The Excitement is Mounting With Only 8 days to Go

Yesterday I attended an appreciation luncheon at the Houston Food Bank. It was held in honor of us Marathoners who have chosen the Food Bank as part of the "Run for a Reason" campaign. The tour that we were given prior to lunch was quite impressive. I had no idea how neat, clean and efficient an operation The Food Bank ran. The amount of food that is turned over by an amazing volunteer effort is incredible. And the most impressive part is that approximately 97.5% of all monies collected goes right back to the clients. It made me proud to have selected such a worthy cause.

Astronaut Mike McCulley, the Honorary Team Captain, gave a few words of inspiration, as did Team Captain Dr. Charles Katz. We were all presented with great hats that are embroidered with the Food Bank Logo and the statement, "Will Run for Food." Here are some pictures:

Inside the Warehouse

The Houston Food Bank Team

Me and Mike McCulley

This morning's walk was down to 6 miles. Kathy and I left at 6:00am. It was quite cold, but we warmed up in no time. After the walk, Coach Terrie went over her list of do's and don't's for this week before marathon. After the talk a lot of people went over to Jerry and Mary's house for what has become the annual Pre-Marathon Breakfast get-together.

Kathy and I are trying to decide if we are going to start out at 4:00am or 5:00am on Marathon Day. We still have 7 days to make up our minds.