Beach to Beacon and trivia

Last weekend in my town there was a world class road race. It was a 10K that starts right near my house, so our road was closed as some 6000 runners prepared, warmed up, then made their start through the balloon festooned arch with crowds cheering and a loudspeaker encouraging them. Today a friend of mine who ran the race was talking about it. She had a starting number that put her far in the back of the pack to start. [Sneaker chips assure accurate race time because the sensors don't signal the timer to start until they actually cross the start line.] When I expressed sympathy she said she actually liked it. Why? Usually she starts closer to the front and is constantly passed by faster runners. This years she was far enough back that she could experience the thrill of passing others.

Food for thought. Comments?

Oh by the way.... today is 8-9-10 a rare pattern indeed. Just interesting to note.