Monday, August 13, 2012

Just a Little Run

Yesterday Carrie and I did yet another 1/2 marathon. It was my third total but my first since having Wesley. It was AWESOME! It was here in beautiful Healdsburg, through the vineyards, with my family and friends waiting at the finish line. What could be better? Uhhhh, shaving 13 minutes from my previous time, that's what could be better! I was shocked how well I did. I wasn't really racing, nor did I really train for it... but I guess when my daily jog includes pushing around 50 pounds of kids and 20 pounds of stroller, when I get a chance to run alone it means I am now lighter.... and apparently faster! I made it through 13.1 mile in 2 hours and 49 seconds!!!! Man, just 50 seconds less and I could have said I ran it in under 2 hours!!!!! Next time. (October 14). But I feel really great about it all. I was 12th in my age group (though I don't know how many there were.... probably 13) ;) Besides feeling stiff and my knees hurting a little I am feeling great. Supper happy I was able to complete it and do better then I had even hoped for! Anyone want to join me in 8 weeks?

5 comments:

  1. Congrats! You should be very proud----I know I am!!!!!!

    love ya, Aunt Dottie

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  2. It was so fun to get to see you run across that finish line with such a big smile. And kudos to Matthew for putting in as many miles as he ran trying to keep up with Malla while they waited for you. You giys are an awesome family!!
    Dad

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  3. Congratulations!!! You are like a super hero!

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  4. So proud of you!!! You are amazing and a inspiration to me. I wish I could join you for the next one. Especially if it was around H-town!

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