My goals for the race were to:

a) have fun
b) finish
c) not die

Goal c was largely for A; it seemed like bad form to die on our anniversary. ;)

Started off running all the way to the first cul de sac and to the end of it. My calves were tight by that point, so I walked back to the street. Ran to the end of the next two cul de sacs and then walked back to street. At the end of the third, I stopped to stretch and chat with a coworker who was volunteering.

I walked through the water stop that happened at 1.5 miles. After that, ran to the first turn. Walked up the hill to mile 2, then ran down to the next corner and water stop. The volunteer there told me I was last but not least. He was quite surprised when I told him there were several after me.

I walked through the last water stop and got passed by some older guys who had already finished and were running more. I commented that they were putting me to shame. One, Dave, told me to pick it up and run with him to the end. He is a cross country coach for a nearby high school. He kept me running the last half mile to the finish. Without him, I would not have had as good of a final run. Seriously great guy. He told me he is looking for me next week too. :)

Not a whole lot! I had fun and did well for my current ability.

Next time, I wouldn't wear the regular weight toe socks. The thinner ones are much better with the Pure Cadence shoes.

Got my wet washcloth and water. Walked around, chatted with Kristin again. Drove home, got Subway, ate, showered, and got Coldstone.


Not training and having a baby.


I really love this race. It's always fun and well supported by the people in the neighborhood.