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The Return - Day 8
By Scott | October 27, 2007
Day 8 is in the books. Today was yet another ideal day for running and I enjoyed every minute of it. I began the day at the junction of Highway 92 and David City and ran east to Wahoo, where I am staying the night.
I was happy to be joined for a little while by Andy and his wife Denise this morning. Denise got to see a little of the Nebraska harvest and Andy ran with me for about five miles. We had lunch in the little town of Weston, about 6 miles west of Wahoo. I made it just in time to see the not so mighty Huskers doing their best to tame Texas, at Texas. They must have a had a little magic as they went out to a 17-3 lead before falling 28-25. I never thought I would see the day when I would be thrilled to see Nebraska lose close, but a loss like this on the road, is so much better than some of the big losses they’ve experienced lately.
I am preparing for two more days on the road. Tomorrow, I will tally about 25 miles to Elkhorn before I wind up the trip with a relatively short 16-17 mile run to the Missouri River on Monday.
I am looking forward to finishing what I started and will see you tomorrow, hopefully with some photographs.
Thanks,
Scott
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October 27th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
Scott,
We never had a moments doubt that these final days would come. The “high” must be incredible.
What a thrill!!!!
Keep on keepin’ on!
Ron and Candy
October 28th, 2007 at 3:19 am
Hey… You are almost there. Wahoo…. I have a story about that.
You should be starting to BEAM with pride at your accomplishment since the end is almost near. You should also be full of thanks for the great weather you have been blessed with. Finally, keep in mind that this END is only a beginning of the larger, longer, wider dream of crossing the COUNTRY! So….this is the Beginning…..shou? want to think about crossing Lebanon???? ha ha ha….we will support you!
I can’t wait to tell you Mabrouk.
Keep on running….
October 28th, 2007 at 8:54 am
Hi Scott,
I have to tell you that I can’t wait to get your e-mail and hear about your progress each day. It has been so exciting to hear the joy in your voice as you are fulfilling your dream. I am also very glad to keep hearing that the weather has been so good for your run and also that you are feeling so good. We are praying for you and anxious to hear that you made it sometime tomorrow. Please be safe and take care of yourself.
Love, Jackie and Sharon
October 28th, 2007 at 10:12 am
Scott,
Good to see that things are going well. Sounds like the last few days have ben perfect. I’m sorry my Longhorns had to go an spoil what could have been a perfect day. (I had a feeling the Huskers would come out ready to play.)
It’s inpiring that you got back out on the roads and are going to finish this thing. See you soon.
–Dan
October 28th, 2007 at 10:44 am
Scott–
Just home from church and, of course, came to check the “mail”. Was totally surprised there was a Day 8 of the “Return” in my mail; very pleasant surprise as I wasn’t sure you had access to a computer last night. Awesome! Along with everyone else, we look forward to hearing about your progress each day. With two days to go you are definitely on the home stretch. How we would love to be there to welcome you as you complete the vision “of the moment” you’ve had your heart set on. Our prayers for continued safety and physical strength.
Love you,
Mom and Dad
October 28th, 2007 at 8:12 pm
Go Scooter Go!!! Almost there:) I am so proud of you!! xo Mel