Long Time no See or hear or whatever

MS Bues 1/2 Marathon

In a word- awesome. One of the best race experiences I have ever had.

I have to give background that I sort of had some low expectations for this race. I am happy to report that it exceeded my every expectation. Awesome crowd support, smiling/cheering volunteers, great music, great food, awesome post race at Jackson legendary club Hal and Mal's.... The course almost kicked my behind, but it was worth it. I had a PR in the bag up until mile 11. Doing the mamaw shuffle on the uphills kind of cut into my time. Meh, what are you going to do? This race was really well done, plus it felt good to get the year off to a good fitness start.

I am hoping to reach some new goals in 2008. I have not decided about a marathon at this point. My Chicago marathon experience was so horrible I wasn't sure if I ever wanted to run again. I still want a marathon medal under my belt.... we'll see. This year I am hoping to conquer the triathlon. Again, we'll see.

I hope to be able to celebrate my accomplishments and appreciate the body I was given instead of focusing on what I can't do and what I don't look like. To have good health is amazing. I need to remind myself of that daily.