Sorry to anyone who got a half-finished post by me in their Google Reader! For some unknown reason, Ecto decided that it would be a good idea to publish my rough draft for tomorrow’s post instead of saving it! I deleted it, but some of you may have still gotten it in your reader. Sorry!
Half Marathon Verdict
This morning, I attempted my first run in weeks, since I have been babying my IT band and shin injury. I ran/walked 1.9 miles in about 25:00, and it now feels like someone is stabbing a fork into the side of my knee. Since it still hurts over an hour and a half later, and since I only ran less than 1/6 the distance of the half, I have decided to pull out of the race.
Hearing Kelley talk about her training and experiences with last year’s Princess Half is what initially got me started on running. This race was why I started running in the first place, so as you can imagine, I’m a bit bummed. But I also know that this decision is the best for me in the long run.
My plane ticket is nonrefundable, so I will still be traveling to Orlando on Friday night. I have a fun bloggie lunch date planned for Saturday, will get to cheer on my friends and spend quality time with them, and will soak up a bit of the Floridian warmth, so I’m still excited to go!
Any Floridians want to be spectators at the race with me on Sunday morning? I’d love the company!!
I’m trying to stay positive about the whole thing, so today seems appropriate for…
The Little Things #9!
The little things making me happy today are….
1. I listened to my body and made the difficult, but best, decision for me.
2. I get to escape the Wisconsin cold for a few days of sun and warmth!
3. I will get to have a fun week with friends, all of whom I will be living far away from come June.
4. I am getting married in 88 days, and our wedding invitations arrived today!
5. I tried my first bowl of savory oatmeal this morning. WHY have I never had this before? It is so good! I shouldn’t have been afraid of savory oats!
Before toppings:
- 1/2 c. oats
- 1 c. water
- 1/2 c. frozen corn
With toppings:
- Black beans
- Raspberry Chipotle salsa
- A little bit of sharp cheddar cheese!
6. It is finally starting to feel like spring outside! It is still cold, but you can feel the spring sun coming on!
7. The knee injury gives me an opportunity to get deeper into my yoga and strength training practices.
8. Friday is Savvy Eats’ half birthday, and there are some exciting things scheduled for it!
What little things are making you happy today?
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