With a Little Help

Days to Chevron Houston Marathon: 19

Planned Run: 8 miles
8.11 miles 1:36:59    11:58 pace
7:30 AM 63 degrees

Knowing that I have these two long weekends prior to the marathon is a sweet bit of knowledge.  I'm relishing it.  I slept great last night after a happy and full day.  I woke on my own (no alarm) after 7, to the smell of a yummy Crockpot pork tenderloin.

My only plan today is to relax with a couple Redbox movies and maybe snooze a little with the windows open.  The weather is beautiful here.  Storm clouds are supposed to roll in later and bring us thunderstorms for Christmas day.  I'm going across the street to Benihana with some friends for lunch.  I'm looking forward to it.  I have a couple of big driving/working days later this week and a lowkey but fun holiday dinner sounds perfect to me.

I'll run one more longish run next weekend then it's all short runs until the big day.  It's almost here.  I was telling a friend yesterday, I'll need to find another project.  Not sure what it will be.  I was very seriously looking at trying to get on the television show "Survivor" but I guess my need for blood pressure medication (even with weight loss and exercise, I still need it) knocks me out of any hope of that one.  I don't see another marathon in my future anytime soon. 

Speaking of my friends:  I think one of the reasons I slept so soundly last night (and the night before) is because of my friends.  I've reconnected with friends at parties and at lunch.  I've talked with them on the phone.  I've received cards and letters.  I get emails and texts with little "go get 'ems" regarding my running.  I am so appreciative of the support I've received.  I believe I've told them/you.  I love you.  Thank you.  M    

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