the book Run For Life by Roy Wallak talks about his experience running the Boston Marathon. He had just gotten over a painful knee injury and training wasnt going very well. Since he was off his program due to an injury he was short on time to prepare. After getting a few tips from his doctor he ran the marathon applying them to his run. He was on a smooth ride until he stopped applying the tips his doctor suggested. He knee gave out and he fell to the floor. Luckily he was able to continue do to the encourage meant of the people in the crowd. One guy even gave him a beer to help him get through the last 5 miles.

That just goes to show how great people are at the Boston Marathon. It's actually quite amazing how wonderful and nice the Boston Marathon is. It's sad how something so awful can happen to a place with such good people and good intentions.