But she had a nice long swim planned you see.
The last swim this year in the outdoor pool-
Since eventually the weather will get cool!
Saturday morning STEB and RBug hopped a train
Headed to Philly for the RNR race - that's not insane
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| Finally settled on board the train! |
Finding seats together proved to be a challenging task
If you must know it was kind of a pain in the @$$!
Finally two seats together were scored
And they settled in for a nice ride aboard
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| STEB thought she recognized this from a movie... And she was right! |
Made it to Philly's 30th Street Station right on time
Hailed Uber to the hotel - a shared ride? That's just fine!
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| Uber selfie! Sort of... |
Checked their bags and headed out for a bite
Sonny's for cheesesteaks, outta sight!
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| When in Philly... Cheesesteaks? Check! |
Next up? Packet pickup of course
Bibs, t-shirts, and some fun shopping - no remorse!
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| Packet pickup is the most fun! |
Got a laugh out of the fitting rooms there
Gives a new meaning to porta potties, users beware!
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| These were a bit fresher than what you find on race day! |
Finally it was time to get their room, on the 8th floor
Feet up for a bit then headed out the door
Uber again for a ride to the park
Citizens Bank Park and not on a lark
They were there to cheer on the Phillies team
Beers and dogs were consumed it seems
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| RBug spotted the tribute to Jackie Robinson! The deck behind home plate gives a nice view of Lincoln Financial Field and Wells Fargo Center! |
Left the game after the 7th inning stretch
Another Uber ride they would soon fetch
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| Xoxo with a random stranger! |
STEB had a little fun with the Xoxo sculpture
Their first day in Philly passed in a blur!
Sunday morning STUR was in a lot of luck -
JRab drove her into DC in his truck!
You see Metro was not open early enough -
Getting to the Navy-Air Force Half Marathon would have been tough!
She donned her ears and hung out by the monument -
She would finish the race - this Rabbit was confident!
Very very easy to slip into her corral -
A rousing National Anthem rendition boosted her morale!
She must admit she felt amazing up until the halfway point -
Then it got hot and sunny up in that joint!
She slowed down A LOT to no surprise -
Started off too fast she did surmise.
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| NAF Half - check! |
After collecting her medal, she was approached by a dude
Who said, "Thanks for wearing those ears!" - it's true!
He said they kept him going when he wanted to quit -
I told him about Team Rabbit - it's legit!!!
All in all STUR was glad to have the motivation.
Compared to running on her own - so much fun!!
Sunday in Philly dawned dark and early-
But it was race day so STEB and RBug weren't surly!!
A quick trip to DD for a couple of bagels-
After coffee and bananas they were off to their corral!
Just an easy mile and a half walk...
A nice warm up to the race they thought.
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| STEB and RBug are ready to rock! |
Bag drop and porta-potty check
Jump in the corral, they were all set!
It wasn't too long before it was their turn to go
The announcer gal was fun and friendly don't you know?
Initial plan was to walk the water stops
But around the halfway point they added more walks
It was a pretty hot and humid day
But the scenery was nice along the way!
STEB thought one of the coolest things of all
Was the Eastern State Penitentiary wall!
It looked like a run down castle from the street
Turns out it's open for tours 365, how neat!
STEB plans to get back to check it, out
She'll be sure to report about it, without a doubt!
The race had a couple of bands that really stood out from the others
Like the Eagles drum line and the one with the three bagpipers!!
While running along the river between miles 5-8
Thought they saw a sculpture across the way
Got to the other side, and to their surprise
It was a giant blow up rocking runner, my oh my!
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| Surprise! Not the 'sculpture' they were expecting! |
One DJ liked STEB's ears and took a picture
Of her and RBug - thanks so much, mister!
Before you know it the race was nearly down to the last mile
When there was one tenth left they reminded you to smile!
They crossed the finish line and picked up their bling
And like most races a few other things!
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| Nice race themed medals! |
STEB snagged two bottles from the chocolate milk stand
That chocolate milk really hit the spot, man!
Picked up the gear bag and trudged back to the hotel
A great 16 mile training day in the end, it went well!
They had to say goodbye to Philly for now
Thanks for the hospitality, and till next time - ciao!
Meanwhile, RBud was doing her own half race
But hers was the 70.3 Atlantic City for goodness' sake!
She might have had a nutrition fail but she was still pleased
All in all a successful day of rabbit racing it seems!
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