Kyle and I made the trek up to Canada for the marathon while my parents stayed at our house to care for Eleanor. Our drive was breathtaking with the red and golden leaves garnishing every highway and country road.
Once we made it across the border, we found the people of Canada to be very friendly and helpful. We ate at several local restaurants with amazing cuisine and did a bit of sightseeing. We visited a butterfly conservatory with thousands of creatures fluttering about and explored the grounds of the nearby botanical garden.
As for the actual Falls... they were incredible. The force of the water was so powerful that is was almost frightening to observe up close. We watched an impressive fireworks display over the lit falls at night. During the day, we took a boat tour called Maid of the Mist to encounter the Falls from the water.
Lastly, there was the actual foot race. It was a very cold and blustery day, but Kyle and I were thankful that at least it wasn't snowing. As promised, the trail was very scenic, running along the Niagara River through posh waterfront neighborhoods. Kyle and I both had moments of discomfort (mine at mile 6 and his at mile 21), but in the end, we both finished strong and injury-free.
It really was a nearly perfect vacation getaway, but that didn't change that we were more than ready to get back to our Eleanor!
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| Two butterflies landed right on me. |
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| My Favorite Butterfly |
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| Isn't he handsome? |
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| Pre-Race |
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| Here he comes! Less than 1 mile left! |
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| Right After He Stopped to Give Me a Kiss |
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| So Proud of This STUD |
