Pearl and Sharon reach 100 parkruns
Easter weekend at Mountlucas parkrun, despite the dreary weather, had a wonderful celebratory atmosphere. Two parkrunners celebrated their 100th parkrun: Pearl Scally and Sharon Farrell.
Pearl, aged only 10 years old, has been taking part in parkrun since she was five years old. She was accompanied on the day by her Mam and Dad, her two brothers, her Nanny, her Aunty and her cousin. Her mother had baked her a special "100" cake for the occasion. After the parkrun, Pearl said: "It was very rainy but I got through it. I'm very proud of myself for getting though 100 parkruns. I love the parkrun because it's fun and it's extra special when there is cake too."
Pearl's mother Mairéad said: "We are so proud of Pearl and the strength, determination and focus she has shown completing parkrun each week."
Sharon had also brought home baked cake to share among parkrun participants. "I brought along lemon drizzle cake to thank all our running and walking buddies for keeping Mountlucas parkrun the best around! I'm delighted to finally reach my 100th parkrun and all done in our local and best parkrun venue in Mountlucas. I love my Saturday parkruns to get my day started," Pearl explained.
Sharon was joined by a large group of family to celebrate her milestone parkrun. She said: "I was delighted that my daughter happened to be home from England so all four girls, Ciara, Megan, Leah and Jemma along with their Daddy Brian, were there and they and even convinced ‘the wee English fella’ Lewis and our local Conor to come along."
The special Easter event had a chocolate gift for all attendees, generously sponsored by Bord na Móna. One of the Run Directors for Mountlucas parkrun, Mairéad Scally, said "We are very grateful for the ongoing support of Bord na Móna for Mountlucas parkrun in providing a beautiful venue, as well as regularly sponsoring smalls gifts for parkrun attendees, like today's Easter eggs. These were gratefully received by children and adults alike!"
Mountlucas parkrun is a free, weekly, timed event held at Bord na Móna Mountlucas wind farm every Saturday morning at 9.30am sharp. There's something for everyone at Mountlucas parkrun whether you want to walk, run, volunteer or just meet new people. For more information see