Survivor

Just a quick note to let the world know that I survived the cold rain and finished the Tokyo Marathon only two minutes over my target time: 3:37 vs. 3:35. Actually, once you're running, the rain is not really a factor. At the beginning (lining up) and the end is when it's a drag. It took me about an hour to stop shivering after the race. I'm so glad I took part. What a great experience. Thanks to all the thousands for supporters who lined the course and cheered us on and a special thank you to Minako for coming out to cheer me on despite the weather. More to come.