San does these occasionally, and they are so fun to read, so I thought I'd make one today! Feel free to do this on your own blog!
I wish I could go to Paris sooner than I likely will.
I want to have an unplanned, quiet weekend.
I always wear my heels down to the nail, so get the heel tips replaced by a cobbler.
I need to pick up some of those re-tipped shoes from the cobbler.
I feel like I get sick way too easily.
I think about my schedule and how to optimize it quite a bit.
I ask what time it is often enough that I should buy a watch (but have a nickel allergy so need to find one that doesn't have nickel).
I hear sirens when I fall asleep at night.
I smell the smells of fall in the air.
I ponder what my purpose on earth is.
I seek approval from others far too often.
I play piano to calm myself.
I try to be the kind of friend that I would want.
I prefer the aisle seat over the window seat, unless it's an international flight. Then I prefer the window seat.
I wonder when I will meet my husband.
I believe that my husband is out there somewhere.
I mean it when I say my heart aches for Paris.
I never thought moving downtown would be a possibility but am so glad I made it happen.
I plan to turn some work trips into fun trips this fall/winter.
I hope that the weather is nice on the day of my marathon.
I worry about things that are out of my control.
I dislike tardiness and arrogance.
I struggle to understand why there are people who still smoke. It's so gross and so bad for your body!
Happy Friday everyone! I'm running 22 miles tomorrow (eeks!), and then I fly out for (another) business trip on Sunday so it will be another short weekend for me!
Friday, September 28, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Finding Calm Amidst the Chaos
Greetings and happy Wednesday everyone! I am back from my trip to Charlotte. It was a great trip, but as always, it felt good to return home. Honestly, my life feels extremely chaotic right now, mostly due to all of the traveling I am doing for work. In fact, last week I woke up during the night and a) I wasn't sure where I was, and b) I had to think hard to figure out what day it was... My apartment is spotless these days, the fridge is empty, and it looks un-lived in because I am not around to mess it up! I like the spotless part, but would love for my fridge to magically fill up with meals to bring to work for lunch!
I knew this crazy time was coming, but I will say the amount of traveling I am doing is even more than what I expected as a result of my previous boss leaving. But now is my time to shine at work and prove that I can handle whatever it is that they throw at me. So I am trying to keep a smile on my face, which is challenging at times - like when I found out I do have to take ANOTHER licensing exam for work (by Nov 30th) or that I have to go to Charlotte the Wednesday-Friday of the week of my marathon. I was not happy about that. It's not the end of the world, but work trips are exhausting and I want to go into race day feeling rested and ready to perform, so that is going to be a bit tricky.
It's only natural for us all to have seasons of our life that are so busy and test us. I feel this way during CFA study season for different reasons, but going through 2 study seasons has helped me handle these chaotic seasons of life. So here are some things that I do to find calm amidst the chaos.
1. Make time to attend weekly mass. No matter what is going on in my life, I make time to go to mass on Saturday night or Sunday. I am not super open about my faith on here, but I am a practicing Catholic
and going to mass really seems to center me and I always walk away with a sense of peace.
2. Reading for pleasure. I sometimes feel like I should be reading articles for work or reviewing my slides for a presentation when flying for work, but I give myself permission to read a novel for pleasure. Reading is such an escape for me, and it makes the plane rides fly by. As you will see, I have read A LOT of books this month and that has helped me stay sane. I make sure to read for pleasure when I am studying for the CFA, too, as I need the lighter reading to offset the intense study materials!
3. Exercise. This is tough to fit in when I am traveling so much as the days get long, but I try to keep up with my runs and I try to get out of the office and take a walk to grab lunch at noon. Feeling the sun on my skin and breathing fresh air sort of 'resets' me during the day and gives me some energy to tackle the second half of the day. And the endorphins from running really seem to help me stay more calm!
4. Make time to talk to my parents or a friend. Honestly, I hate talking on the phone. But my parents don't live near me, so unless I pick up the phone, I'm not going to hear their voices. I try to check in with them once a week, especially during really busy phases of my life as it lightens my mood and calms me to hear their voice. My dad called me out of the blue when I was at the airport on the way back from Chicago just to see how I was feeling and to let me know he was thinking of me, and that call meant SO much to me. I need to be the one initiating those calls, too!
5. Cook. This is one area of my life that has really suffered as a result of all the traveling since most of my travels require me to leave on Sunday. But when I do have a free weekend evening to myself, I try to make something delicious that will yield leftovers for the week. For whatever reasons, the act of chopping up veggies and other ingredients is so soothing for me and I just love being the kitchen!
So that is what I do to say sane. I am also trying to remind myself that I wanted a fast-paced, challenging career, so I can not complain because I am getting what I asked for. Sometimes I feel like I am juggling the "balls" of work, running, being a friend/daughter/sister/aunt whilst walking a tight rope, and I am dangerously close to dropping one of those balls, but I just try to keep putting one foot in front of the other!
What do you do to find calmness during chaotic times?
I knew this crazy time was coming, but I will say the amount of traveling I am doing is even more than what I expected as a result of my previous boss leaving. But now is my time to shine at work and prove that I can handle whatever it is that they throw at me. So I am trying to keep a smile on my face, which is challenging at times - like when I found out I do have to take ANOTHER licensing exam for work (by Nov 30th) or that I have to go to Charlotte the Wednesday-Friday of the week of my marathon. I was not happy about that. It's not the end of the world, but work trips are exhausting and I want to go into race day feeling rested and ready to perform, so that is going to be a bit tricky.
It's only natural for us all to have seasons of our life that are so busy and test us. I feel this way during CFA study season for different reasons, but going through 2 study seasons has helped me handle these chaotic seasons of life. So here are some things that I do to find calm amidst the chaos.
1. Make time to attend weekly mass. No matter what is going on in my life, I make time to go to mass on Saturday night or Sunday. I am not super open about my faith on here, but I am a practicing Catholic
and going to mass really seems to center me and I always walk away with a sense of peace.
2. Reading for pleasure. I sometimes feel like I should be reading articles for work or reviewing my slides for a presentation when flying for work, but I give myself permission to read a novel for pleasure. Reading is such an escape for me, and it makes the plane rides fly by. As you will see, I have read A LOT of books this month and that has helped me stay sane. I make sure to read for pleasure when I am studying for the CFA, too, as I need the lighter reading to offset the intense study materials!
3. Exercise. This is tough to fit in when I am traveling so much as the days get long, but I try to keep up with my runs and I try to get out of the office and take a walk to grab lunch at noon. Feeling the sun on my skin and breathing fresh air sort of 'resets' me during the day and gives me some energy to tackle the second half of the day. And the endorphins from running really seem to help me stay more calm!
4. Make time to talk to my parents or a friend. Honestly, I hate talking on the phone. But my parents don't live near me, so unless I pick up the phone, I'm not going to hear their voices. I try to check in with them once a week, especially during really busy phases of my life as it lightens my mood and calms me to hear their voice. My dad called me out of the blue when I was at the airport on the way back from Chicago just to see how I was feeling and to let me know he was thinking of me, and that call meant SO much to me. I need to be the one initiating those calls, too!
5. Cook. This is one area of my life that has really suffered as a result of all the traveling since most of my travels require me to leave on Sunday. But when I do have a free weekend evening to myself, I try to make something delicious that will yield leftovers for the week. For whatever reasons, the act of chopping up veggies and other ingredients is so soothing for me and I just love being the kitchen!
So that is what I do to say sane. I am also trying to remind myself that I wanted a fast-paced, challenging career, so I can not complain because I am getting what I asked for. Sometimes I feel like I am juggling the "balls" of work, running, being a friend/daughter/sister/aunt whilst walking a tight rope, and I am dangerously close to dropping one of those balls, but I just try to keep putting one foot in front of the other!
What do you do to find calmness during chaotic times?
Monday, September 24, 2012
Marathon Madness Monday: Week 14
4 weeks until the marathon! Holy cannasta. It is coming fast.
Despite my doubts after being so sick with bronchitis, I totally staged a comeback last week. It started with that 13 mile run in Chicago. That run was tough, but I was able to complete it without feeling too tired - and I wasn't sore the next day, which was a good sign. I decided to err on the side of caution and rested both Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, I decided to try to do my first run club workout in over 3 weeks! I had ran with the group the previous Wednesday, but I just did an 'easy pace' run instead of yassos since my lungs were not fully functioning!
The workout on Wednesday was pace work - after the warm-up, we did 2 miles at marathon pace and 2 miles at half marathon pace. When I started the workout, I really wasn't sure if I would be able to do the full workout, but I wanted to give it my all (while listening to my body). Well, it turned out to be one of the best work outs I've had all year! My goal pace for the marathon miles was 9:09 and I ran them at 8:48 and 9:00. My goal for the half marathon miles was 8:45 and I ran them in 8:21 and 8:26.
I WAS ON TOP OF THE WORLD AFTER THIS WORKOUT. Seriously. I had been seriously doubting my ability to run the marathon, but this workout really gave me a boost of confidence and showed me I CAN do it. I may need to adjust my goals and expectations, but I am definitely going to be able to run a strong marathon!
I capped off the week with an AMAZING 18 mile long run! I actually had to consciously try to hold myself back during this run as my legs were ready to GO. Next week, I will do my 2nd and final 20+ mile run. I am a bit disappointed that I won't get 3 20+ milers in, but I will take what I can get! It just feels so good to be BACK! I wanted to high five the world on Saturday!
In fact, how I felt is best summed up by this:
Here is how the training broke out:
Monday: Rest
Tuesday: Rest
Wednesday: 2xMP, 2xHMP, 8 miles total
Thursday: 4 mile recovery at 9:24 pace
Friday: Rest
Saturday: 18.25 miles at 9:20 pace
Sunday: Rest
Training Tally:
Week 14: 30.25 miles (still too low but I'll take what I can get)
Training-to-date: 403.25
I am traveling again - this time I am in Charlotte - so I will have to miss run club again tonight! And I will be traveling next Monday as well, and the following weekend for Nora's wedding (so 3 trips in the span of 2 weeks). The timing of all of this travel is not optimal, but I can't really control my travel schedule right now and I just have to roll with it and fit in runs when I can!!
When is the last time you had a workout that left you feeling like you were on cloud 9? The last workout before Wednesday's & Saturday's was probably about a month ago when I held an 8:30 pace for 4 miles (which is good for me!)!
Despite my doubts after being so sick with bronchitis, I totally staged a comeback last week. It started with that 13 mile run in Chicago. That run was tough, but I was able to complete it without feeling too tired - and I wasn't sore the next day, which was a good sign. I decided to err on the side of caution and rested both Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, I decided to try to do my first run club workout in over 3 weeks! I had ran with the group the previous Wednesday, but I just did an 'easy pace' run instead of yassos since my lungs were not fully functioning!
The workout on Wednesday was pace work - after the warm-up, we did 2 miles at marathon pace and 2 miles at half marathon pace. When I started the workout, I really wasn't sure if I would be able to do the full workout, but I wanted to give it my all (while listening to my body). Well, it turned out to be one of the best work outs I've had all year! My goal pace for the marathon miles was 9:09 and I ran them at 8:48 and 9:00. My goal for the half marathon miles was 8:45 and I ran them in 8:21 and 8:26.
I WAS ON TOP OF THE WORLD AFTER THIS WORKOUT. Seriously. I had been seriously doubting my ability to run the marathon, but this workout really gave me a boost of confidence and showed me I CAN do it. I may need to adjust my goals and expectations, but I am definitely going to be able to run a strong marathon!
I capped off the week with an AMAZING 18 mile long run! I actually had to consciously try to hold myself back during this run as my legs were ready to GO. Next week, I will do my 2nd and final 20+ mile run. I am a bit disappointed that I won't get 3 20+ milers in, but I will take what I can get! It just feels so good to be BACK! I wanted to high five the world on Saturday!
In fact, how I felt is best summed up by this:
Here is how the training broke out:
Monday: Rest
Tuesday: Rest
Wednesday: 2xMP, 2xHMP, 8 miles total
Thursday: 4 mile recovery at 9:24 pace
Friday: Rest
Saturday: 18.25 miles at 9:20 pace
Sunday: Rest
Training Tally:
Week 14: 30.25 miles (still too low but I'll take what I can get)
Training-to-date: 403.25
I am traveling again - this time I am in Charlotte - so I will have to miss run club again tonight! And I will be traveling next Monday as well, and the following weekend for Nora's wedding (so 3 trips in the span of 2 weeks). The timing of all of this travel is not optimal, but I can't really control my travel schedule right now and I just have to roll with it and fit in runs when I can!!
When is the last time you had a workout that left you feeling like you were on cloud 9? The last workout before Wednesday's & Saturday's was probably about a month ago when I held an 8:30 pace for 4 miles (which is good for me!)!
Friday, September 21, 2012
Ten Quirky Questions
Happy Friday! Jen did this earlier this week, and I had fun reading her answers, so I thought I'd play along!
Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotel?
No, I don't. I travel so much these days, if I did I would have WAY too many. I can't handle clutter in my toiletry closet!!
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who are late and unapologetic for being late. Totally unacceptable.
Do you chew your pens and pencils?
NO!! There is someone at work that CHOMPS on his pen and it drives me CRAZY. We don't have any walls in our office so noises travel easy. I can block out people's voices pretty well, but can't handle white noise like pen chewing. It actually makes my skin crawl and I have considered purchasing this person the Sophie the Giraffe toy as a chewing alternative.
Do you believe in ghosts?
Nope! Not one bit.
What was your first concert?
Jars of Clay, which is a Christian band.
Have you ever cried because you were so happy?
Yes. Many times. The most recent time I can recall is when I passed level I of the CFA. I didn't cry this year because the process of finding my results was so fricking ridiculous, and I was in the middle of a conference call when I found out, so it was sort of, well, anti-climatic in a way (but still very awesome, of course).
Do you crave sweet or salty food?
Definitely salty.
How late is "sleeping in" to you?
Wow, this has changed in the last couple of years. 7 is now sleeping in to me. That would have been early years ago.
What is a food that you never thought you would try, but then
tried and liked?
Sushi. I never ever thought I'd like it. Raw fish? Seriously? Now it's one of my most favorite foods ever.
Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotel?
No, I don't. I travel so much these days, if I did I would have WAY too many. I can't handle clutter in my toiletry closet!!
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who are late and unapologetic for being late. Totally unacceptable.
Do you chew your pens and pencils?
NO!! There is someone at work that CHOMPS on his pen and it drives me CRAZY. We don't have any walls in our office so noises travel easy. I can block out people's voices pretty well, but can't handle white noise like pen chewing. It actually makes my skin crawl and I have considered purchasing this person the Sophie the Giraffe toy as a chewing alternative.
Do you believe in ghosts?
Nope! Not one bit.
What was your first concert?
Jars of Clay, which is a Christian band.
Have you ever cried because you were so happy?
Yes. Many times. The most recent time I can recall is when I passed level I of the CFA. I didn't cry this year because the process of finding my results was so fricking ridiculous, and I was in the middle of a conference call when I found out, so it was sort of, well, anti-climatic in a way (but still very awesome, of course).
Do you crave sweet or salty food?
Definitely salty.
How late is "sleeping in" to you?
Wow, this has changed in the last couple of years. 7 is now sleeping in to me. That would have been early years ago.
What is a food that you never thought you would try, but then
tried and liked?
Sushi. I never ever thought I'd like it. Raw fish? Seriously? Now it's one of my most favorite foods ever.
DJ or band at a wedding?
Tough call... I would have to say a band, but it can't be too loud!
Alright - your turn! Either answer some questions in the comments or keep the fun going and do it on your blog!
Alright - your turn! Either answer some questions in the comments or keep the fun going and do it on your blog!
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Am I the Only One?
Allison did this post yesterday and I thought it was kind of a fun post, so I decided to play along!
Am I the only one...
- who has no desire to ever step foot in the city of Las Vegas unless I am required to go for work?
- who thinks that sweatpants with words across the behind are tacky?
- who doesn't like to talk to others while I am going to the bathroom (seriously, why do people do this! It makes me so uncomfortable!)?
- who feels like society has become numb to infidelity and dare I say, finds it "cute" (as evidenced by the popularity of the book/movie "Something Borrowed")?
- who adored the Happy Potter Books but has no desire to ever see the movies?
- who thinks you actually get more sick the years you get a flu shot?
- who cringes on the inside when people say the phrase "I have to pee" (what happened to saying I need to use the restroom!)?
- who is tempted to de-activate their facebook profile until after the election?
Ok, your turn: Am I the only one...
Am I the only one...
- who has no desire to ever step foot in the city of Las Vegas unless I am required to go for work?
- who thinks that sweatpants with words across the behind are tacky?
- who doesn't like to talk to others while I am going to the bathroom (seriously, why do people do this! It makes me so uncomfortable!)?
- who feels like society has become numb to infidelity and dare I say, finds it "cute" (as evidenced by the popularity of the book/movie "Something Borrowed")?
- who adored the Happy Potter Books but has no desire to ever see the movies?
- who thinks you actually get more sick the years you get a flu shot?
- who cringes on the inside when people say the phrase "I have to pee" (what happened to saying I need to use the restroom!)?
- who is tempted to de-activate their facebook profile until after the election?
Ok, your turn: Am I the only one...
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Look Whooooo's One!
Greetings and Happy Wednesday everyone! I am back from what was a wonderful trip to Chicago! I had so much fun with my family, and it was one of my best business trips yet! Yea!
As I said last week, the timing of this trip was prompted by my niece's 1st birthday party! I could tell you all about it, but it's more fun to share photos! Here goes!
The party was so much fun - she was a happy, bouncing, clapping baby that was happy to be passed from person to person (she is one easy going baby). I had fun visiting with my sister-in-law's family, who I have gotten to know very well through the years. Before we knew it, it was bed time. Despite the fact that I had gotten over 11 hours of sleep on Friday night, I was so exhausted on Saturday night, at one point I just laid on my dad's shoulder - which felt so nice to do as I don't get to see them very often.
The next morningwe Anna was up early, and I couldn't miss out on the fun so I came upstairs and played with her for bit before getting ready for church. As usual she was all smiles. She's a new walker so is totally rocking that 'drunken sailor sway'. So fun! Here are a few more pictures from Sunday!
All in all, it was a wonderful weekend. Anyone who knows me well knows how important my nephews and niece are to me. They are the lights of my life! I am so glad I got to be part of her birthday celebration. I know she will not remember this event, but I always will. I definitely cherish all the time I got to spend with my family this weekend and it really restored my spirits and made me feel more like myself after a tough couple of weeks of being super sick.
Besides all the family fun, my business trip also went really well and I am returning to work today with a renewed energy and passion for my job. I needed this trip, really badly. After a rough patch in August with my boss leaving, I feel like things are turning around and moving in the right direction.
In closing, I will say that every time I come to Chicago, I feel this incredible magnetic pull. I am not sure whether I will give into that magnetic pull and explore moving to Chicago some day, as I am actually very happy in Minneapolis, but I know that no matter what, I will always make time for multiple trips to that fabulous city!
Is there a certain city or area, besides where you live, that you feel "drawn to"?
As I said last week, the timing of this trip was prompted by my niece's 1st birthday party! I could tell you all about it, but it's more fun to share photos! Here goes!
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| Shortly after I got to the party (I arrived fashionably late), they started opening presents. Anna had NO interest, though, and instead spent that time playing with her cousin's booster chair (the things that will entertain babies!) |
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| Anna's party had an owl theme! My brother, SIL, and mom made and decorated the cakes and cupcakes (Anna got her own smash cake, which isn't pictured here) |
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| Ooo, the cake it coming!! |
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| She dabbled in some frosting and cookie eating... |
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| And was pretty much a happy, clapping mess by the end |
The next morning
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| Anna and I! |
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| Big brother Kolin and I cuddling on the couch |
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| Happy happy Anna, hanging out on my lap. Her smile just kills me! And we have the same eyes, I think! |
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| My parents with Kolin and Anna (Anna looks ready for a nap at this point!) |
Besides all the family fun, my business trip also went really well and I am returning to work today with a renewed energy and passion for my job. I needed this trip, really badly. After a rough patch in August with my boss leaving, I feel like things are turning around and moving in the right direction.
In closing, I will say that every time I come to Chicago, I feel this incredible magnetic pull. I am not sure whether I will give into that magnetic pull and explore moving to Chicago some day, as I am actually very happy in Minneapolis, but I know that no matter what, I will always make time for multiple trips to that fabulous city!
Is there a certain city or area, besides where you live, that you feel "drawn to"?
Monday, September 17, 2012
Marathon Madness Monday - Week 13
Today, I should be recapping the 21 mile run I did on Saturday. But oh no - no 21 mile run happened last weekend. Instead I spent Friday sitting in a doctor's office, looking like this:
Yes, friends, I once again had to sit in the waiting room and wear a face mask. That totally wasn't embarrassing at all. #sarcasm
So yes, I went back to the doctor. My cough got worse instead of better, and I still had a fever on Friday. My body is worn out right now. So I got another round of antibiotics and some steroids to help with the cough, and they also took a chest x-ray to rule out pneumonia (I'll get the result today). Man, I was/am sick.
I do have to give a shout out to my pharmacist, though. She picked up on the fact that the doctor prescribed a drug that interacts with steroids and could cause a ruptured tendon. She said she would advise most people to avoid exercise but when I told her I am training for a marathon, she decided to call the doctor and come up with a different drug (which ended up being 1/10 of the cost! Double win!).
Anyways, not much running happened last week. I am starting to watch my hopes of a strong marathon slip away. At this point, I don't even know if I will be able to run the Des Moines marathon. My coach said I shouldn't give up yet, but that I should also have a back-up marathon in case I am unable to run the DSM marathon.
To say I am discouraged is an understatement. But more than anything, I am MAD. I do all the right things (eat well, go to bed early, rarely drink, don't smoke), and this is how my body thanks me? Granted, I know that I was under a heightened level of stress in August when my boss decided to leave the company, so that is a likely culprit in why I got so sick. But it still sucks. :(
On a positive note, the steroids + antibiotics ARE working and I felt well enough to do a long run in Chicago yesterday (which was great, albeit a little slow but I'll take it).
So I guess now I have to take a wait and see approach. I know in the grand scheme of things that it won't matter if I can't run the Des Moines marathon, but dangit, I was really excited about it and I have been working so hard all summer. I guess time will tell what happens, and if this is not my race, there will be others (my back-up plan at this point is the CIM in Sacramento in early December).
Training Tally:
Wednesday: 6.5 miles (during which I coughed and coughed and coughed)
Sunday: 13 miles @ 9:51 pace along the beautiful Lake Shore Path in Chicago. Wow this is an awesome city to run in!!
Week 13: 19.5 miles (sob)
Training to date: 373miles
Despite the fact that I am really bummed about how this illness is impacting my training, I am focusing on what my coach said in his email to me last week: "There are many marathons, there is only one Lisa. Get well." (I have THE best coach).
Yes, friends, I once again had to sit in the waiting room and wear a face mask. That totally wasn't embarrassing at all. #sarcasm
So yes, I went back to the doctor. My cough got worse instead of better, and I still had a fever on Friday. My body is worn out right now. So I got another round of antibiotics and some steroids to help with the cough, and they also took a chest x-ray to rule out pneumonia (I'll get the result today). Man, I was/am sick.
I do have to give a shout out to my pharmacist, though. She picked up on the fact that the doctor prescribed a drug that interacts with steroids and could cause a ruptured tendon. She said she would advise most people to avoid exercise but when I told her I am training for a marathon, she decided to call the doctor and come up with a different drug (which ended up being 1/10 of the cost! Double win!).
Anyways, not much running happened last week. I am starting to watch my hopes of a strong marathon slip away. At this point, I don't even know if I will be able to run the Des Moines marathon. My coach said I shouldn't give up yet, but that I should also have a back-up marathon in case I am unable to run the DSM marathon.
To say I am discouraged is an understatement. But more than anything, I am MAD. I do all the right things (eat well, go to bed early, rarely drink, don't smoke), and this is how my body thanks me? Granted, I know that I was under a heightened level of stress in August when my boss decided to leave the company, so that is a likely culprit in why I got so sick. But it still sucks. :(
On a positive note, the steroids + antibiotics ARE working and I felt well enough to do a long run in Chicago yesterday (which was great, albeit a little slow but I'll take it).
So I guess now I have to take a wait and see approach. I know in the grand scheme of things that it won't matter if I can't run the Des Moines marathon, but dangit, I was really excited about it and I have been working so hard all summer. I guess time will tell what happens, and if this is not my race, there will be others (my back-up plan at this point is the CIM in Sacramento in early December).
Training Tally:
Wednesday: 6.5 miles (during which I coughed and coughed and coughed)
Sunday: 13 miles @ 9:51 pace along the beautiful Lake Shore Path in Chicago. Wow this is an awesome city to run in!!
Week 13: 19.5 miles (sob)
Training to date: 373miles
Despite the fact that I am really bummed about how this illness is impacting my training, I am focusing on what my coach said in his email to me last week: "There are many marathons, there is only one Lisa. Get well." (I have THE best coach).
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