There's something uniquely thrilling about being among 40,000 people with the same goal - in person. To run a race and cross the finish line. I can already feel the adrenaline swelling within. If you've never tried it, start out with a local 5k. That was my first race. And then I went straight to a full marathon, 26.2 miles. And now I'm hooked. Even though lately, I might only get in 1-2 runs a week. At least it's not ZERO.
Running a race is the equivalent of attending a writer's conference. So many like-minded individuals sharing the same dream, sidled up next to each other to soak in the wisdom of those who have gone before. Imagine. A writer's retreat AND a race, rolled into one event. It's coming. For Writers Who Run.
But today, I run. And hope to not be in too much pain afterwards (and during). I do see ice packs on the horizon. Catch you next week, in a book, on the road, or somewhere in between.
What are YOU going to do this weekend?
Keep on keepin' on...
Have a great race, Christie! I am intrigued by your teaser for Writers Who Run coming in 2016. Ooh, the suspense!
ReplyDeleteI ran the race in about an hour and 20 minutes. Haven't checked the official time yet. It seems like every year I get slower. But still, that's pretty good considering I hurt my knee a few weeks ago and then later my back. But I'm all in one piece. Suspense is good though, right Romelle?
DeleteAs a volunteer for our regional SCBWI conference, I was on duty from 7:00 am to late evening. Tomorrow I will rest up. Great conference. Very tired.
ReplyDeleteWhich one was it, Rosi? I love conferences. Hope you rest up faster than me. I'm pretty sore, but still looking forward to my next run.
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