Chicago Marathon 2007

My sister-in-laws’ son, Sean ran the Chicago Marathon this year (second time). After the race started, it was later called off when they learned the temperature was going to be 100°. I never did find the statistics of how many were hospitalized; one girl actually died, because she drank water to cool down. I understand that 10,000 people didn't even show up...probably due to weather forecast (?). This was not all sunshine and flowers day. Sean's lucky he was really prepared. (He can run and chew gum at the same time!) Grandma, send him a care package of pens, mints, etc., that includes chewing gum. (He worked in Denver the last two go rounds for U.C., and got into mountain climbing with others.)

Sal said Sean was number 9,485 out of the 45,000 entrants/runners (whatever that means). This was the second time Sean ran this race. (He's 21, and will be 22 in a couple weeks.) Sal said they put a chip in his shoe, to track his progress. Also, they were able to take photos during the run, which is what blows my mind. (Of course those photos are for sale, along with Mats, posters, calendars, mugs, etc.

As a lesson in technology, I'm showing you how to find photos of someone you know that joined the marathon. (I just think this is fascinating!)

Go to the web site on the net: www.marathonfoto.com
Enter the official name of the race Chicago Marathon 2007

Runner's last name: XXX

Bib number: XXX

After you enter that information, you can click on: See my photos


It's amazing to see about ten photos of Sean in action. This is the most organized sales pitch I've ever seen.