It was chilly in the morning (for San Diego) but I could tell it was going to be a gorgeous day - perfect for running if it didn't get too hot.  Eric and I met up with some friends in the morning and went over the race start.  Since this was Eric's first half marathon, he was nervous and excited so we wanted to get there a little early.

The race itself was really pretty through Rancho Santa Fe, over rolling hills that seemed to go uphill both ways.  It was a tough run but we managed to persevere.  The next day my legs were definitely feeling it. Along the way we met up with a bunch of friends from paddling and the tri club which was really nice.  After the race, we saw them all in the beer garden too - sponsored by Stone Brewery, that was not be missed! At the end of the day, I am not sure he's sold on the idea of another half marathon, but we'll see...

Here is Eric with Ollie, our kitty, showing off his race.

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