Countdown to San Diego Rock n Roll 1/2 marathon

It is finally almost here. When I first agreed to do this silly run, I had months to prepare and months to convince myself that I wasn't going to do it. Now just to put it out there, I can run, I have learned to love to run but I can't say I am a natural runner. I love the solitude of it. Running is perfect for someone who is more introverted than most of her family and friends. If I could do the 1/2 in quarter mile sprints however with a minute rest I would much rather do that.

I cant begin to tell you how much better I feel though because of the running and even though he wont admit it, I think Kent feels better too. There aren't many things that couples can do together, but I have learned to run with a partner and it is okay. But I will be running solo on race day.

This isn't my first organized run, but it is my first big one. I have run Pat's Run twice. One pre torn ACL and this past one in April. I love the excitement that is buzzing around on race day and the sense of community. At least with Pats Run we were packed in like sardines so you got to know your neighbor very well and we had a 1/2 hour delay because of walk up registrations.

So as of today we are officially at 12 days and counting down. My runs are tapering, I am tired and cranky, which I guess is normal? I don't feel like I am ready, but hey, if you don't have new obstacles and challenges in your life where are all of your opportunities to grow and change and hopefully be a better person on the other side?