Only In Boston

I had some inspiring massage clients in recent months, who are running today in the Boston Marathon. One in particular stands out. She is a very young Marathon Bombing Survivor, maybe in her late teens or early 20's. She is a bright, friendly, remarkable young woman who was standing with her boyfriend somewhere behind Jeff Bauman. Like many, she suffered hearing lost, her boyfriend severe injury to his foot and leg, which nearly had to be amputated. However, in recent years, they have both trained and run the Marathon along with other survivors. A few days before the race, she said she was feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. Many Survivors still struggle with their injuries, some not so apparent. Those who still suffer from PTSD, anxiety and stress often are misunderstood when simple things trigger fear. A forgotten backpack in a public place, a loud noise, being in crowds, sirens.


We don't know why some suffer so acutely, while others take on the challenge and triumph of running. All we know is that Patriot's Day (a state holiday today, day of  the Marathon) has traditionally been one of the most joyful occasions ever, not only in Boston, but celebrated around the world. We support and applaud all the runners and Survivors in reclaiming this joyous, historic day. #BostonStrong


~Phoenix Boulay


 

Only In Boston ‏@OnlyInBOS 4h4 hours ago


30,000 runners


99 countries


500,000+ cheerleaders


$28 mil+ raised


26.2 miles


The 120th #BostonMarathon is here!


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