Robie Creek 2010 "The Toughest Half Marathon in the Northwest"

The Idaho Statesman had a contest for a free entry into the Robie Creek Half Marathon this year and I was selected as one of the winners.  It was a wonderful way to get me motivated and excited about running.  I was already running a lot but had never entered a race.  I ran the Dry Creek Half marathon 2 weeks before as a tune up and finished in 1:50.  Then I ran Robie...in 1:50.  I was very happy with my run and more happy that Michelle finished the race too.  My brother Rich was with her helping keep her motivated. 

When I submitted the essay (on the last day with about 15 minutes to spare), I attached the following picture which may have helped my cause.....

I told Michelle after this year's race that I would run with her in the 2011 race and now the Boston Marathon is the following Monday.  We might have to have a pre or post Race to Robie of our own!!