The Race That Was Organized To Honor My Brother

Some of my family and I arrived in New Jersey to attend a race that was organized to promote runners/walkers/people who need a reason to get outside and move... The Heart and Sole 5K - The Peter Boyden Memorial Run and Fundraiser.We came from Vermont, New Jersey and Florida to spend the morning at a race set up in his honor, supporting the idea of what Peter was all about... his love of running, his ability to encourage others, his kindness, and caring...Peter always quoted Confucius saying, "It does not matter how slowly you go, so long as you do not stop."It was a great day.How much better does it get, being with family, the little ones around- Max, Sarah, Emma,and the great role modeling of the runners & walkers: Jessica, Kyler, Dan, Char, Melissa, and Randy and bringing Peter into the picture, talking with his friends. I was part of the group that included Barb, Seth and Al, we walked, played, and talked with the little ones. We clapped and yelled cheers to the runners/walkers too!And when it was over we went home, and basked in the afterglow. For me, it was wonderful.I love my family. I love how we, how others honored my brother. I've made some good friends because of Pete.So family, what were the highs and lows, what did you learn about yourself, what did you learn about the group:the high was coming together for us, for Pete, the low was leaving.I learned I could leave 80 degree weather and be in 47 degree weather with no problem, but I did need a hat. I also believe I will run/walk in the race next year. And about the group, we are a great group, but I knew that already, it is just nice to experience it again. I feel pretty far away and miss them.
http://www.heartsandsoles5k.org/