This is the post where the photos will do most of the talking. Sadly, on many of them I had pushed a b
utton on my camera one too many times and I ended up with a bunch of artsy over exposed shots. Missed perfection again, happens every day.
utton on my camera one too many times and I ended up with a bunch of artsy over exposed shots. Missed perfection again, happens every day.
Our team of 4 set out for the race just like every other year. The usual get up early, get this over. But things changed quickly as Pam marched with the other survivors in the
rear of the pack near, but in front of the newbies. To Pam's surprise she spotted a group of loud shirts proclaiming "Pam's Posse." Even I, blogmaster, was out of the loop on this one. And the surprise was priceless. Some tears flowed and a hugging festival ensued and 
all was well. 20,000 or so walked, surrounding the few hundred survivors. The posse numbered around 30.
rear of the pack near, but in front of the newbies. To Pam's surprise she spotted a group of loud shirts proclaiming "Pam's Posse." Even I, blogmaster, was out of the loop on this one. And the surprise was priceless. Some tears flowed and a hugging festival ensued and 
all was well. 20,000 or so walked, surrounding the few hundred survivors. The posse numbered around 30.
Shortly into the 5K, an older lady took a spill due to a pothole. Our Erin 
saw it all as she was directly behind her. Pam heard the thud of her head on the pavement. My first reaction when someone goes down is to yell "STEPHANIE" (Elder...that's who I yelled for when the ladies leg exploded next to me during the St. Jude Run 07 and it worked fantastically). But she was out of sight. Instead, "NURSE" worked just fine, getting Sheri Bryne and Lisa Benson out of the posse double-time. While I called 911 they got her vitals and worked on the bleeding. Susan gathered the posse together and they prayed.
saw it all as she was directly behind her. Pam heard the thud of her head on the pavement. My first reaction when someone goes down is to yell "STEPHANIE" (Elder...that's who I yelled for when the ladies leg exploded next to me during the St. Jude Run 07 and it worked fantastically). But she was out of sight. Instead, "NURSE" worked just fine, getting Sheri Bryne and Lisa Benson out of the posse double-time. While I called 911 they got her vitals and worked on the bleeding. Susan gathered the posse together and they prayed. ****UPDATE 5/10/09****A SMALL PART OF THIS MOMENT REGARDING THE FALL OF FANNY MCCOY WAS NOTED IN THE PEORIA JOURNAL STAR. http://www.pjstar.com/raceforthecure/x114619092/Magical-emotions-at-Race-for-the-Cure
When it was all said and done, Pam's Posse ended up being near the end of the 20,000. A not-so-brief b
athroom stop and our team was solidly bringing up the rear. A memory to add to the memories.We crossed the finish line with cheers from our group. 1 hour and 41 minutes to go three miles. That has to be a record of some sort.
Pam rounded out the morning by visiting with Dr. Mammolito, again. She also had a little chat with ace Peoria Journal Star investigative reporter, Terry Bibo.
This was a good morning. Thanks to all.
3 comments:
Thanks for sharing a great story! Our race is in October. Happy Mother's Day Pam! Love, Lorri
Ahhh, you are truly loved, Pam! Praise the Lord for surrounding you with such support and love.
I knew about your surprise. It was hard not to say anything when I saw you a few weeks ago.
KEEP BELIEVING
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