Wednesday, February 23, 2011

And So It Begins

I just got an email that put a lump in my throat and brought tears to my eyes.

If my computer weren't still on the fritz (sp?) I'd show you.

Instead, I'll tell you...

It was my confirmation email for the Vancouver USA Marathon.

Yep. A lump. And tears.

And you know what else?

I started my training this week!

5 miles Monday. 6 today with 4 at tempo pace of 8:44. 10 Saturday. And a couple 3's thrown in with my yoga on my rest/XT days.

I'm so stinking excited I can hardly stand it!!

And... And... Way back when I ran the Eugene Women's 1/2 in September, we were surprised with the promise of a pair of Lululemon shorts. It's been a long time coming, but we got word last week that a Lululemon gift card is in the mail. What perfect timing! I can go look for a little something to wear for my 1st marathon! So so excited!

A great day, headed for a great run, counting down the weeks and days until June 19th!

9 comments:

A Prelude To... said...

SO excited for you!!! Have a great time training!!!!

kimert said...

Awesome!! How exciting!
I hope your training goes well!!

Sherry @ Life from my persective said...

That's awesome! Enjoy the training for your marathon!!!

Anonymous said...

YAY! I started training last week too (did an 11 miler on the weekend) and i keep flip flopping between the Seattle RNR and the Vancouver one.

Jennifer said...

Congrats Mere, Im excited for you! You will be running on Ashton's 5th birthday :)

Katie said...

Wow! Exciting!

H Love said...

This is HUGE!! So excited for you! Week One...bring it on!

Zoƫ said...

Excellent! Enjoy this! :)

SupermomE13 said...

Yay!!!! I am excited for you. Enjoy the training and the journey. :)

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