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Day 2 - Uncharted Territory
By Scott | April 20, 2007
Day 2
Miles Ran 40
Miles to go 410
Today was another good day. Andy and I left a little earlier in order to achieve a 7:30 am start back at mile 30. The vast majority of todays run was spent on Highway 92. Highway 26 and 92 make up the Western Trails Scenic Byway.
The trip today took us by the first of the Landmarks that make up our Landmark Run, Chimney Rock, near Bayard. The views of Western Nebraska are nothing short of extraordinary.
Reaching Chimney Rock was obviously one highlight today. Today also brought an increase in friendly honks, you know the beep beep and wave kinds. Not the blaring last second horn that scares the pants off of you. I imagine the honks were largely a result of the radio coverage yesterday and a front page story in the Scottsbluff Star-Herald. The run was also profiled in the Omaha World-Herald. A few miles past Chimney Rock I came up on a waiting Andy and an strange Ford Explorer. My first concern was that we were in trouble. As I got closer, I realized it was two people stopped to talk. Jay and Nathan from North Platte. The two of them were travelling to Scottsbluff, heard about the run on the radio They had even seen us earlier in the morning and decided to stop if they saw us on the way back to North Platte. Jay is in training for a half Ironman triathlon that takes place in two weeks and the Ironman later in the year, said he had to meet the guy doing this run. What a boost it was to hear that. We talked for a while before getting his phone number. Hopefully we’ll be able to hook up again in a few days while travelling through North Platte and he’ll be able to join me for a few
miles.
We had a similar experience in Bridgeport this afternoon when we wer fortunate enought to meet the Rodysill’s from Central City. We were sitting outside a Cenex station when Mr. Rodysill struck up a conversation with Andy. We had an excellent conversation with them and did exactly what the run is intended to do. Put a face to the mission of Girls and Boys Town.
The run today took us through the towns of Melbeta, McGrew, and Bridgeport. The original schedule had me stopping for the day in Bridgeport for the day, but with a chance of thunderstorms and a 44 mile day looming tomorrow, I chose to continue on toward Oshkosh. I added another 8-9 miles after scarfing down a double cheeseburger, fries, and two Pepsi’s. Believe it or not, the food was just what the doctor ordered and did wonders for getting me to 40 miles for the day and 70 for the trip. Tomorrow will be no cake walk at 35+ miles, but it will be much more bearable now than it was at the start of the day today.
The weather was beautiful today with temps in the 70’s and a slight head wind which served to cool me off.
As I sit writing this journal entry I have two big bags of ice on my legs. I’m not hurt just tired and you can bet that tomorrow I’ll be back mile marker 70 to start the day.
Thanks for the continuing well wishes and the support of Girls and Boys Town. Til next time…
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April 20th, 2007 at 10:34 pm
Great Job Scott. Amazing what you are accomplishing for yourself and your dream.
Ron and Candy
April 20th, 2007 at 10:39 pm
I don’t know what I’m more impressed with…the fact that you’ve run 70 miles in 2 days or that you wolfed down a cheeseburger, fires and 2 pepsis and then proceeded to pick right up where you left off. That’s my bro!!! Love you~ Mel
April 21st, 2007 at 6:02 am
Great report Scott, I don’t know how you have the strength / energy to write such a great report after 70 miles in two days… you are amazing! How wonderful you are raising such awareness via the radio and newspapers along the way for G&BT !!!
Hope the thunderstorms pass you by on today’s 35+. GO SCOTT !!!!!
April 21st, 2007 at 6:31 am
Scott,
Thanks for the update!
Each step you take honors the triumph of this unique place called Boys Town. For that is how Fr. Flanagan and his dream built it–one child at a time, one building at a time, never stopping, always going forward.
Somehow, I feel his hand is on your shoulder as you make this noble journey.
Run on, run surely, and keep having fun.
John
April 21st, 2007 at 7:28 am
Congratulations Scott!!! I have high respect for someone who as a dream and sets out to accomlish it. Way to go!!!
Charlie & Peg
April 21st, 2007 at 8:18 am
Hey Scott; Another great day. Keep up up your great run. I will be off on vacation myself next week so keep up the pace and I will catch you when I get back.
Bob Curtin “58″
April 21st, 2007 at 9:28 am
Scott:
You’re Mom’s keeping some of her fellow Hastings High grads. informed of your under-taking here, so best wishes, and take care of yourself.
Carol Gross
April 21st, 2007 at 3:24 pm
Scott: What an undertaking! Rich and I graduated with your mom, and I know she and your dad must be busting at the seams. I spoke with our son, Jeff, this a.m., and he extended his best wishes also. We are very familiar with the towns you have been too. My mother was born and raised in Melbeta. In fact, I still have relatives in Scottsbluff, Gering and Minatare. Keep up the good work.
Rich and Patty Kroger
Jeff Kroger
April 21st, 2007 at 4:34 pm
I want to wish you best wishes and God Bless You for such an undertaking!! We are so very proud of you. You are an outstanding representation to all of us to continue to work towards our accomplishments.
Congrats to you and keep up the great work.
Carolyn Brown and family
April 21st, 2007 at 5:05 pm
See you in North Platte!!!
April 21st, 2007 at 6:57 pm
Keep up the great work, Scott! What an admirable statement you’re making in support of Boys/Girls Town. HHS Class of ‘64 are behind you “all the way”!
April 21st, 2007 at 7:34 pm
Scott,
Again, this is amazing. What a valuable and meaningful lesson for your daughters. They are already great kids, but imagine them being able to say, “My dad ran all the way across a freakin’ state. And not just any state but one of the widest in the country.” Surely they will be inspired later in their lives when the going gets tough. Keep it up.
P.S.–Good to know that cheeseburgers can now be considered health food…
We will see you on your path.
Dan
April 22nd, 2007 at 5:05 am
So neat to actually meet you and talk with you!! The day after I meet you I saw you on the cover of the sports page of the Omaha Herald. I’m glad the word is getting out about what you are doing, it’s so awesome to meet motivating, dynamic people. Jay was so happy to meet you and discuss things with you. You’re someone that changes lives by doing what you can to make this world a better place. Couldn’t ask for anything else from a person. Again, great to meet you, keep up the awesome work, Jay is looking forward to seeing you in North Platte, take care and maybe I will see you in North Platte also.
April 23rd, 2007 at 2:57 am
Keep the wind at your back and the vision in front of you! You’ll be fine.
Ron Fisher ‘57
April 23rd, 2007 at 7:29 am
A double cheeseburger & fries? After all this guy’s doing, he has to eat out of the box? Somebody please get Scott to a decent restaurant before he comes down with terminal tomain or some other pathogen. Scott…hang in there. There’s scrumptious food just over that next hill.
Stan Struble
April 23rd, 2007 at 5:12 pm
Dear Scott:
Words are not enough to let you know just how proud Uncle Bill and I are of you. You are an inspiration to everyone. Our prayers help to guide you on your journey. Keep safe. Love, Aunt Ann