MARK

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What resonates with me about Grandpa is seeing him cross the line of that famous 400m gold medal title run where he canters through and holds his hands up in the air crossing the line  to then place his hands on his hips. 

I see a great resemblance in myself, we share a build and stature as well as running technique. He wasn't too fast out of the blocks but had the smoothest most relaxed running style when at pace and of course with a strong finish. 

 This motivates me to continue training and keep pursuing times to equal his. This is no easy task even given the technological and sporting improvements of today. His best was 46.2, mine as of yet is 48.1. To even get in the 46s alongside him would be an honour. 

Taking up of the mantle once more, perhaps this can be accomplished on the island of Jamaica itself. How fitting that would be!.