Meb

Meb came to America as a child. He struggled to fit in but quickly found out he could win races. He was a HS and college track star in Cali and became an Olympian. Last year at the ATC banquet, he talked about the ups and downs in his life and about how faith and discipline have allowed him to continue to be competitive. He also told us he could win Boston. He being 38 years old, we politely smiled and wished him luck. In private conversations, we shared his Olympic experience and ask us about our running!?

Another funny note about the evening. The ATC old guard announced a door prize late in the evening to "Chip Owens." That allowed me to get a shirt, a water bottle and my favorite - a hug - from this years winner of the Boston Marathon. He also wrote a personal note and signed his book to John & Evan Owens.