Had a great time running in perfect weather (that mild breeze was awesome). Was perfectly on course for a sub-5hrs finish but had to slow down to make sure I helped my wife finish her race. She was battling a lot of physical issues on the course along with a slower start. I received a phone call from her at mile 14 suggesting that she may not finish the race. This made me worry a bit and wasn't happy with her words. I know she won't be happy if she didn't finish so I was determined to make her finish. So I stopped and waited for a good 20 mins and then took her along for the next 12 miles. We did a combined run/walk @ 15mins/mile until the finish line. I'm glad that we finished together and for the first time in all these years of running we crossed the finish line holding hands. There is always another race to better my time but not often I get the opportunity to finish alongside my wife. So, no complaints there. Now, all the energy will be diverted to post-race recovery. Feeling very sore all over the body! Better start drinking tonight!