Week 5...How did I get this far?

Hello bloggers! So today my dad asks me why I haven't been running. He thought I hadn't gotten my miles in this week. Perhaps because I have been so negligent on my blog? It is a possibility. Haha. Well anyways, I did indeed run all of my miles. Well actually, I haven't run my 9 miles but I am tomorrow. This weekend got away from me. And besides, I kinda like the weekend for recovery. And this schedule is flexible, so no judgements! Haha. 


Last weeks runs were AMAZING. Run 5 miles? No big deal. Run 3 miles? Pshhh I can do that in my sleep. I have already been doing this for 5 weeks. I can't believe it. The fact that I can see improvement really helps keep me motivated. I am going to register for a half-marathon for the end of the summer before I go back to school. I feel like it'll be a good stepping stone before the marathon. 


Well everyone, I have to say, I have fallen in love with running. You know why? Running will always be here for me. All I have to do is strap on my shoes and I can go on a run. I can let go of the problems of the world, of my life, of everything that comes crashing down on me. Running has become my outlet. I don't think I can give it up now. I am addicted! 


So here is lesson #2: you can't control what happens to you. People leave you, either by choice, or by tragedy. There is nothing you can do about it. There will be days where the world crashes in around you. But find something and hold onto it. Don't succumb to insecurity or self-doubt. Find something you love and let that heal you. I feel broken today, for many reasons. But I am so grateful that I have found running to help piece myself back together. Between running, great friends, and family, the pieces of my life will always mend back together. I hope all you bloggers find that same comfort. 


Sorry for the change in tone everyone. Just what has been on the brain! Running these many miles gives me WAY too much time to think!


Happy Running! 

Day 18...Run Like You Stole Something

Hello bloggers! Never has the phrase "run like you stole something" seemed more ironic. No, I did not steal anything. My car was broken into last night. Yup, I am an idiot and left my purse in my car. 2 other cars in my neighborhood were broken into, 10 total for my area. Crazy! But what is done is done, so I am just gonna learn my lesson and move on!


So as you can tell readers, today was stressful. I mean, come on, can I catch a break? Haha. So I passed out for 4 hours in the most glorious nap I have taken in awhile and woke up too late to run. I hate to sound paranoid, but tonight, I didn't feel safe running at 10 at night like I did just the other day. And I live in a safe neighborhood/area! Just gotta let the jitters out and it'll be all good.


I am a little nervous about my fundraising. Cause...there has been none so far. I really need help promoting my cause! Help!


Tomorrow I will do my 4 miles from today. I think I just like this schedule better. I am so scared of being injured or having an asthma attack that I don't wanna push it. Looks like this week, I have to work through fear. Be more secure with myself. I am telling ya, this really is a journey!


Happy Running Everyone! And don't forget to bring in all belongings from your car! Peace!

Day 17...Not So Great!

Hello Bloggers. It has been 17 days already! 2 1/2 weeks into this beast! Well everyone...I am officially registered in the Marine Corps Marathon! Wahoo! Now I just need to raise $750 for the Make A Wish foundation and I will be golden! I am going to need all the help I can get, so every dollar counts!


Well, today was a hard run. Not as easy as last nights run. I had my first asthma attack since being home. But it's not a big deal. I was able to finish my 3 miles and then get home and take my medicine before it escalated too far. It is frustrating because I am doing everything I can to control it, but it's never enough. I will work through it. I am committed to this now! I have to keep running. Gotta keep doing my miles.


I also bought a swim suit so that I can do my laps on cross training days! Woo! Moving ahead. Other than running, I am just working and hanging around my family. I saw two of my friends today, so that was way fun! But it's summer, so people go out of town, some of my friends live across the country...some nights, it gets lonely! I am currently waiting to skype Rachel again. Because I miss having her live right down the hall from me! Haha. Pathetic, I know.


I am posting the link for my donation page here on my blog. It would really mean a lot to me if you would donate, even if it is just a dollar. I have seen how the Make A Wish foundation has changed children's lives. They give children what they need most: hope. Please help me help a child! Oh, and help me put that 26.2 bumper sticker on my car!
Donation Page


Happy running! Peace!

Day 16 and Oh So Great!

Hello bloggers! All I have to say is WOW. This is the run I have been waiting for. The run where I can feel my body getting in shape The run where I don't think about every step I am taking, trying to push myself through the run, but the run where I think about fundraising, and what running the actual marathon feels like. It was a solid run. Hey, not bad for an asthmatic with a bruised tailbone and a pulled groin muscle. I guess my body is used to performing with pain. I guess all those years dancing on a bum hip actually came in handy. Haha. 


So bloggers, this leaves me to one conclusion: I CAN run this marathon in October. Not only can I run a marathon in October, I can run the Marine Corps Marathon. Yes, I can. Sure, I am not running super long distances yet, but my body is getting into shape. I can get used to running 26.2 miles. I can do this. But not without your help. I am going to email the Make a Wish Foundation and see if they will sponsor me. This late in the game, the only way to get a race number is to run for a charity and have them sponsor you. So this means fundraising. I have to raise a minimum of $750. Not too bad. It will be donated to a child in the D.C. to help one of their wishes come true. I will post more information about it tomorrow. I will also post a donation page. Any donation is welcome. Remember, I will not be getting any money out of this. It will all go straight to Make a Wish foundation. Well bloggers, can you help my wish to put that 26.2 sticker on  my car come true?  


Happy Running! Peace!

Hello Again, It's Been So Long

Hello bloggers! Sorry I haven't been updating. The truth is...there hasn't been much to update. This was a bad running week. I got off my schedule because I had to go to a funeral, so I only did half of my running requirement. And you know what bloggers? I bet I could've found the time to crank out my miles, but you know what? I am tired. Emotionally tired. This week, I just didn't have the mental strength to push through those miles. And next week I may have to pay the consequences of that, but you know what? It is a new week. This week, it is ok that I am sad and grieving. Next week, I will pull myself up and keep on running. Next week schedule:


Monday: break
Tuesday: 3 mile run
Wednesday: 4 mile run
Thursday: 3 mile run
Friday: Off
Saturday: 5 miles
Sunday: Cross train 


Ready. Set. Go.


Happy Running! Peace!