It was a perfect day for running, not too hot but the sun came out and there was a cool breeze. The drive to Peter's River took us along the Irish Loop, passing through many typically lovely Newfoundland communities.
St. Mary's provided some beautiful views of the countryside and the ocean. Great views to take in while running.
Norman enjoyed the view, too!
The sky continued to clear as we got closer to our destination. Holyrood Pond is situated between Peter's River and St. Vincent's which is the cluster of houses sprinkled on the distant shore.
Once I turned my back to Holyrood Pond, the surf of the ocean filled my view.
Brenda and the girls made great time on marathon nine. The final kms took them downhill, heading into the "home" stretch!
Some supporters had tagged the route for us along the way! Only a few more kilometres to go!!
As the girls rounded the bend and started down the hill, Peter's River and its beach appeared just ahead.
Close, close, close!
The girls held hands and sprinted to the finish line strung up by family members in Peter's River!
Brenda's sister Regina had gone to great lengths to get the word out about Brenda's run, including radio coverage and local news acknowledgement. Regina had contacted the Terry Fox Foundation and presented the runners with certificates, t-shirts, and ribbons on behalf of the Foundation in recognition of their cross-country marathons. A huge thanks to sister Regina for all her support!
The gang was all there at the end to cheer, honk horns, and congratulate.
One more for the Pioneer. The marathons may be over but our trip is not; we still have to travel across Newfoundland and then return across the prairies by train! I'll keep posting our adventure, but the girls will be hanging up the runners...at least for now. Thank you to all those who followed the runs, contributed to the cause, and encouraged us along the way!
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