We arrived in Eugene on Tuesday. It's a beautiful town and surprisingly small. Sharon and I have been milling around, getting familiar with the area. The track is in fantastic shape! I definitely understand why they call Eugene "Tracktown USA." Every restaurant we've been to has had track memorabilia everywhere. It's cool to see how this town reveres all the track legends. And I've had to chance to get in conversations with multiple people from the area. They're all very friendly and love the sport. The stadium seats about 25,000 people and it's been sold out for months. It should be very exciting.
Sharon and I made it to Prefontaine's Trail, which is a 4 mile running loop. I was able to run with Sharon for about 4 minutes during her "easy day." I ran alone and got light-headed and about passed out, but I think it was because I was starving. The chocolate shake from Mickey D's made me feel better.
Sharon races tomorrow at 9:20 pm (pacific time). It'll be played on NBC the next day. Click here for the TV schedule. For you night owls, you should be able to watch it live online. Click here for details.
I though this was a cool catch phrase for the Trials.
The press wasted no time. They quickly identified the prettiest girl on the track and started snapping some photos. When people see Sharon, they ask, "So what event are you competing in?" When they see me, they ask, "So who are you here to watch?" It only reaffirms what I already know...I'm all washed up:)
Yesterday, we took an hour and walked up a nice, short trail with a gorgeous view of the city. When we had to start going over some rocks, Sharon decided to stop. Good decision! I trounced up to the top and took some good photos. It really was a wonderful view of Oregon. It's a pretty state.
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Wow! The picture of you both in front of the Olympic sign gave me goose bumps! I can't imagine how exciting it is to be there! I hope they cover Sharon a lot for TV and Newspapers, she deserves it! Nice pictures Kevin! You are her #1 Fan! We're praying for tomorrow! Love, DQ
Great post! I also love the "Amazing Awaits" banner. That track is so special, and I am going to be up watching the race at 10:20pm my time! Good luck Shar!! And Kevin, you are not washed up; you probably just don't have the right outfit on! :)
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Great post...it is great to see you all are able to enjoy your time there in between the important practices!!!! We are definitely going to watch the race, I will be pumped to watch it live!!!!!
Woo hoo! Go Shar! We will be watching it, but I will probably have to record it as that is WAY past my bedtime!
Yes Eugene is a very cool town with great places to run and definitely not as HOT as K-town!!
Good Luck! You are amazing! We can't wait to see you on tv!Kev- I'm with Angie! You go girl-kick some b-u-t-t!
Good luck, Sharon!! I will be keeping my little eyes open late tonight so I watch you run. Actually , we are going to see if we can talk a bar into putting it on one of the tvs. I think we can swing it.
The hard part is getting there...now you just do what you do! Papa will be keeping an eye on you and helping when you need a lift. I am so proud! I wish you great success!
XOXO
Zia
Dear Aunt Sharon,
Good luck on your race today. You are a great runner and I believe you can make it to Bejing. Tell Uncle Kevin I said hi and that Im going to beat him in Madden. You can do it share bear! Love your nephew, Lachlan
Dear Aunt Sharon,
Good luck on your race! You are the best runner ever! I believe you can make it! You are the most best Aunt ever! I was wondering,
if you could train me for running? I'm starting to train! My P.R. for two miles is 19:36. :)<3
Thanks! I love you!
Love, Tristin
The kids said it all! We are so proud of you and excited to see you shine tonight. We'll be praying for you. Love you!
Good Luck Shar! Many prayers are with you! Talk to ya soon, LOVE BECCA
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