Is there a better way to start the new year than with a RACE?
Vanna was up sick all night, so I left the house alone this morning.
No little cheerleaders to love me across the finish line.
No tiny runners to run with me for the last 30 feet.
No amazing running partner named Nat who's sick too.
Just me, myself and I.
There was one runner in front of me named Marcy, with a Y, and she had lots of cheerleaders.
I just pretended they were cheering for me.
That was fun, and helpful.
A nice lady also stuck with me to help me keep pace.
That was fun, and helpful too!
When I felt like slowing down, she reminded me pick up my legs, and my pace. When I came to a hill, she reminded me to let my legs lengthen and speed up. I wish I had someone like that every race.
My goal was 22 minutes.
I didn't reach my goal.
Next time.
I ran 23 minutes, which is the same time I got late in October. I am glad I am back where I was before my surgery.
Guess what else I'm glad about?
I won an award in my age division. A gift certificate to the running store!
When they called my name, I couldn't resist jumping up and down. Did I really hear my name?
I even let out a little scream.
I was so excited to tell Chad that I ran all the way back to my car to call him.
My first award!
I'm in shock!
I'm saving it for some new running shoes.
My sweet running team that I coached gave me a gift certificate to the same store after the last running season ended.
Isn't that so thoughtful?
It too is going toward my new running shoes.
Happy New Year!!!!!!!!
6 comments:
yay Marci!! You are inspiring and amazing!!
yay for marci!!!
Way to go, Marci! We're glad that you're back in shape so quickly after all that surgery. We love you very much!
Dad & Mom Green
Way to go girl. Wish you were closer to me, although you are a speed demon! I am contemplating a marathon this year; have you done one?
Laci! I think you should do it! What marathon are you thinking of? I have never done one, but there is a small desire inside me that keeps growing larger. Years ago I said I would never do one, and I talked to this girl who's done 20, and she said it is scary every time, but I think it would be fun! Do you know what worries me the most? Having to go to the bathroom during a marathon. I wish we could do one together. The one i'm looking at starts sign ups this feb, so I have a month to decide. You're amazing Laci! What other races have you signed up for?
Way to go Marci!
Post a Comment