Monday, August 27, 2007

A nice run

I started out this morning just going out for a casual run. I didn't know what kind of run I wanted to do- a long run or short intervals.
I turned left and just kept going and going and going. It felt so good. I ended up running to my son's school and back. Not that 5 miles is all that, but it did feel great. It took me about 40 min. I am happy with that time.
I would like to work up to a half-marathon. I need to incorporate a training plan for that.

Saturday, August 18, 2007

It's official- I have the picture to prove it!

Well, I did it-- My first Triathlon. I rank it up there with the top 5 wonderful things that I have done in my life.

Monday, August 13, 2007

I did it!!!

Wow! That is the only word I can use to describe the feeling of completing a triathlon. No, I didn't finish first, but I did finish. I can only improve from here. I will post pictures later.
My dad came down from LaGrange to watch me. I loved it. His head was bald from the chemo and radiation, but he was there anyway cheering me on. Thanks Dad for the encouragement. My boys and husband were there and my good friend, Juli. Thanks to all of you.

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

terrific tuesday...

started out with a bike ride. Out of the three sports - swimming, biking and running-Biking is the sport I don't excel at.
So, my friend Sharon's brother-Darron is trying to help me. He is a cyclist and he has been showing me some moves. Yesterday we met for a ride. I thought I was ready. He wore my butt out. We rode 18 miles today and 20 miles yesterday. I felt so good today after the ride.

Saturday, August 4, 2007

Family Day

I love Saturdays. We are able to be together and make memories. Today we just about finished painting the Master Bathroom. I am resting today. No run, or swim not even a bike ride. Monday I am going to ride with Sharon's brother, Darren. He is a cyclist and he is going to give me some pointers.
Just one week until my first Triathlon. Getting ready.

Friday, August 3, 2007

A good run...after a day of sitting

I went to see my dad today in LaGrange. It was so good to see him. He was in pain, but he was able to hold his own and we were able to talk about his will and what he wants to happen if he were to pass away. You might think I am weird but I was actually relieved. The whole day was spent with him and then I was able to come home and run 4 miles in 39 min. Very happy. Gearing up for next weekend-My first Triathlon.

Thursday, August 2, 2007

My Dad is in the Hospital

He called me this morning and said he had some good news and some bad news. Bad news he was in the hospital-stomach problems. Good news is that his tumor in his lung was shrinking just after 3 radiation treatments. Very good news. They have given him some pain medicine. I am going to drive to see him (about 2 hours away).