๐ด๐ ๐ญ๐๐๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: ๐จ ๐ณ๐๐๐-๐จ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐
Running the 2024 Chicago Marathon was a dream over a decade in the making. After years of trying my luck in the lottery, I finally secured a spot this year, and the experience was nothing short of incredible! Having already completed the NYC Marathon 10 times and 7 other marathons, exploring a new city and course for my marathon journey was thrilling.
The energy in Chicago was electric, and the race was challenging and exhilarating. From the enthusiastic crowds lining the streets to the beautiful views of the city, every mile was memorable. But my trip wasnโt just about the marathon but also an opportunity to explore Chicagoโs rich culture and history.
I made time to visit The Art Institute of Chicago, home to an extraordinary collection of artwork. Of course, I couldnโt miss the cityโs iconic โBeanโ sculpture, which was as reflectiveโliterally and figurativelyโas I imagined. Yet, the true highlight of my visit was spending time at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center. The museumโs incredible collection of Black history artifacts and art left a lasting impression and reminded me of the power of resilience and creativity.
This marathon experience is not just about crossing the finish lineโit is a journey filled with culture, history, and personal accomplishment. Chicago, you didnโt disappoint, and Iโm grateful to have finally checked this race off my bucket list!
Just three weeks after conquering the Chicago Marathon, I laced up again to take on my 11th NYC Marathonโproving that the spirit of resilience and determination knows no limits!
