I'm still running.. I've completed two 5ks. I would like to complete a 10k before the end of the year. I'm having a hard time finding an official one, plus money is a bit tight. So, I think I'm just going to map one out and do it myself. I also have plans to participate in a HALF MARATHON next year. I can't believe I just typed that.. but yes. I'm going to do it.
Here's a quick update for ya. This is what I posted on Facebook today. I thought it would be better to just copy/paste that post instead of trying to explain everything all over again.
Good Morning friends and family. Happy November 1st and more importantly, Happy Friday! Every year many of us participate in the "Thankful Challenge" where you post something you are thankful for everyday for the month of November. This year, I am not participating. My lack of participation is not because I have nothing to be thankful for- it's just the opposite. I have so much to be thankful for, that instead of simply posting a FB status stating it, I want to show it. I want to give back for everything I am thankful for.
Last November, we were in a car accident. It wasn't nearly as bad as it could have been but after ending up in a ditch with your children- it really makes you realize how fast your life can change. In February of this year, just after finishing my first 5k, N went missing. He was only missing for maybe 5 minutes but those 5 minutes still haunt both J and I to this day. Those were the scariest and longest 5 minutes of our lives. Over the summer J's Dad was in the ICU and we didn't know if he would ever come out. A few weeks ago, my Mom was in the hospital and I didn't know if she would make it either. These are just a few of the "highlights" (for lack of a better word) that make you really take a step back and think about everything you have in your life that you should be thankful for. So, with this not only being the month of Thanksgiving but also the month I turn 32- I want go out of my way to give back. I want to do more than letting someone in front of me in traffic, more than leaving an extra few bucks for a tip, more than donating my change to whatever fundraiser bucket is sitting on the clerk's counter.
Today- Day 1. I want to bring your attention to a group that I joined a few months ago that has brought such joy into my life. K joined as well and it has been a very humbling experience. If you are a runner, walker, or someone that is just willing to dedicate your exercises to those who can't- then please consider joining IRun4. If you, or someone you know, has a special needs child- please tell them about the group as well. As it has been said many times, God gave me the gift of mobility- but what about those who don't have it?
I Run 4 Bridget. Her Mom, K, has welcomed me and my family with open arms, and we have welcomed her and her family, including Bridget's sister M who's son is also a part of the group and has his own runner. On my down days, I remember Bridget and how she is able to find joy in everything. If you want to know more about the group, visit www.whoirun4.com.
Bridget- My first act this month is to dedicate 100 miles to you! K gave me a funny look when I told her I was going to run (with probably lots of walking) 100 miles this month but as my favorite saying goes "If your dreams don't scare you, they're not big enough".
So there ya have it! Those are my plans. I'll fill you in on more tomorrow. I need to get my munchkin in bed before the new Undercover Boss comes on!
Happy Fall Ya'll!
