What started as a little facebook event announced last week, grew exponentially. Shannon of BadAss Fitness initiated this run expecting 40 - 50 runners. She got 1000 runners plus volunteers. Local businesses donated many wonderful prizes to raffle. When all was said and done, over $12,000 was raised for the Boston Red Cross.
This event had a more serious tone than other races you might attend. There were prayers, hugs, and sharing of stories. But it wasn't sad. It was uplifting. The common theme was being strong for Boston, sending them our thoughts, our donations, and our prayers.
Terrorists take note: Runners are not, and will never be victims.