Day five was a tough one. Not only is the team starting to really feel the grind, but so is Joe's left knee. Today was nothing but brutal, steep, chilly hills. Just when our spirits were at an all-time low for the trip, a ray of sunshine crossed our path. A wonderful bright and bubbly nurse, named Leslie, pulled up behind our van and donated all the money she had on her (literally, dumping out her car's change compartment in our hands). It's people like Nurse Leslie that make this world a better place.
Due to Joe's aching knee, he was forced to walk (and even skip to relieve pain) for most of the day. To make up for the time spent walking, Joe ran straight through lunch and never stopped to rest. Joe ran for 7 hours and 45 minutes continuously, covering 31.6 miles. Needless to say, it was painful to watch. But, once again, it's people like Nurse Leslie that keep us all going!
Joe, you are the man!!! Not going to lie, the video was a little hard to watch but I’m glad you made it. Tomorrow is another day,we are praying for you. YOU CAN DO IT BUDDY!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Joe!
ReplyDeleteMake Leslie push you in a wheelbarrow for a few miles. Save some energy for Valentines Day! We are very proud of all of you!
Laurie & Tommy Loyd
Happy Valentine's Day to You and the Hunger 500 Team!! May Love allow you to persevere this day...and the days to come!! Love ya, Bro!
ReplyDeleteAlso, you have no idea how proud of you I am buddy! Just a reminder (for you AND for me), we have the choice to stop running, yet we ALSO have the choice to KEEP running!! The efforts made in all of this are for those who do not have a choice! I hope this finds you well!
Talk soon!!
Dear Mom,
ReplyDeleteDo you know how freakishly tall Joe is? I don't think he could fit in a wheel borrow and I certainly don't want to push him in this frigid weather. Maybe we can get you a plane ticket so YOU can come push him:)