Zambia

This was the final race. I started at 2:30 am so I had lots of time and wasn't the last person to finish. Today's course was quite pleasant and not nearly as stressful. The zebras and emus and lots of ducks were wandering around keeping us company. This was a beautiful lodge with lush grounds, ponds and flowers.

I really enjoyed seeing little bits of these countries and especially having the chance to see Victoria Falls.  That made it all worthwhile. Plus of course I logged 6 more countries, bringing my country list to 29.

Victoria Falls

Namibia

I started earlier today so it wasn't quite as much pressure.  Some of the guys are starting much earlier in the dark.  I may do that. we had the choice of an early start today though. It looks like I will be able to finish the rest of the races. But these have been difficult due to the time constraints, the altitude, and the travel in between each race. We end up taking unexpected amounts of time at some of the border crossings too. But we aren't as pressed for time for the rest of the marathons.

Today was really beautiful by the Zambezi River.

Botswana

This was a very slow day for me. Lots of pressure to move faster.  I thought for sure they would stop me. I kept checking to see if there was still enough time, and was assured there was. It was very hot and the terrain was sandy and difficult. Of course I was last.  I really hate that. But I did finish.

Zimbabwe

We had a free day yesterday where we flew to Livingstone, Zambia then traveled by road to Zimbabwe.  I struggled again to finish while the race people kept telling me I had to speed up.  My friends stood by me and I finally did finish.  But I'm quite frustrated.  It appears we will be able to start earlier for the rest of the races.

This was a nice course with beautiful flowers along the way.