Last weekend half marathons were run around our harbour and in my son’s home town in Japan, where he actually took part and finished in a personal record time.
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From far and wide the runners came
All proudly hoping to make their names
On Eastbourne’s seafront and harbour streets,
And hoping last year’s times to beat.
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In gale force wind and the biting cold
Their efforts they would not withhold,
And watchers stood to give them cheer
As loud applause was volunteered.
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And in Japan where the milder air.
Helped runners for their race prepare,
My son he stood so tall and proud
Sending smiles out to the crowd.
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On starter’s guns without delay
All athletes soon were on their way
To pound the streets their hopes all raised,
The daunting distance, no one fazed.
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With panting breath and beating hearts
All were so glad they’d taken part.
On both sides of the world the race
For worthy charities was taking place.
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And with the finishing lines in sight
Excitement began to reach such heights.
All runners eager to achieve their goals
And gain some funds for needy souls.
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Christine Ramsay 12.3.11
Such a creative ”report”, and great photos! I’d rather hear about these things through your pen than the news. 
Excellent! 
Congrats to your son!
very different commentary to what is considered a boring sport to watch. Thanks a lot Christine. All the very best to your son. I am a cyclathon/walkathon guy and not a marathon person.
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