As 2014 ended, I read many synopses of accomplishments. As I seem to have been in the company of runners waaayy more accomplished than I, who have more motivation, drive, ability, and training than I do, not to mention the money (not working has really cramped my style), I hesitate to toot my own horn, but since I really only compete against myself and know that I do not come close to the achievements of many of my running friends and am good with that--here is my list for 2014:
Marathons: 14 (14 in 2014)
Half Marathons: 8
Ten Milers: 1
12K: 1
10K: 3
Five Miler: 2
8K: 1
5K: 4
I'm finding that I prefer to complete longer distances--5K's kind of irritate me. However, it's hard to juggle travel, home responsibilities, and the like when completing the longer distances. If I'm meant to do something, it will happen and knowing that I try to plan, but I try not to get too disappointed when my running plans fall through. And in 2014, with Dave's back surgery and weddings and life events, I wasn't able to maybe accomplish all that I wanted, but I did more marathons in 2014 than ever before. That's saying something.
I'm not sure what will happen in 2015--right now, I only have two marathons planned--Disney and Blooms to Brews in April. I would really like to complete my 50 states this year in Alaska in August, but we'll have to see about employment opportunities and the like. I also have a hankering to maybe try to reach Titanium for MM or Sun for HF, but we'll see where my path lies this year. I have been blessed with a patient family and many unforeseen/unplanned opportunities. I have not ruled out Alaska, so maybe I'll have my map complete by August.
I need to finish packing for Disney--Planning on Stitch, the Hulk, Goofy, and Dopey for my appearances this weekend. I wish I was a seamstress, I am not sure my costume attempts will be understood, but it'll all be fun in the end.
Carry on ...
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