Let's Run (fess)

I runfess... I refused to give my latest injury much press for fear of sounding like (and more so feeling like) a bitter old woman.  I just hopped on Sanity and let her work her magic.  I cycled 334 miles between the time I found out I had a true fracture in my "good" foot and my follow-up appointment to make sure it had healed.  334 miles.    If you are reading this on Friday morning, I've probably just run for the first time.  And, I'm expecting a few happy tears.  

Thank you, girl!

I runfess... I did throw a wee pity party after my diagnosis, although I did not let it morph into a pity vacation.   Let's just say there were too many Mexi-Cali burritos consumed during the gala (with copious amounts of sour cream and the necessary accompanying margaritas) and countless late night spoonful's of  Justin's Vanilla Almond Butter eaten in a dark kitchen. You'll be proud to know I did not purchase a single frosted shortbread cookie from Starbucks.  {Gasp -- I know!}

I runfess... Seeing the azaleas begin their amazing bursts of color last weekend while cycling made my heart sing, just like the birds I could hear over my music.  However, the realization is -- our summer will be right behind with it's suffocating heat and humidity, with it's lower running paces and lessons of humility.  After all, it's already been knocking on the door of 80 degrees all week.  Be forewarned, there may be a little whining until I get over it.



At Callaway Gardens

I runfess... Due to my aforementioned plight, I put my racing plans on hold with nothing on the calendar except for a lone March half I had already signed up for.  At least I'll get to spend time with Tricia, whether I choose to participate or simply be her race support.  Other plans are being worked through with frenzy.  I've already upped my cycling mileage to prepare for a Metric Century Ride with fellow friend and blogger Teresa (although we still haven't chosen which one!)   I've got two stunningly scenic races in the works for Spring:  Door County Half Marathon with my dear friend Wendy and the Utah Valley Half Marathon where I hope to visit with other bloggers and friends.  



Scenery such as this?     Yes, please!

I runfess... I thought it was going to be too difficult to get to Utah as I would be out of town.  Then I realized there are airports everywhere (duh).  I just couldn't pass on their 10th anniversary commemorative jacket and large finisher medal.  I hope I can work out the details without spending an airfare fortune.  I've run one other downhill half through the canyons.  That Colorado race still reigns supreme at the top of all 47 half and full courses.  I expect those Utah canyons to be the same kind of scenic, speedy and downhill delight.  Will this race move into my number one spot?  Stay tuned!    I was given an extra race entry by the nice people in Utah.  If anyone is interested in running the full, half or 10k distance on June 10th -- please comment below!

 

 

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