The Boston Marathon: More Than Just Finish Line Selfies (But Hopefully Still Selfies)
Ah, the Boston Marathon. A day of triumph for runners, a day of questionable fashion choices for spectators (mimosas and neon? Bold!), and a day that...well, let's not dwell on the negatives.
Except, we kinda have to address the elephant in the room, or rather, the missing limbs from the horrific 2013 bombing. Because yes, there were injuries. Big ones. This wasn't a case of someone tripping over a rogue banana peel (although, those can be nasty too).
The Not-So-Fun Facts (Let's Get This Over With):
- Devastating Detonation: Two bombs went off near the finish line, injuring a whopping 269 people. That's more people than are in a typical high school graduating class (unless your high school was, like, really small).
- Lost and Limb-oved Ones: In the aftermath, 17 people lost limbs. That's a terrible turn of phrase, I know, but hey, gotta keep things light, right? (Except, you know, for the whole losing-limbs part.)
The Boston Strong Spirit:
But here's the thing: Boston is a tough city. They make clam chowder in a bread bowl, for crying out loud! So in the face of tragedy, they rallied. The medical community came together, the city as a whole supported the victims, and organizations like the One Fund helped those who lost limbs afford prosthetics.
Basically, Boston showed the world that even when faced with explosions, they could still keep on running (or at least walking, thanks to those amazing prosthetics).
Frequently Asked Questions (Because You Didn't Ask, But Maybe You Should Have)
How to Donate to the One Fund?
They're still helping victims of the bombing! You can find their website with a quick Google search.
How to Train for a Marathon (Without Blowing Up Anything)?
Running is good for you! But maybe skip the homemade explosive devices, yeah? There are plenty of training plans online.
How to Spot a Bomb at a Race?
Stay vigilant! If you see something suspicious, report it to security. But mostly, focus on cheering on the runners!
How to Avoid Losing a Limb (Besides the Obvious "Don't Stand Near Bombs")?
Stay hydrated, stretch properly, and maybe avoid tripping over those aforementioned rogue banana peels.
How to Celebrate a Race Like a True Bostonian?
Easy! Cheer on the runners, eat your weight in clam chowder, and maybe wear some ridiculous fan gear.
