---Here are some of the new friends I made while enjoying the beautiful day and great race at Slattery's in Fitchburg --- Dayna (457) was the first person I talked to after registering. She talked about the race, the course and the wonderful things that the funds Slattery's has raised have done for local people.

---Bill I met in the pub later. He had a great race and I found out he's only been running for 5 months. I love to hear stories from the new runners and how they were drawn to this crazy world of running.

---I was waiting to order a glass of replenishing liquid, had my camera and noticed Gina. Hey--you would have done the same. Smiles get me, what can I say.