I am Scott Giddings and I am employed at Girls and Boys Town in Omaha Nebraska. I am also an avid runner.
I have been at Girls and Boys Town since leaving the military in 1997 and am continually in awe of the mission of the home.
It was nearly two years ago that I started wondering what running across Nebraska would be like. After experimenting with some long runs 50K - 50 miles, I decided to take the plunge and commit myself to taking on the state from the Wyoming to Iowa borders. I'll pass by two of Nebraska best known landmarks, Chimney Rock in the west and the village of Boys Town in the east, thus the Landmark Run.
By Scott | March 5, 2007
I need your help! The run across Nebraska is far beyond anything I have ever done and I would appreciate your support and encouragement.
Thank You,
Scott
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October 27th, 2007 at 5:07 am
Hey Scott,
Happy trails to you…….awe inspiring journey you have under taken. The human spirit always surprises me, and yours is very strong.
May You Be Well,
May You Be Happy,
Cathy B.
South Carolina
October 24th, 2007 at 7:13 pm
Scott,
What can I do to help??? Please let me know.
I am so happy for you great days!!!
April 30th, 2007 at 3:45 pm
See a sports medicine doc about that pain. Having been in the area of your run I suspect it might be a compartment syndrome and needs to have attention. Sometimes the difference in terrain can do bad things and you were doing some hills all the time….. If it is such relief is just a simple fix and you will be back on the road again. Do see a Doc so you can finish up.
This from a former marathoner now retired.
jc & CC
April 30th, 2007 at 3:15 pm
Annette is a very dear friend of mine and I have been following your “diary” and want to let you know that I admire your dedication to your dream. May your journey as it is now be fullfilled with the ending.
Debbie LaChapelle
April 26th, 2007 at 11:55 am
Scott,
Good luck in your run across Nebraska. You are an inspiration to us and to many people out there. I hope these few lines from the Irish Blessing will bring you luck and comfort!
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
And rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
God Bless!
The Svajgls
April 24th, 2007 at 8:19 am
God speed and may God bless you each and every step of your journey across Nebraska for our Kids.
April 24th, 2007 at 7:37 am
Under certain circumstances, profanity provides a relief denied even to prayer. –Mark Twain
April 24th, 2007 at 7:13 am
Scott,
You are so dedicated and such an inspiration. I can only imagine how difficult some days must be and you have this tremendous, realistic attitude that we could all learn from. You have your goal and no matter how you finish it, preset or not, distance or not, you are definitely a winner!!! It is Girls and Boys Town’s benefit to have you out there giving attention to their great cause. I feel honored to know you and tell everyone about you. May the good Lord keep you safe.
Diane
April 24th, 2007 at 6:28 am
I hear you spent the evening with my buddy Ron Richards. Having done some long distance efforts I would congratulate you on what you have accomplished so far and warn you of the emotional ups and downs. They are all normal so don’t spend much time worrying about the downs and love the ups. Good luck and take care of your body it will tell you what to do. Keep well hydrated and eat all you can.
jc and CC
April 20th, 2007 at 10:44 pm
Hey Scott…sounds like all is well. Way to go! Jake wore his T-shirt to school today. We have all been reading up on your progress every night…Like the pictures too.
April 20th, 2007 at 2:14 pm
Scott,
I love reading your blog!
It sounds like you are doing great! What a way to get the great name of Father Flanagan’s out there.
You are most definetely an inspiration for us all.
God speed and come back safely from your journey!
Mel
April 20th, 2007 at 7:00 am
Hi Scott,
Sounds like everything is running smooth. I wore one of the “Landmark Run” shirts at Prairie Life last night and had a couple of people ask about it. I was proud to say that I know and work with you, as well as telling them about your mission. Your an inspiration for all of us to fulfill our own life goals. Thanks, Scott
April 19th, 2007 at 10:38 pm
Hurray for Day 1!!!! You must have been really pumped up and motivated to take on all those extra miles today! I have been thinking about you running when I’m out on my motorcyle…the open road, alone with your thoughts, peaceful..
I wish you continued success, nice weather (may the wind be at your back-is that what you’re suppose to say to someone?), more cool experiences and meeting new people along the way. Sleep well!
Love,
Annette
April 19th, 2007 at 9:11 pm
Scott,
Congratulations on completion of day 1. I pray for safe travels and fun on your journey! You have a lot of people encouraging you from afar! Remember that on those tough miles! God bless you for your desire to help our kids at GBT!
~Denise
April 19th, 2007 at 9:08 pm
Scott,
Congratulations on the successful completion of day
April 19th, 2007 at 7:41 pm
Scott, I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed reading about your preparation and your first day of the run. You are just so awesome. Your dedication is very inspiring. God bless you and may He watch over you and keep you healthy.
April 19th, 2007 at 6:16 pm
Heard of your Landmark Run through Paul Staso. Way to go! What a great way to further reach out into your community and put the word out about the Girls and Boys Town. Stay safe!
April 19th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
I can’t speak for the right leg, but I think your CRAZY!!
Hope things are going great!
Rick Moen
April 19th, 2007 at 1:32 pm
Scott,
Hope the first day is going well & the weather
stays good the whole trip. You are in our prayers.
Go get ‘em!
Best wishes,
Mike & Karen Biben
April 19th, 2007 at 11:57 am
Hello Scott-
I just want to say thank you for all that you are doing to bring more attention to the magnificent cause of GBT! You are setting a remarkable example to the youth of Girls & Boys Town of what it means to turn your dreams into reality! I have never met you…but I will be following your progress on the web and cheering you on through my thoughts and prayers!
God Bless and Best Wishes for a successful journey!
Sincerely-
Julie (Johnson) Spring
Bates City, Missouri
Boys Town Class of 1992
April 18th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
This is it, Scott! Good luck, stay safe. We’ll be thinking about you every day! Keep us posted.
Trudy
April 18th, 2007 at 11:50 am
Peace people
We love you
April 13th, 2007 at 11:36 pm
Dear Scott~ I can’t tell you how proud I am of you for taking on such a “Landmark Run”..you inspire me to push myself further, even when life gets a bit rough..
I have enjoyed getting to know more about you through your postings on your website. It warms my heart to see our similarities, especially when it comes to our inherant desire to empower others to acheive their very best! I appreciate your passion and dedication for the work you do at Girls and Boys Town…THIS IS THE TRUE MEANING OF BEING A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL FOR OUR YOUTH.. not only by saying, but by doing.. an awesome example that dreams are possible!
I know God will watch over you and keep you safe on your journey! I look forward to rooting you on from good ole’ So. St. Paul, Minnesota! I’ll be sending positive energy your way!
Love,
Annette
March 27th, 2007 at 9:57 am
Scott,
Wooowhoooo! What an undertaking! I will look forward to tracking your progress here as you go. Our love and prayers are with you. Love, Aunt Nancy
March 26th, 2007 at 8:41 am
I know that if Forrest Gump can do it so can you.
You are undertaking an incredible run and I’ll be very proud and happy to wear one of your t-shirts. I hope lots of people ask me about it so that I can tell them I did it. Just kidding -
Sally Downey
March 26th, 2007 at 8:38 am
Scott,
I am so excited for you and my broken down feet are just itchin’ to be out there running with you… will maybe for only about 6K’s a day though. My heart will certainly be with you the entire journey. Go with God, stay healthy, stay strong. We at B.T. are all proud of you!!!
Kristi
March 25th, 2007 at 11:59 am
Scott -
Your undertaking for Girls and Boys Town is just incredible! In less than a month you’ll start an amazing journey. All the best to you - you are an inspiration to us all! I’ll be pulling for you the entire way.
I hope you have someone that can update your website with thour progress along the way so the rest of us can keep tabs on your progress!
Tom Jennings, Erie PA
Run100forCharity.info
March 16th, 2007 at 7:21 am
Hello Scott! The adventure is just about here and I’m looking forward to following your progress across Nebraska. You have a strong heart for kids and I believe that will be your not-so-secret ingredient to success. Best wishes for a safe run, and enjoy every step!
Paul Staso
P.A.C.E. Trek
March 14th, 2007 at 1:26 pm
Dear Scott:
We are so proud of you! This is an amazing undertaking and we are praying for you safety and health along the way. We are thrilled that BGT is backing you this way. I’m telling all my friends about the run.
March 11th, 2007 at 8:08 am
Scott,
Your new website is awesome.
We are really looking forward to meeting you after you sprint up Windlass Hill.
Ron and Candy
March 10th, 2007 at 4:59 pm
I am one of those class of 64s and just want to wish you the best in the Landmark Run. Our prayers will be with you and what you stand for. I adore your parents and I know how very proud of you they are.
Best of luck to you.
March 6th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
Scooter, everything is coming together! It won’t be long now and we’re all excited for you to accomplish the goal you’ve been working so hard for. Your quote by Martin Luther King about not having to see the whole staircase but simply “taking the first step by faith” was excellent. That’s what this has all been about when you “had a dream” (had to throw that in) over a year ago–and when you officially take that first step and the “Landmark Run” begins on the western border of Nebraska, it will be each step by faith that you will accomplish the end result. You can do it. We’re behind you–Love, Mom & Dad