Morning begins in beautiful La Crosse, Lauryn Schieffer from WXOW TV19 met the women's team for an interview.
Vasudha introduced the Peace Run and this year's gesture of honoring America's 250 year anniversary while running for peace and friendship
A morning gift of rain, a welcome refreshment.
The women's team starts their morning miles.
The serene beauty and nature brought out Mahiya's childlike heart to have some innocent fun.
On the way to the first meeting of the day.
Mayor Krista Browne and the residents of Viroqua warmly welcomed the runners at Viroqua City Hall.
A short introduction of the Peace Run, then...
...the torch is passed to everyone present.
Thank you to everyone for offering your own hopes for peace. We will carry those with us as we run.
Holding the Peace Torch is a highlight of any Peace Run gathering.
Mayor Browne and her family lead the way through the city center of Viroqua.
Thank you so much for such a nice welcome!
The final destination is Bigley Park!
Community spirit in Viroqua is very strong!
Everyone joins in to sing the World Harmony Run song, composed by Peace Run founder, Sri Chinmoy.
Next, the young Viroquan's invite the team to express their creativity.
Joyful time with the children!
Thank you so much for everything! We had a wonderful time in Viroqua!
Everyone experiences the happy spirit of Viroqua. It will remain in our heart's long after this day is done.
Many friendly locals come out to meet the team.
Multitasking in Wisconsin.
"I have millions of flowers in my heart-garden, but I love the silence-flower infinitely more than any other flower." -Sri Chinmoy
Thank you everyone for another beautiful day full of friendship, joy, peace and unity!
