What It Means To Be A Riis Park Strider- By Joey Krol |
| Posted Monday, January 12, 2004 by: joey |
| What does it mean when 10 People come out every Saturday, run races and wearing T-Shirts that have the saying "Lest we Forget"? Its not how fast or how slow we run. Its not defending a title from last week. Its not about breaking records, its not about showing others what you can do. Its not just "Another thing to do on Saturday Mornings". Its about the dedication. Its about the Passion. Its the fact that many can gather together every Saturday Morning, from all backgrounds, different cultures and different beliefs. Its the fact that they can come together and cheer eachother on at the end of the Finish Line. Its about carrying on a tradition that has lasted for over 25 years. Its about the friendships that were made at Riis Park. Its about the laughs they share. Its about the heart and soul that is put into each race. That is the real meaning of what a Riis Park Strider Is. So next time when you Tell Chris what race your running, just think why your running that race. Thanks for everything! |