No. 2: San Diego Mermaid Half Marathon, February 9

My pink wig and Mylar blanket kept me warm on that chilly morning at Mission Bay. I ran the flat course conservatively in anticipation of the challenging course the next day. After the race, there was a costume contest for $100 towards Mermaid Series apparel. Winners were determined by crowd applause. I tied for third place while first and second places were awarded to two runners and their daughters in matching mermaid costumes who attended with their Girl Scout Troop. I had a great time greeting spectators and runners with mermaid cheer, but it would have been nice to win that costume contest.