Last week, Superstorm Sandy left much devastation in her wake on the Eastern Seaboard and beyond.  Particularly hard hit were New York City and neighbouring New Jersey cities and towns.

Sandy was so harsh in New York that it caused a cancellation of the annual NYC Marathon, a destination “fall classic” for runners from around the world.  A few local runners from my hometown were en route as Mayor Bloomberg made the call.

Yes, runners were disappointed.  Thousands of them… no question about that.  One door closes, another one opens.  A group of runners, organized through Facebook by Dr. Jordan Metzl, decided to head out to Staten Island anyway (this is where the race starts every year) to begin their run.  But this would be a different kind of run because this group (1,300 strong by the way) would bring supplies and good wishes to their fellow New Yorkers affected by the storm.  Full story via CNN.com here.

November 3rd, 2012 wasn’t quite what anyone expected a week prior.  Residents didn’t think they’d be under water, without power or worse… But thanks to 1300 would-be marathoners, their recovery from Sandy’s aftermath found a little bright spot on Sunday morning when there was a knock at the door, a smile and an act of kindness.

Good on you, Dr Metzl and your entire crew last Sunday.  Your actions will leave a lasting impression on all those whom you stopped by to see.

Cheers.