It was one of those quintessential New York fall Sundays—golden leaves swirling in the breeze, tan double-breasted peacoats lining the streets, and the unmistakable sound of cowbells ringing through the air. The New York City Marathon was in full swing, turning the city into a celebration of endurance, determination, and sheer human spirit. It’s easily a top-five day in the city.
Photo by Isaias Ayala
After hours of cheering on friends, family, and complete strangers, my watch crew was buzzing with secondhand adrenaline. Caught up in the magic of it all, we did what any inspired (and slightly impulsive) group of spectators who’ve never run more than a few miles at a time would do: we entered our names in the New York City Half Marathon lottery that night. A few weeks later, on November 21, 2024, an email landed in my inbox: “Congrats! You’re In.” Read More >>
