We met at Brummit to leave our cars- Kearney kindly taking Mr. Stiles front spot :)- and headed back to where we ended yesterday. This run today was going to be a test of our recovery- 12 hours to recover only this leg. We waited in my car for the sun- ok well the overcast sky we know as winter-to brighten up.
As we trudged up the hill more stories from Milligan about his growing up and living in Miller filled our time. Somewhere in there I heard a bet made and lost regarding a sandwich.... I'm sure Kearney won't let that one get by him. As we drew closer to the mill and steal areas you could certainly smell and and almost taste the metallic byproducts in the air. Seeing the big trucks coming and going from the mills we always waved. I started to notice that I was getting a 'louder' reaction out of some of the drivers than the boys... made me laugh a little. Either way...you can't take the kid our of any one of us.... Be it the trains on the south shore, the semis and trucks, or cars passing by....those horns were encouragement for each of us as we pushed through today.
Somewhere in there...I don't remember where... we sang HAPPY BIRTHDAY to MILLIGAN!!!! I will also be kind and not report this young man's age...but he's got the energy of a man in his 20's!
We stopped in for a short break at the Brown Bag before heading up Oak Hill and over to Howe and Beam. Beautiful sites and the beginnings of winter emerging out of the wooded wet lands. I stopped to take picture along the way.
Once getting into Porter we made the decision to run down Broadway in Chesterton instead of Porter. We wanted to be a little more visible to the community as we passed through our only day of running in town. Handsomely rewarded with loads of people honking and waving and lots of thumbs up. We greatly appreciate your support of this endeavor and the encouragement along the way. Helps to push us through when we are feeling the mileage. So THANK YOU!
As we crossed 49-carefully of course- we could see continued interest in our efforts. This did not stop even when we reached our destination of Brummit. Mr. Stiles' 4th grade class was waiting for us cheering and clapping as we stepped onto the pavement at the school. We of course ran to them and dished out high fives and smiles. To these kids we are doing something incredible. For us it was a great end to our run today.
Before heading back Kearney and I took a few minutes to stop in and say hello to the staff. Thanks for you support!
*Today's shout our for our sponsors goes to Extra Mile Fitness! Thank Heather and Todd! You always have an easy going approachable atmosphere in your store with a plethora of knowledge. Thanks for keeping us fueled and on the road! (PS.... this is the best place to pick up 2Toms as it's always in stock) *
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