My long awaited run is here. I feel like this is the longest I've ever taken to train, and the biggest event that I have trained for. I'm kind of disappointed I didn't go for the full marathon this time, but given how hard it was for me to put in the time and commitment for just a half, it's probably for the best. The full will come.
So a few feelings as I get ready to leave for San Francisco...
Freaking excited - I've heard this course is amazing. Seeing the Golden Gate Bridge. The hills of San Francisco, maybe I shouldn't be so excited about this one. Firefighters delivering Tiffany necklaces at the end. CHOCOLATE MILE at mile 12 sponsored by Ghiradelli...need I say more?
Disappointed - I'm disappointed for 2 reasons. Our trip is cut significantly short because of Bear's work. We are driving out at the crack of dawn on Saturday morning and driving back Sunday night. Not what I was hoping for my first trip to San Fran. And I'm disappointed my season with Team in Training is over. I met great people, but because of my crazy life, I never got to really get involved the way I wanted, and kept thinking I still had time. But time flew and here we are.
Ready - Come on now, I got this!
So, wish me luck and keep me in your thoughts. I still have a little fundraising to do, to meet my goal for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, so please donate. The whole reason I am doing this is to help this organization provide assistance to cancer patients and to try to find a cure for blood cancers. I've heard amazing stories of courage and survival in the time with my team, and even heard stories I did not know from those close to me.
Go TEAM!
