February was a busy month for team Christopher’s Place. We survived another Baltimore snowfall and we’ve been anxiously awaiting daylight savings time and warmer temperatures. Training for the Delaware Marathon and the Nikia Half Marathon is underway, and mileage continues to increase.
We welcomed our newest runner, Dominique B., to the team in late January and he joined us for his first official run in February. He’s literally hit the ground running and now has more than 75 miles with the team! Dom, Donte E., and Ron W. also completed their first 5k with the team – the Valentine’s 5k in Millersville, Maryland. Johannah, Training Coach Preston, Joe, Next Steps Coordinator Andrea, Krystle, Avery B., Erin N., and Erin R. also represented Team CP. CP’s Brendan O’Kane took first place in the 5k, edging Baltimore Station Team Leader Dan Miranda at the finish line. That same morning, other CP teammates hosted the Saturday long run for the marathon and half-marathon training group.
In February, we also celebrated the birthday of our Program Director Jackie, by meeting all the other teams at the Inner Harbor for a pre-dawn birthday gathering. As always, there’s no better way to start the morning than with BoMF!
We also wished Donnell W. good luck as he moved out of CP and into community housing. Donnell joined CP in October 2009 and has been one of our most consistent runners. Ricky P., who joined CP in March 2010, is also preparing to move out as well. We are excited to support them in this next phase and look forward to continuing to run with them in the mornings! Team CP also celebrated 50 miles with Ron W., 175 miles with Mike M., 200 miles with Ricky, and 275 miles with Mike H. In addition, Avery, Ron, and Dominique started new jobs.
March will be a big month for team CP, as we tackle the Kelly St. Patrick’s Day 5k and the Nikia Half Marathon & Relay. Many of our teammates will be running in both races, and some will be attempting these distances for the first time. We’ll also host the first game night between CP and MCVET, and we’ll celebrate BoMF’s second birthday. We’re excited for all the big events coming up this spring!
Team C.P. in February
RESIDENTIAL MEMBER OF THE MONTH: AVERY B.
Shoe size: 12
Member since: October 2010
Mileage: 144
What has been your best moment since joining Back on my Feet?: My best moment since joining BoMF was the 5k Christmas run.
What is your biggest challenge during running:? The biggest challenge I’ve faced running was/is training for the half marathon.
What is a goal you want to achive in the next three months?: I want to train for and run my first marathon.
What’s your next race with the BoMF crew?: The next race is the Nikia Half Marathon.
What do you think about when you’re running?: I think about beautiful Africa when I’m running.
“Avery was selected as Member of the Month due to his supportive and encouraging demeanor. His teammates referred to him as our “quiet lion” for his dedication and team spirit. Avery is always up for a new distance challenge, but at the same time, he’s quick to support a teammate who needs a partner. We’re all very happy he’s a member of team CP and we’re excited for his half-marathon debut in March!” – Sarah O’Connor, team leader
RESIDENTIAL MEMBER OF THE MONTH: STACEY SEABROOKShoe size: 8
Member since: November 2010
What has been your best moment since joining Back on my Feet?: The best moments have been meeting up with such GREAT people!!!! This team means a lot to me. They are all a very special group.
What is your biggest challenge during running:? When I am running, I think about how we are getting stronger and healthier together. I really love running with this team.
What’s your next race with the BoMF crew?: My next race is the Nikia Half, which I think is going to be a fantastic day! I’m looking forward to this. We have been training very hard and it feels amazing.
“Stacey joined our group before Thanksgiving last year and has made an immediate impact. She is extremely dedicated and has been a strong training partner for many of our half-marathoners. Stacey is always enthusiastic and positive and our team absolutely wouldn’t be the same without her! Thank you, Stacey, for being such a great teammate!” – Sarah O’Connor, team leader
Stacey, Member of the Month, with Mike M. at Christopher's Place
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