3 hours and 35 minutes, 3 blisters, 2 somersaults, and 5 bathroom breaks later I finished my first 1/2 marathon. I was blisteringly slow but I got it done.
The crowds were awesome. They braved the rain and early morning to come cheer us on. That's where the somersaults came in. I knew I wasn't setting any time records so I went at a pace that let me keep smiling and if I saw some really great fans, I did a somersault. It was basically drizzling all morning long. I was pretty wet at the end.
Things to know for next time: Alternate water and Gatorade, 3 waters for each G, expect to add about 5-10 minutes for waiting in line, park closer.