My older brother died 16 years ago tonight. He didn't run. He played baseball. I ran. I understood baseball. He didn't understand running. And he'd make fun of it. That's what older brothers do. When they care about you they make fun of you. And he made fun of my running... endlessly.
I don't know anything about life to conjure up something that makes sense to you in this situation. So, I'll do what I can do best - my next run will be in the memory of your brother.
I hope you take solace in the fact that the lesson your brother taught you - you taught me. And I believe that he's not only watching you run, but his spirit runs with all the people you coach(as much as he admitted to hate it)
Yours lovingly,
A normie-turned-athlete who was nothing before you touched his life
After surviving a huge medical crisis last year my running resumed again from rock bottom. Last Saturday I felt tired and cranky and eventually summoned up enough energy to get out the door. I put on your next long run and was immediately transported back to those Farm Team days. Ha! Gotta love that! You got me through those 5 miles and a bit more. Thank you!
Also, lost my younger sister to breast cancer back in 2012. It’s hard day each year that it comes around. It’s important to honor their legacy and the impact on our lives. You captured the very essence of this in your post. Awesome!
You’re a great Coach, Coach B. You’ve given such a lift to my running routine and today, your coaching really turned my day around. Thank you for still trying. You make the world a better place.
Chris I am so sorry for your loss. And so glad you are still trying. You capture the brotherly relationship so perfectly. I hope tonight's run brings you peace and joy.
Hi Coach! Another year already! Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. I can not even imagine, how it feels to lose a sibling. It’s surely don’t get easier, even when long time passed by. Sending you much love from Germany.
Coach I'm sure he is allways with you and I know I have ran with you ....ot you ha e run with me for the last 2 years and that I am so grateful for and will allways be.
I understand how you feel in some ways, Coach. My eldest brother, David, died 10 years ago. He was nearly 15 years older than me and he was my hero as I grew up. He loved music and loved me enough to allow me to use his record player when I was old enough - very trusting!! He was the person who teased me the most and also loved me the most. I was proud to have him as my brother.
Hey Coach,
I don't know anything about life to conjure up something that makes sense to you in this situation. So, I'll do what I can do best - my next run will be in the memory of your brother.
I hope you take solace in the fact that the lesson your brother taught you - you taught me. And I believe that he's not only watching you run, but his spirit runs with all the people you coach(as much as he admitted to hate it)
Yours lovingly,
A normie-turned-athlete who was nothing before you touched his life
Hi Coach,
After surviving a huge medical crisis last year my running resumed again from rock bottom. Last Saturday I felt tired and cranky and eventually summoned up enough energy to get out the door. I put on your next long run and was immediately transported back to those Farm Team days. Ha! Gotta love that! You got me through those 5 miles and a bit more. Thank you!
Also, lost my younger sister to breast cancer back in 2012. It’s hard day each year that it comes around. It’s important to honor their legacy and the impact on our lives. You captured the very essence of this in your post. Awesome!
Thank you!
Steve
You’re a great Coach, Coach B. You’ve given such a lift to my running routine and today, your coaching really turned my day around. Thank you for still trying. You make the world a better place.
Chris I am so sorry for your loss. And so glad you are still trying. You capture the brotherly relationship so perfectly. I hope tonight's run brings you peace and joy.
I don’t think it ever gets easier, every anniversary is tough. Hope you can raise a glass to your brother after your run tonight.
Beautiful words 🫶 thanks for sharing Coach
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Hi Coach! Another year already! Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. I can not even imagine, how it feels to lose a sibling. It’s surely don’t get easier, even when long time passed by. Sending you much love from Germany.
Coach I'm sure he is allways with you and I know I have ran with you ....ot you ha e run with me for the last 2 years and that I am so grateful for and will allways be.
Thank you coach 🙏
I understand how you feel in some ways, Coach. My eldest brother, David, died 10 years ago. He was nearly 15 years older than me and he was my hero as I grew up. He loved music and loved me enough to allow me to use his record player when I was old enough - very trusting!! He was the person who teased me the most and also loved me the most. I was proud to have him as my brother.