I made a decision today, I am going to run a half marathon. I have wanted to do one for years and I have been following my cousin, Kelly, in her Chicago marathon adventure. Our family has been so proud of her and this amazing accomplishment. I figured the only way I would take this seriously is to register and send in my fees. I did that today. I am also running a 5K on Thanksgiving morning which will be an accomplishment for me, because I have never ran a race, but nothing compared to the half marathon.
My yearbook editor is a runner and she said she will set up a running schedule for me. I was too embarrassed to ask her for one for the 5K too. I run off and on but I have a lot of conditioning to do. I have to work my light days around my Zumba classes and then there are my stomach issues. I've also got Paul's health to worry about but I've decided I am not letting any excuse get in the way. I'm kind of stubborn when I put my mind to something (must be the Taurus in me). I'm counting on that.
Right now I am thinking, "What the hell are you getting yourself into now?" I've decided that you always make time for the things you love. I love my family (adopted family included), my critters, and myself. I always am there for my family and I love working with my critters. This is the thing I am doing for myself. I am the type of person that always needs a challenge so here is the next chapter.
Thank you Kelly for the motivation. I'm counting on my loved ones to keep me focused. I will keep a regular log on here for myself and anyone that wants to peek in on my journey. It may only be a half marathon and it may be in boring Toledo, but it is my marathon and I will work to do my best.
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