Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Roadhouse Troopers

E Streeters supporting the troops at Mine Falls, in Nashua, N.H., showing up to support the armed services for a 5K trail run.  For some among us, it was an early bell after a raucous night of country music.
After signing in, it was time for a fantastic rendition of the National Anthem, complete with honor guard.  And no, it wasn't Mike Mahone. 
Andrew sizing up his competition at the start.  In this case, that meant two runners, since he finished third overall in the race.  Surely that kind of finish warrants a medal!
Tommy checking his time as he crossed the mat 
In fact, the E Streeters took five of the top 20 spots for this race!  That warrants an ass-kicking pose. 
Little did we know that after the race, we'd be feted with a feedbag courtesy of the Texas Roadhouse.  Pulled pork, barbeque chicken, corn, slaw, and potato salad!  A perfect buffet to negate our run, but more than enough to keep Andrew a happy man. 
A boy and his barbeque 
Finally, post-race, it's medal time, and Barry is ready to claim his.  Sadly, though, it was not meant to be, a slight that will live in infamy in E Streeter running history.  There's always next year, guys. 

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