Midnight Report - 15 hour mark

Antonia is racking up the laps. She reported that the sunset was spectacular. The weather has been unusually wonderful for this time of the year. It has been clear all day, with sun during the day, and a very clear night tonight with no fog or clouds. The stars and constellations are all visible in great numbers. The lights on the Golden Gate Bridge and the city make a wonderful backdrop for the event at night. A friend from Fremont, Jerry, who is an ultra marathoner and teachers long distant runner, came over late today to run 12 laps (12 miles) with Antonia, giving her tips on form and running techniques to help as she gets tired and to make progress during the night as sleepiness starts to come on. It was great for Jerry to come and be part of it. But the big thing Antonia wanted to report is that as she speaks of Jenny, her accident and Antonia's "running for Jenny" to the runners in the event and families who are there in support, the response is overwhelming. The runners especially can relate, since being athletes, they can relate to losing the ability to compete and pursue their sport. This response provided strength and energy as Antonia continuing her runner into the night.