So, in training for an upcoming half-marathon... I've been going on long runs. This past Sunday I took one of those, however, it was not a good run. Maybe it would have helped if I'd eaten better the day before (sun chips and wine do not a healthy dinner make). Maybe starting out fast was a bad idea - though I would have PR'd a 5k had I been running one. Maybe I should have worn my vest or at least some extra layer to keep warm when I switched to walking halfway through. Coulda, woulda, shoulda -- I know.
However... had I been running, there were some amazing things I would have missed out on. For instance, wending my way up a curvy, deserted road surrounded by trees. Well, that part I would have experienced, but I wouldn't have been nearing the top when I'd hear "pa-pat, pa-pat, pa-pat" and watch three runners peacefully glide past me. Two of them looked to be in their 70s, accompanied by a woman around my age. Their rhythm sounded like horses trotting on a dirt trail, and there was something down right magical about them. I thought "Oh, I could run like that if I kept at it..." and the old man turned and looked at me and smiled.
About half a mile later, I'm in a charming part of the neighborhood, and I see a woman and her young son across the street. They're in my periphery, so I haven't really glanced at them, just registered them on my radar. The little boy stops to look at a construction site, and then runs to catch up with his mom. Get this. He's wearing a full-on Batman suit. Complete with cape, and he's got the hood on too. He chases after his mom, and she reaches her hand down to take his, never missing a step.
It was nice to see that even a superhero needs his mom from time to time.
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It can be difficult to coordinate due to our busy schedules (mmmmokay, your busy schedule) but I really think we should start running together again!
A few falls ago we were able to do it a few times a week which then developed into a group effort with our lovely friends on Saturday mornings! And that's when I realised, hey, running is kind of cool. In fact, I think I may even love it!
If only I channeled my love and passion into ACTION! Now therein lies my dilemma. ;)
So on that note, let's dedicate an hour or two a week to do this together. That may motivate even ME to run a half marathon and you know how I loathe races and organized (large) group runs! Thoughts?
Yes. But Lady, most of the time I run in the AM, at time which I know you are loathe to be awake let alone run! However - that doesn't mean that we *can't* find a mutually agreeable time each week.
Running with friends is really enjoyable and I miss running with you regularly. Our runs a few falls ago had me in good shape, and I know I benefitted from the extra endorphins -- something I could use again. Will you help hold me accountable in making this happen? Please do. xo!
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