Sam:

Great run today in Dallas, especially given the heat, but I just realized we cut 2 miles off the official marathon course - my bad.

Just kidding - it was an honor to host your team and cause and I hope we see you again in the future. Good luck with the last two!

Marcus - Race Dir.,
Dallas White Rock Marathon
--Marcus
<http://www.RunTheRock.com>

I ran the easy miles with the group, and I continue to be impressed with how easy Sam makes this challenge appear. Let's hope that Sam is able to get financial support to the affected Gulf communities through his heroic efforts and person sacrafice. I am proud that Sam Choose White Rock Marathon from all of his choices for a Texas marathon. Let's hope that Dallas responds by sending some more financial support to the relief efforts.
--Lucky runner

Big time stamina!!! Good job Sam,I regret not making it to any of the 51, but I will be right beside you at Lake Tahoe my friend. Congrats on North Face, you represent them well. Things are getting pretty exciting around here now that you're back home. What you've done for the coast makes us all very proud. Push on Sam!
Jim G Brandon MS

Sam-
Looking forward to seeing you in Bay St. Louis. Be safe in New Orleans, and we'll see you early Saturday. God Bless!!
--Daniel Jussely Hattiesburg, MS

Hi Sam and Kirsten!
Can't believe there are "only" 2 more runs to go. I read the blog every day and am so impressed. You continue to be in my prayers.
--Claire Algeo

Hello Sam, Greetings from Uncle Howard and myself. We read your blog every day and keep you in our prayers. We are amazed at your endurance. A friend of ours brought out a letter for me to send to you. His name is Lee Grittmann, I will send it in a separate comment. Love, Aunt "Freddie"

Dear Sam, Kirsten and Team-- Congratulations on an unbelievable accomplishment and for helping those hurt by Katrina! I volunteer near Freddie & Howard at the hospital. i have been praying for you since I heard you ran Alaska and Washington. If you haven't checked yet with Guiness Book of Records I encourage you to beat it if you are close. I heard they pay 50 to $100,00 which would help New Orleans. I was in Runner's World magazine in Oct '93 right after Sept '93 Oprah Winfrey ran her first. I hope FOX and other national news give your 51 runs more coverage. I am amazed at the endurance God has given your body and pray blessings on you and family for all your life. In God's love, Lee Grittmann

Hey Sam, Kirsten, Ed, Diane, Eric, and Kath!
What a fine team you are. The efforts and commitment each of you has made to do the part you are called to is both humbling and inspiring. I'm sure emotions are beginning to rise as the final two are on the horizon. Enjoy every step, recognize the amazing Creator behind all the beauty, and finish well, friends! You are prayed for by many each day! May they carry you to and beyond the finish line Saturday!
Continuing to lift you all to the throne of grace,
Sarah

Sam, Kirsten, Eric and Kathy,
I just read the article on CNN.com and all I can say is God has created some truly amazing, incredible people. You have all given so much of yourselves and your time and I pray that it will be blessed in ways you can not even imagine. I now not only pray for your stamina in the last two days but especially for your recovery after such a test of endurance. May your efforts never go unnoticed or unappreciated. Congratulations on your accomplishments so far!

--Irene~Bellingham,WA

All I can say is 'WOW'!!!! 50 marathons in 50 days. I can barely run 4 miles every other day. You are truly blessed!
--Impressed, TX

Sam,
I wish you God's speed. I am so proud of what you have done! You really are amazing!
--Amy O. Paine
<mailto:amyobrienpaine@yahoo.com>

As I sat on my porch this morning I thought I could hear your feet along a pavement....so close to the finsh line...may these last "few" steps be filled with much joy! what an accomplishment for you and for your wonderful crew...Love, Aunt Lea

Sam and extended crew,
As I write this you will have completed today's marathon and are now down to the LAST ONE! I feel honored to have met you in Seattle, look forward to seeing you again, and will delight in the stories Kathy and Eric bring home soon. May tomorrow be filled with joy for you all and may God give you all the extra energy and blessings you need for this special day. I will truly miss the routine of having my coffee and reading your blog every morning!
Rick L.

Sam,
It was so nice to see you again. It’s hard to believe a year has gone by since you left TX. I’m especially glad I got to meet Kirsten and both yours and her parents.
Thank you for the opportunity to run with you. I am so proud of you! Thank you also for being such a great ambassador of our sport. It’s remarkable that you’d use your talents for the benefit of so many others.
May you run strong and proud for many years (after you rest next week!).
~K2

--~K2

If anyone knows the route (especially the end) in Bay St. Louis tomorrow, please post it!
--Mary

Last word was Sam would start at 6 am and the race would end where Main St meet the beach. This is about four blocks from First Presbyterian Church.

Our whole family has enjoyed reading and praying for the Great Sambini! We wish we could be in BSL, but will be with you in our thoughts and prayers!

The Bryant family - Madison, MS
--Elizabeth Bryant

You've got my attention. Great work. Finish strong and healthy!

Peggy Spencer, MD
New Mexico

As we write this, your last marathon is just beginning. Many blessings to you, Sam, and to your wonderful team. Thanks for sharing your wonderful journey with us all!

Cousin Mark, Betty and Mr. Whitney
St. Paul, MN

I am just in awe of your dedication to this cause, please take care of yourself and give your body a rest after this. As a runner I just can't really take all this in yet, but you've got my attention and donation.
--Bill Grubb, Athens, GA

way to go Sam- you are a American Hero and an inspiration. Come rest and reflect at Whidbey while the salmon are running. Blessings

Don Valencia
Seattle, WA
206.919.1198

50 in 49 days! Wow!
--Jeff &#39;n Jackson

Go man, go!
Pastor Kerry Doyal

http://kerrydoyal.blogspot.com/2006/08/lessons-from-katrina-and-new-orleans.html

Sam, sorry I misseed you in Atlanta--am a native New Orleanian living in Atlanta since 2002, and spent 10 days worling all over Mississippi right after Katrina with ARRL and Red Cross. You are carrying all of the Gulf Coast family on your shoulders, and we are running alongside you! Keep on truckin'! And say hi to the good folks in Gautier/Pascagoula/Ocean Springs for me!

Robin aka KD5QEL
--Robin
<mailto:robin@sailpoet.com>

Just heard about you today. I think you're incredible! Fantastic job!!!
--Spitfire
<http://right-direction.blogspot.com>

Hey Sam, thanks so much for providing us with such inspiration! It was the highlight of my day receiving your times to share with all my Maniac friends. Take care, Sincerely Maniac #3 tony!
--tony phillippi
<http://www.marathonmaniacs.com/>

Hey Sam, thanks so much for providing us with such inspiration! It was the highlight of my day receiving your times to share with all my Maniac friends. Take care, Sincerely Maniac #3 tony!
--tony phillippi
<http://www.marathonmaniacs.com/>

Sam, congratulations, this is an impressive achievement.

However, I would like to point out that the longest ultramarathon in the world is 3,100 miles which has been run in 42 days, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-Transcendence_3100_Mile_Race. Additionally, I think that we have collectively spent enough time and resources focusing on Katrina and its effects. I, as a taxpayer, do not want to spend another dollar on rebuilding the area (only to have it be washed away by the next hurricane) and would prefer that more resources be spent on combating the root causes of the weather pattern deterioration, i.e. global warming.

Nonetheless, great effort, Sam!

Sam,
Congratualtions! It seems like so long ago when we were watching you in Leadville!!!!!!!

Well done my friend!

YBITM,

Rick Kuhlman

Sam,
Congratualtions! It seems like so long ago when we were watching you in Leadville!!!!!!!

Well done my friend!

YBITM,

Rick Kuhlman
--Rick
<mailto:bighooah@aol.com>

Sam & Crew,
Just arrived home from Bay St. Louis. All of you have been lifted up in conversation and prayer. Rest well all of you. Will try and catch you tomorrow on the CBS early show.
Dick & Judy

You are truely amazing & have redefined "inspiration." May God bless you & all of your accomplishments.