On September 11th, 2014, the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks, Team Red, White and Blue conducted a Memorial walk/run in honor of those who died on that fateful day. They begin a relay run from Pensacola Florida to Beal Cemetery in Fort Walton Beach, Florida completing the 45 mile journey with heads held high carrying Old Glory for all to see.
Chimge participated in the last 5 miles both running and walking to pay her respects and to support Team Red, White and Blue in honoring those who died.
Her first two mile leg was run on Hurlburt Air Force Base.
More joined the event at the back gate to carry Old Glory to the cemetery.
Chimge with Old Glory.
Completing the walking section, she again picked up the run continuing forward.
At the last stop Mr. Christopher got out to give his Mommy some water.
Team Red, White and Blue preparing for the final push.
Along Beal Road in Fort Walton Beach
Just outside the cemetery.
In the middle of this picture is a 80 year old retired CSM who served multiple tours in Vietnam showing his support with his daughter and grandson.
The end of the journey.
The folding of the official event flag by team members.
Team Red, White and Blue at Beal Cemetery.
The event was a great success and hundreds of Team Red, White and Blue members carried Old Glory or supported those who did on the 45 mile trip. Proving collectively, they have not forgotten.
FYI, Chimge has really taken up running so you know. On 9 November 2014, she will run her first Marathon in Pensacola, Florida. She has been training like crazy for several months and running further than I would ever want to. Just today, she ran 20 miles in three hours and 40 minutes and is well on pace to complete the Pensacola Marathon. I will keep you posted as she continues her training.
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