what about the plastic animals?

Four More from the Marathon

So many runners. So much spilled Gatorade. Congratulations to all who participated!

See the building under construction behind Elvis? Had the marathon taken place in the early 1890s the background would have looked like this.

Close Race

After 22 miles the top two women's runners in this year's marathon were running even. That's world record holder Paula Radcliffe (left) and Susan Chepkemei (right). I can hear the helicopters outside, which means the men's leaders are about to pass.

Also running are Corie and KP. I hope to see them as they pass by later.

Pictures from last year's marathon.

NYC Marathon

The New York City Marathon was run today. The marathon course along 5th Avenue is only one block from my building. Eventual women's winner Margaret Okayo runs off the photo at right. More photos from Harlem are here, and you should also check up on how the Bowdens fared.