No, not a homage to the Molly Ringwald film , or the Psychedelic Furs track that inspired it, but the latest step in Sarah and Kirsty’s training plan.
With showers forecast for this morning it looked as though the Cancer Research UK Race for Life in Gateshead could be a bit damp. As it turned out, the rain didn’t start until well after the girls had finished the race.
They were pretty relaxed, but both quite excited as well, before the start. I went along as sherpa to the Northern Experience/Swan at Choppington duo.
Birdwatching interest was provided by a family of Mute Swans on the lake
Participation in the pre-race warm-up was enthusiastic.
Faced with the option of runner/jogger/walker they opted for ‘runner’. Despite both Sarah and Kirsty having been ill, and unable to train, for the last week they crossed the finish line after 33mins 1sec.
Then they had a well-deserved sit down (and some Jaffa Cakes). The girls exceeded their fund-raising target and I think they should feel justifiably proud of their achievements; they completed the race in a good time and raised money for a good cause.
Now we’re on our way to The Swan for Sunday lunch. I think they might be wearing their medals 🙂
