I have to admit that after 10 miles last week, I was really not looking forward to this week's 11 miles, but after hitting the snooze button several times I talked myself into hitting the pavement. I was pretty disappointed when I didn't feel all that great for the first 4 1/2 miles but after that I really got into the zone and at 5 1/2 miles was elated to do my "halfway there" victory dance. Running today really got me thinking, partially because there isn't that much else to do while running 11 miles and partially because running has become a rather reflective active for me. Here are some of my more memorable observations from today:
1. The sun coming up behind the trees is intensely beautiful and awe-inspiring.
2. Early in the morning the dew on the grass looks like glitter.
3. I apparently love the smell of petunias.
4. Men only get up early on the weekends for a few things: golf, football and the occasional fishing trip.
5. There is such a thing as a "second wind." There are also "third," "fourth" and "fifth" winds. The human body is truly an amazing thing!
6. While running one really good song can make you feel like a total bad ass.
7. Once the pain begins, it is not likely the pain will retreat until you stop running.
8. After 10 miles I get tunnel vision.
9. To train for a marathon you must either be completely insane or completely stubborn...I am the latter.
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