The American Spectator

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Having completed my first marathon (The Marine Corps Marathon in D.C.) at the ripe young age of 48, Mr. Beston's insights succinctly encapsulated the answers to the frequent questions of some family, friends and coworkers who, during my months of training, attempted to convince me that this was not the wisest endeavor I have ever undertaken. They could not understand what would possess someone to spend months training for something that most surely would pain -- and a lot of it.

p>To answer their "Why?" I simply say, "Veni. Curri. Fini." (I came. I ran. I finished.) br> -- Rick Osial br> Arlington, VA /p> p> I have run over 30 marathons and while I no longer do them, I still do miss them. Thanks, Paul, for putting some of the thoughts and emotions down in a way I could not have. The marathon is a grand race but to realize it you almost have to do it. br> -- Roger Ross br> Tomahawk, WI /p> p> EGO ACID TRIPS br> Re: R. Emmett Tyrrell, Jr.'s Charlatans' Progress

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