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The Return - Day 9
By Scott | October 28, 2007
Finally! Day 9 is in the books. It was another beautiful day. I decided early on today to just take care of myself and enjoy the day. It hit me sometime around noon, that I would be done tomorrow. It really hit me when I began seeing signs for Omaha, West Dodge and South Omaha and it reeeaaaallllyyyyy hit me when I stopped for the day at 192nd street and could see the flags of the West Dodge car dealerships.
I went from Wahoo, past Mead, Yutan, the Platte River, Venice, the Elkhorn River, and finally Elkhorn before calling it a day today. In the spirit of taking it easy and enjoying the day, I decided to take pictures of almost every piece of trash I encountered in a half mile stretch of road. The rule was that I could not leave the roadway and the trash had to be in plain site. Remember, the photos are ALMOST every piece and most were no further than two or three feet from the road. There were plenty of pieces I missed. It really is sad to think that people cannot contain their trash long enough for it to find a trash bin. I can’t help but notice the parallel between the many cigarette packs I saw and the total lack of respect a smoker has for their body. I could get on a soap box, but I need to remember no one is perfect, least of all me, but if you are one of those who finds it necessary to use the roadside as your own personal trash can, please think before you toss the next piece of trash, whatever it is.
I did not let the trash dampen my enthusiasm as the day was like all the others. A highlight of the day was a surprise visit by Kristi of Girls and Boys Town. She was in Omaha and on her way home, and decided to play a game of where’s Scott. She found me and I was thrilled as usual to see a friendly face. Kristi has been one the single biggest supporters of this run and has never been at a loss for encouragement. She is only one example of the many great people that keep GBT running. I simply cannot get over how fortunate I’ve been to finish this run under such excellent conditions. Tomorrow will be no different. The only difference is that I will sleep in my own bed. Yesss, I am excited about that!
The trick tomorrow will be to continue to take it easy and not try to just get it all done in one shot. I am a little sore, but in different areas than before and I’ll get to the river whether I run, walk, crawl, or slither.
I was picked up today by a person who would rather not be named…. (you know who it is) and was the proud recipient of BBQ at Famous Dave’s. I am now writing this to you on my last eye. I think I have an eyelash keeping it propped open.
Tomorrow will start at 9:30 and I’ll again take my time getting to the river, running and walking as I please. Anyone want to give a wannabe vagabond a ride home?
I was able to get photos of the last several days posted to the gallery.
Good night and thanks again. I have not replied to everyone who has taken time to write me personally but I want you to know that your words, thoughts, and prayers have been nothing short of huge in keeping me going to the finish.
Scott
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October 28th, 2007 at 8:50 pm
Enjoy your final day tomorrow, Scott! This has been a goal of yours for quite some time, and it’s wonderful that you’re going to experience success. You’ve been blessed with wonderful weather, wonderful people, and wonderful memories to carry with you through the rest of life. Enjoy the final miles and we’ll all be interested to see what goals there are beyond the horizon for you. Wishing you the best from Montana!
October 28th, 2007 at 10:19 pm
The last day of this adventure…the first day of the rest of your life…..live it to the fullest…you deserve it.
Ron and Candy
October 28th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
Of course the heavens opened up to give you the best it could through your nine days on the road, after all you had wonderful people sending you positive energy throughout. The universe appropriately responded.
I have to say that Amy was ‘oh so’ right when she said (earlier on)that you have a nice descriptive manner. I would say you have descriptive eloquence. Way to go Scott.
So now, not much longer to go…. I hope that the last part is full of enthusiasm and hope…as much if not more than the start of this trip.
Of course, it should be simply because now you can look forward to the next one!
All the positive energy available….
Nadra
October 29th, 2007 at 6:23 am
This is it! Today is the day and we are sooo proud of your determination and fortitude to complete the course. Way to go Scooter!
We love you,
Mom and Dad
October 29th, 2007 at 6:50 am
Way to go! What you have acomplished is nothing short of amazing! You have proven that nothing is impossible.
October 29th, 2007 at 9:09 am
WOOHOO! You did it! The staff and students here at Boys Town are very grateful for the personal sacrifices you’ve made for this institution. It’s been awesome getting to read about your triumphs, struggles and ultimately your perseverance along the way. The only question that remains is you’ve got 480 miles down, what’s next superman?!!
October 29th, 2007 at 1:03 pm
Congratulations, Scott! You did it! ….and what a cool ‘homecoming’ this morning at BT. We at Wegner School are very very proud of you!
October 29th, 2007 at 6:56 pm
I’ve been keeping track of your progress and am so empowered by what you are doing. It gives me hope that people will believe in themselves and try something they never thought possible. Run Strong!
October 29th, 2007 at 9:46 pm
Hi Scott and Congratulations!..My name is Carmen and I am a friend of Annette’s. She has passed on the link to your site so I have been following your days. I am very happy for you and have a great deal of admireation. In this journey you have shown that no matter what don’t give up,if you start something finish it. What a gift to give to the children you work with. I hope you have a beautiful day tomorrow. My thoughts and prayers will be with you..
October 29th, 2007 at 10:13 pm
YOU ROCK! I’m super proud of you for taking on such a huge endeavor and making the dream become a reality! Tomorrow will be an awesome day:) I wish I could be there to meet you at the “finish line”….So many of us are going to miss reading your daily updates…I hope you plan to do this again (maybe a run to South St Paul, Minnesota to see your big sister:) Take Care, Love you!
Annette