As mentioned, we are leaving Vegas on the 5th, the day before the marathon. If we stayed to the 7th we'd be there for 10 nights. I like Vegas, but 10 nights is a lot even for us. In the back of my mind I still wanted to go though, especially since this was a new course. Up and back on the strip! Can't get any better than that. That's actually why I want to run the half instead of the full as the full looks pretty boring after you reach mile 9 or so.
I have been checking everyday to see if any frequent flier flights opened up on the 7th or even later in the day on the 6th. There was always one flight available but not 2 (wife and I). Day before yesterday, there were no flights available. Bummer! Thought my hopes were dashed.
Checked yesterday and there were 2 now available for the 7th! Called and booked them, booked my hotel - Excalibur is having another special, extended my rental car. I was just waiting to receive the conf email from the airline then I will book the marathon (only non refundable part here).
I received the email but forgot my wallet today
So, I am going, just haven't signed up yet and won't until tonight!
Of course I need to fly from Vegas to LA (wrong direction), LA to Miami (flying right over my home), then Miami back to Ft Myers. Actually only adds an additional 90 minutes to the flight so not too bad.
YAHOO!
Can't wait!
Duane
I'm excited all over again
I was wondering the same thing. Lily, you dug deep for this one. 
Oh, that's right! For some idiotic reason, I was thinking the run was on Saturday. Oy! I need you guys to help me keep this all straight. 
