I’m standing in a crowd of spectators as we wait for the first runner to come around the corner.

The anticipation starts to be palpable as everyone is waiting excitedly for their runner to show up.

Then, the lead runner rounds the corner, and the smattering of voices changes to yells and cheers.

For the most part, the words are encouraging – cheering each runner to finish strong.

As I wait for my own runner to show, one particular moment catch...