It's about 16 days from race day, not that I'm counting, and the nerves are beginning to set in. I'm not sure why they are starting now. All along I've followed the plan and dealt with the higher mileage as if it was no big deal. I was hoping to continue to do so but I think that plan is out.
Earlier this week I received the race packet info. Reading it definitely made me nervous but also excited. In case anyone is interested in the course route or other information, click HERE. And the more people ask about the race or talk about their experiences, the more nervous I get. At times, I can actually feel butterflies in my stomach. But knowing myself, I tend to get really nervous about things far in advance and by the time the event gets here, I'm cool as a cucumber. Let's hope that is the case.
Another thing that has me a little nervous is this graduation run tomorrow. This has received a lot of hype over the past few weeks and I'm not quite sure what to expect. There might be crazy outfits and celebratory drinks. Hopefully Mary will make some of her yummy cookies or cupcakes to share. Tomorrow will be a big day. If I can do tomorrow, I can finish the race. Then again, all along I have been able to add on 2 additional miles no problem. Sure you can tell it's a farther distance but what is 19 compared to 17? Not much different.
The high mileage over the past few weeks had shifted my focus of why I had signed up for this race but I'm going to bring it back home. All is well with G-pa H's treatment. He should be finishing up right around race day. G-pa L started his treatment last week but it has been a rough start. I hope that things will settle and that he can get back to it soon. In about a week I'll start creating my shirt for race day. If anyone still has ribbons, please call or get them to me by next Sunday. I don't want to miss out on wearing anyone's honoree.
Today is off to a day of rest. I slept until about 6:45- woo hoo! How was I able to sleep that late? Well I don't have to run on Fridays and I'm off today :) You know, my nerves could also be coming from the fact that we're looking at wedding venues today. Yep- that must be it. As I typed that statement, the butterflies came back. I'm sure it will be fine. I just hope these people are not crazy energetic wedding coordinator-type people. I just want to see the spaces and have my questions answered. The careful analysis and decision process will take place in the safety of my own home. All right, I'm out to start the day.
Have a good one! If you happen to be up early tomorrow morning, or not, I would appreciate any positive thoughts you can send my way. After all, I expect to be running for almost 4 hours tomorrow.
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