If you snooze you lose. My son, Steffen wake me up from snoozing and I immediately woke up. I had never dreamed of the New York City Marathon, but Steffen’s joining as an employee in the sports travel industry gave me an unexpected opportunity. Such an opportunity would not come again, so I had no qualms.
The marathon was a very great experience. I think I smiled all day. In the world’s largest metropolis, I was greeted by happy, festive people everywhere. The atmosphere had me running the whole time. Walking was not an option in this mood.
Participating in a World Marathon Major among 50,000 runners was quite special and one more experience of a lifetime that I have had so many of over the last 23 years. The fantastic race was also an anniversary for me, as it was the 75th time I completed the classic distance.
