A few weeks ago we
managed to be in town for the London Marathon and having heard what a spectacle
it is, Amanda and I decided to brave the crowds and watch it in person from the
streets of London.
We left early Sunday
morning and made our way to the Tower of London where the marathon route
doubles back towards the Houses of Parliament after crossing over London
Bridge. Amazingly when we near the Tower we found a spot right at the barricade
with excellent views right down the course.
Even the weather
worked out in our favor, although the locals were complaining about the heat.
It was nearly 70 degrees after all!
There were also loads
of spectators and runners showing their support for the people of Boston by
wearing black ribbons, Boston T-shirts or holding signs expressing their love
and support. It was a truly touching display.
Amanda’s favorite part
was looking out for the costumed runners and then beating me senseless out of excitement
when she found a really funny one.
We even found Waldo!
And perhaps the
smallest competitor of the day
After the race was
over and since it was such a beautiful day we took some time to get a few bonus
photos of London.
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