Hey guys-- I just wanted to say that I followed your journey on the Internet but am now just watching the final videos. It is incredible to see such an accomplishment. I know that you are proud of yourselves, but just know that there are plenty of people who admire what you have done not only for yourselves, but for a greater cause. Congratulations and I hope to see you for Alumni Weekend in October :)

Hey Guys!!! I have not been able to get on to this site until now.....I told you Matt that you would do this!! I j ust knew it. Awesome job. I am not sure if you are all back in NY yet (prolly are), well if you are stop in and see me, I am at easyhome in the Hannaford plaza (next to Dollar Tree). I would love to talk to you and see how you are all doing. Take care of yourselves. Love always, Ina

Not only did the guys do this for a good cause, but they're all REALLY cute! ;=)

Congrats on a pretty amazing accomplishment. I'm going to grad school in Albany, so if you're ever in the area let me know. Take care and keep in touch. -Chang

Way to go! Ken - it was GREAT seeing you again on Sunday! Stand proud guys - you did it!!!!!

Congrats Guys from T3 Team Texarkana!!!! We are blessed to have been a small part in your Great Adventure. Praise God for your safe arrival! You have done what many of us only dream of doing.

We are glad you made your goal. We are also glad we got to host you for one night in Tahoka, Texas. Best of everything to all of you.

There is nothing like seeing the world on foot. I'm sure you know that now!

That whole running across the country thing is mildly impressive and all but you should get back so we can get some zonies. I actually owe Ken half a Zonie anyway. Plus I'll buy more to make up for that one that was sent to you but was a little bit unsafe to eat. I promise it was not a plan to get you sick and sabotage Operation NATION. NY needs you back.

Hey guys! Congrats on the finish. I have been following your progress since Feb 23rd. It has been inspiring to read your blog and share in your once in a lifetime experience. Your fellow runners will continue to cheer you on in all your life endeavors. Great job!

Just had a thought about you all today. Hope all is well and you are resting and planning your next great adventure; planning happy lives and making the world better. You can do anything you set your mind to. You have proven that. The Cranks from Arkansas have been keeping up with your progress, and we are so glad to have had the opportunity to meet you along your journey.

Dear Matt, Ken and Andy, On behalf of all of us in the SUNY Oneonta Athletic Department congratulations on an accomplishment of a lifetime! We as coaches truly believe that the determination, perseverance, tremendous work ethic and life long positive relationships that are nurtured and developed through college sport provide a foundation to get on with life in grand fashion! You have done it and in this moment I credit your caring coaches for cultivating your love for running in the same way you love life. We are so proud that you are alumni of Oneonta (almost Ken!) Thanks for letting us live the dream with you and best of luck in your "next" adventure - I have no doubt there is more to come from this trio! Tracey Ranieri

what an adventure!wish i could have the guts to do that.heard about your story from lindsey (i am her nail lady)and was amazed by the story !!!!

waz up boys this is bailey how u doin. Great job can't belive u ran the country. well bye>hi boys this is bennett congratulations, now turn around and jog back. bye

Congratulations Guys!!!!!

Congrats guys! What an amazing accomplishment. I must admit I am a bit jealous.

Andy, Ken and Matt; This will be our last Thursday night message, congratulations, I can't describe how proud we were of all of you when we saw you enter the surf at La Jolla. All our best to you in the future as your amazing journey continues you will always be "Nation". Mama and Papa D

Dan...that blog was amazing! And yes you are right... they are truly Three Great Men!!!!

Congratulations! I can't believe you made it.. Andy, bring me back a small stone from the beach in San Diego. I want to put it on my coffee table as a reminder of what my crazy nephew did. Good Job!!

What an amazing accomplishment guys!!! I'm sure it was a great adventure. Andy, hope to see if in Canandaigua, I'll have plenty of questions for you. Congrats again and take care!!! Ryan

Congrats Guys!! followed the blog through the whole run, still unbelievable...i think if you were true champs you guys would run back here to new york...haha jk...once again awesome job guys....

Hey guys! Congratulations! Glad you guys made it and we are proud of you. If you ever pass through Texas again, look us up. Again, great job. Mike

I'm so proud of you guys. I have followed your blog every day since you left us in Paris, TX. I worried when you were not feeling well or had bad weather, laughed and enjoyed your pics and blogs, and have just felt really blessed to have been a small part of your journey. I'll miss logging in each day to check on you. Enjoy San Diego!

NATION!!! You guys are so inspirational. I am so proud of all of you.. Always..ALWAYS follow your dreams. Now its time to Celebrate!! Like Aunt Mary said before.. "Your Gonna miss this.." Matt, we love you and can't wait to see you again. 12lbs Matt?? Must be all muscle.. you look soooo skinny.

Pictures! Pictures!!!! We want pictures!!!! Can't wait to see pictures of you all at the Pacific! love, Aunt Mary

Congratulations on a long tough journey. I'll be heading the other direction in 2 1/2 years ;-) Enjoy the time off and have fun in the marathon! It's a fun course. John Virginia Beach, VA

Andy, Matt, and Ken...its been a some time since you first made it to Texas back in March. Congratulations on making this dream come true. You should all be very proud on what you have just done.

Nice job guys, very nice. I am very proud of all three of you. Seeing you guys jump into the ocean was amazing!

Congratulations boys! Sounds like an amazing adventure, can't wait to hear more stories this summer Ken. See you at camp! :-)

Cheeseburger, cheeseburger, cheeseburgers........

Thank you Andy, Matt and Ken for giving us true testimony to what the human spirit can accomplish. It may appear that "NationRun" ended on a sandy beach in San Diego today embraced by the Pacific Ocean. But "NationRun" is a spirit that live on and on. It's like a gift that will keep on giving as "NationRun" will inspire so many to be something they never thought they could be. You have lifted us up to new heights. What courage you have shown. This fantasy turned reality transcends athletic accomplishment and statistical greatness. "NationRun" is a legacy that you have left us. But the most important recipients are the three young men who gave "NationRun" a life of its own. May the three of you take that spirit of accomplishment --- that will to achieve --- and bring that spirit to a world that really needs YOU. Thanks again for the incredible journey. But I just have one question, Andy, and I asked it to Char the other night..."How the hell did Durkin gain 12 pounds?"...NATIONRUN FOREVER!

Andy, Matt, and Ken, Congratulations!!!!! We just saw you on the 11:00 news on WBNG TV ---- jumping into the Pacific!!!! WOW!!! What an accomplishment!!! We couldn't be happier for you seeing your dream come true!! Enjoy your family and your friends, and most of all, the memories!!!! With love, The Moodys :)

Watching you three round the corner in La Jolla was one of the greatest moments in my life!! When the three of you dove into the Pacific Ocean it brought your amazing adventures to a close. We are so proud of your accomplishments and commitment. We love you!

Next stop - Pacific Ocean! Go Nation!

I have been waiting for the end of May for a long long long time! I am so excited to finally spend time with you boys in Sunny San Diego:) ~Congratulations on a dream come true~

I cannot believe I am going to be in the same state as you guys tomorrow!! Its been too long but I am extremely proud of you boys...See you soon!!!

almost there lads, great job

Matt, You're going to miss this...... but I'm sure there IS life after "Nation Run"..... Enjoy the last few moments of your adventure. love you, Aunt Mary

Ken & Co. - Congrats on such a wonderful achievement, we're all so proud of you. Ken, let's catch up when you return home! -Joe

Andy, Ken, Rick and Matt; At the 2006 Indoor ECAC Sully was feeling terrible but she kept getting up to run it seemed like she was entered in every other event, I told her that day that she was my hero, she still is, but now I have three more. Like everyone else I want to Thank You, for taking us along on your trip, Mama D and I can't wait to see you all in San Diego and I will be trying to get a step up on the list and beat out Owen. Stay strong, keep your rhythm and Rick you now know something the guys discovered some time ago, why most transcontinental runs go from west to east and what a great country there is out there. "Nation". We love you all. Mama and Papa D

AMAZING JOB!!! still watching you guys from the "Dark Side"

Now you have experienced how it is to live, at least for a couple of days: Under the Sea (level) at warm 111 *F temp, on day 111 of your trip. in the middle of the Sonora Desert being interviewed with Border Patrol after being mistaken ID as an Illegal Undocumented Immigrant. Enjoy your trip. God Bless.

Nice having you by. . . I know you will never forget our "warm welcome" you really break records. Including Temperature records! Thank you for including us in your accomodations. May God Almighty be with you on your journey in life!

Finish Strong Boys! Welcome to the "Dark Side" running club.

Good luck to you all on the home stretch. Just want you to know that your blogs have been a part of my everyday life. It made me smile, laugh, and sometimes brought me to tears to read about your remarkable run. You have proved that dreams do come true, and you have made your families proud. More good times and successes are ahead for you.

Andy - I can't believe your adventure is almost at an end. It seems as if the farther west you've traveled, the faster time has flown. I think some of your adrenaline high is spilling over onto me. I'm so excited for you all. You living your dream has made it possible for me to get to know you in a whole new way. Nation pride and determination! Love ya!

YO DUDES! only a few days/miles left.can't wait to see you pound the beach. proud of all of you. ken, have you talked your father into renting you a beemer? aim high.

Hey guys! Great work :) I cant believe that you are almost to the Pacific Ocean, seems like we were all just down in Georgia - I cant even begin to imagine all the memories that you guys have made. Best of luck with the rest of your trip and enjoy the awsome feeling of accomplishment you get when you make it there. Have fun with your bro at the METS game - mikes friend - ana :)

GO RICK!! Glad to see you've joined the nation team! You guys ROCK!!!

Looking forward to seeing you in the Pacific. I am Linda Sacra's sister in Midland, TX. You met Linda in Roswell, NM. She has been worrying about you like she does about her own children. I'm afraid you have picked up a lot of "other mothers." Good luck MJ

Ken, Matt and Andy - I will really miss your blogs after you have reached your goal. I have followed your adventures every single day and am so impressed by the way you dealt with everything that was "thrown" at you. Your families must be so proud of you. Lots of luck for the future!

WOW!!! I cannot believe you guys have come this far, its almost over! You all must feel so proud of yourselves and I bet you can't wait to rub it in the faces of those who doubted you. You are all amazing. Keep up the great work, and enjoy the rest of this exhilirating experience. I cannot wait to hear all about it, in person! I love you all! -KraZy

I personally think that todays blog was especially awesome...KEN you and I have a few road trips of our own to good ol' Albion partner.....you guys are kickin butt make the most of your last few days!

Hi Matt I can't believe your in California. Buy me a souvenier !I'm at my friend Amanda's house.Amanda says good luck.See you soon!

it's great to see some mention and pictures of a disc being thrown around... i've been waiting for it! keep it up guys, almost there...

Andy, Ken & Matt; Congratulations on another week, another state and reaching a state that has a coastline on the Pacific Ocean. We are proud of all of you and all you have accomplished so far. Rest up in Blythe and recharge for your last "Nation" week. Think of the journey so far and feel all the kindness and hospitality that has sped you on your way so far. If those thoughts are not enough to help you to your destination then consider how your achieving your dream may effect the lives of those you have touched during the past four months. We love you all stay strong, stay healthy, keep your rhythm we can't wait to see you. "Nation" Mama and Papa D

woohoo.. California! You guys are so close I bet you can taste it. Enjoy the last days of your journey, We are all so proud of you. Love you.. Aunt CJ Uncle Carl and kids

My mother wanted me to tell all three of you that she is sorry she did not get to say good bye before you left. She wishes all of you a save journey. And, I'm glad you enjoyed my mother's Potato Salad. Be safe! Coleen

Congratulations Andy, Ken, & Matt on reaching California!! You guys are warriors! We can't wait to see you in San Diego. We love you!

boy what a breath of fresh air you guys are.. many cudos for you guys and your endevors.. was great meeting you all and having you here at Somewhere Az. Wish I had had a better place for you to stay but seeing the 40-50 mph winds thru the night at least you were out of it.. good luck guys and be safe. rusty, bouse az.

Is it true that the three of you were all over 300 pounds when you started the trip? :-) Yall were less than 150 when we met at the restaurant in Yarnell AZ. Your run is something we also will never forget. Thanks for giving us a way to follow your adventure. Well done fellows!

durkin, theres a new star wars film comming out this summer. more motivation to finish out the last few weeks. enjoy it though, and ken and diddy, you better stay on the east coast so at least some of our family is there when i come home at the end of october. DK congrats on the new job and i will make every effort to visit you. love you all, just run!

Excuse me???? Not sure if being recognized as a Calvert is a compliment????? ooooooooooo Matt..... all I have to say is "Noted!" love you, Aunt Mary

Hi Andy - so glad all of you guys are feeling better and on your way again. I love the pictures of the Grand Canyon, but it did make me uneasy to see you standing and sitting on the edge of those rocks. Glad I didn't see those photos until you had safely moved on. Now that you have added hair, you'll have to add some weight when you get home. Stay safe and enjoy! Love ya!

Matt - Betsy paid you a compliment of the "highest order" by saying she could see the Calvert in you. How could you even questions that?!?! Remember, Aunt Lois (Calvert) Semenetz loves you!

dude, i am really impressed by what you have been doing. i was so excited when i learned that you are doing such a crazy thing. i hope you come back to camp and have some time to share some of your stories

Andy, Ken and Matt; Congratulations on putting another week in the books. Glad to hear you are all feeling better. Remember the words of that noted philosopher Kyle (Los) Walcott (and here I will paraphrase) do not kill yourselves, enjoy the run. Should be downhill for a little while longer. We love you guys, glad you found Bedrock. We will see you soon. Mama and Papa D P.S. Sunday May 11th is Mother's Day.

Giggles gave me the shot glass from the Grand Canyon tonight! thank youuu soo much! And for the postcard it was definately put a smile on my face after a day with 20 1st graders from hell! See you boys in 17 dayssss!

Hi Matt, Ken & Andy! So glad to hear Mae was able to connect you with that Holiday Inn Hospitality! Wow! And Wow, you are 3 tough guys! Amazing Adventure! Keep Truckin' Nation, You're are almost there! Cindy

Matt and Friends, I'm Your mom's cousin from Prescott. Way to Go! I emailed you w/ contact info. Call me! Have fun in AZ! Good Luck, Betsy and Kirby