Hannah Berg- The first few days

The alarm went off at 5am. Our adventure was about to begin. Already, we had spent 4 amazing days in Boston. New England Clam Chowder, Fish from the Harbor, Corn Bread, we definitely got a taste of the city. Riding 'the T' was an experience in itself. One not to be forgotten. The boston marathon was on Monday. The weather lightened up just before I got to the starting line. I ran the marathon at a comfortable pace. Crowds of people lined the ways. I was uncertain how an entire marathon without an iPod would turn-out. But I realize now, that music would have hindered the full enjoyment of the marathon. Later that night, with some pomogranet juice and some easy jogging we prepared our bodies for the next phase of our adventurous journey- the trek down the eastern part of the US. We met a group of students at Hopkinton, Wed. morning for the beginning journey. I ran with a girl named Carolyn, 8th grade. It was inspiring to see all the kids that came out to the event! That put everything in perspective for me- This is why I am doing this! I want to inspire children to make healthy lifestyle decisions. Later during my evening run I met a group of highschool track runners who were training for their meet on Friday. It was so cool to talk to them and hear what they love about running. I am so inspired by this trip so far- meeting people on the road. We are all feeling great! I am so blessed to be able to do this and thankful to God. Straight Ahead!