Instead of the "12 Days of Christmas" song, I've got the "12 things I've learned about myself this week" song that I contemplated during my struggle of a run today.
1- I feel intimidated by those running at faster speeds than I (not competitive with, just intimidated by)
2- When I run solo, I allow myself to walk to catch my breath rather than push through
3- I'm tougher than I think I am, just don't always allow myself to remember that
4- When running a faster pace with groups of people, my bladder isn't as overreactive! :)
5- the mind is a powerful thing, it can keep you from trying new things and talk you out of pushing hard
6- the ever growing lump on my shoulder is getting uglier, but yes, at least it's not on my face!
7- When intimidation strikes, I tend to shy away rather than push forward and that sucks.
8- I joined the Bull City Running Club today even though I believe I'm one of the slowest in the club.
9- I've never been passed by another runner on the east campus trail (when running there by myself)
10- I completely freaked out when I ran past a guy who was carrying a HUGE riffle ON the ATT.
11- my dad just told me he's coming with me to Boston and I'm more excited about that than the fact I got into Boston.
12- running is my outlet both physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Today was my fourth day in a row of running, that's usually my max, so I'm happily looking forward to an "off" day tomorrow. I know I'll get at least 10 things done on my "list of things to do before Saturday!" With the kids having concerts, half days, exams, performances, etc., this week is crazy and I'm supposed to be at all their events! I will soak in every moment of running that I can get, then it's two weeks of the kids being home.
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