The week began with some sadness as we remembered the anniversary of April 19th. That sadness has given way to happiness and excitement as the Marathon is tomorrow. I'm super excited (and more than a bit nervous). I'm doing the half marathon- the hubs is doing the full. My training has NOT been what it should have been, but it'll be OK. It's going to hurt and it's going to take a long time, but it'll be OK. It might take me as long as it took me to do my first marathon, but as long as I can put my ego aside and just have a good time- it'll all be OK.
I'm excited, I'm nervous, I'm anxious, I'm ready to go...
Bring it, OKC!!
5 comments:
Tri-Girl,
I'm so impressed! No way could I run a half-marathon, no way would I want to. ;)
You have exactly the right attitude for it which should make it a good experience. Best of luck tomorrow and thanks for running in the 10th anniversary run - hard to believe it has been that long.
Thanks, Susan.
The hubs is running the full, and since we're riding together I'm in no hurry to finish my half and wait around for hours for him to finish. I might as well take my time and enjoy every mile.
The best part of the race is coming down Classen (when you're the most tired) with the names of all the victims on banners lining the course (they're all along the course). It makes the pain go away and gives you inspiration to go on. I cry every time- I just pretend the tears are sweat and wipe them away. ;)
That must be so powerful. I would cry too, hell I have tears in my eyes now.
Congratulations!! This is the first marathon I have not participated as a spectator in since 2001. Life interuptus. It is always so inspiring and renews my spirit... soooooo proud of you (and hubby). Super job!!! And great pics too.... very fun. Gives me chills.
Thanks, Annie. I LOVE this race. It was my first marathon five years ago, so I''m quite fond of it for so many reasons.
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