Almost There!

It was another long one, folks! WHEW! And it's countdown time! In almost one month, I'll be running thirteen miles in a purple jersey, being cheered on by musicians, volunteers, and loved ones. Even though I believe I'll be ready, I am still so nervous! I've never done anything like this before. If any of you are reading this and have run the Country Music 1/2 Marathon (or full) before, please send me some comment love; I'd love any tip I can get!

Please donate! :)

12 Miles - Be Still My Heart!

Is it true?

Is it REALLY true?!


Why, YES, YES IT IS!


I ran 12 miles! This past Saturday! When I started, the farthest I had ever run was 4, maybe 6 miles. But now, I'm like a running machine! (please note the slight sarcasm :P) It was pretty hard, but it feels so good to see that I can accomplish this challenge. I finished the 12 miles in a little over 2.5 hours, sportin' some new kicks (yes, I said it), and the weather was absolutely beautiful. I hit those hills and made them cry for their MAMA! It was hard, but it feels so good to accomplish a challenge.

About 1.5 months, and 1.1 (ish) more miles, and I'll be ready. :) Can't believe it!

Just Call Me Speedy!

This past week, I finally got a break from the long runs. Well, not really, but sort of :). Speed was the theme of the week. So, I ran shorter distances, and worked on running at faster paces. I worked with more weights this week, too, which is making me quite sore, but trusting the future results.

...and I am finally caving and going to buy new running shoes. I've had mine for over a year, and they are great, until I run those long distances. Hopefully Fleet Feet will have a great shoe for me - what an awesome store! They find the right shoe for you based on how your feet are shaped, how you run, and all these other things I don't know much about, ha!

Speaking of shoes, have you guys seen these bad boys?

Crazy! Apparently, these are running shoes. There's a part fo me that is quite intrigued. I've always secretly hoped I could run around shoeless all day long like I used to as a kid (yes, I grew up in the south, ha!), and this looks like the closest thing to that dream. They're called the "Vibram Five Fingers." hmm...

And in other news, I have received more donations! I can't wait to get them turned into to Team in Training and further our support for this cause! I still have a little less than $1000 to raise by the end of this month, so please, if you can, please please donate! It's truly a wonderful cause!

MWAH! :)