Just to let you know that I completed the Twin Cities Marathon in 
Minneapolis, Minnesota on the 7th October, despite the weather being very  unseasonal,
with temperatures being in the mid 80's on race day!
 
The race started at the impressive Metrodome stadium (David Beckham was 
playing there the same week) in downtown Minneapolis at 8am, and even then  it was
warm so I felt a little nervous. I was able to wave to Tracy and the kids  at
the 1 mile mark, and at that point I felt great.
 
I passed half way feeling fine, and on target for my planned time, but, due 
to the intense heat and lack of shade, had to slow down considerably in the 
second half and take on fluids to give me a chance of finishing. 

 
It was a great race, and took in some of the top sights in Minneapolis and 
Saint Paul, crossing the Mississippi at around the 18 mile mark, which I was 
glad to reach. I remember at some point asking one of the spectators (of  which
there were over 300,000 on the course!) how far it was to the river (I  knew
if I could reach there I would finish)... I think he thought I was speaking 
some other language, and I guess was a little surprised to hear an English 
accent. I was never so glad to see the State Capitol building looming in the 
distace at Saint Paul and the finish line, which I managed to cross with my arms 
in the air. (see pics)
 
It was great to finish the Marathon, and at the same time raise some money 
for Oscar.... Thanks to everyone who supported me and gave me
words  of encouragement.
 
WAYNE LAW