andee's running

Husband had to work, so I was back on the treadmill with the kiddos this morning.  The kids did great and I actually didn't mind the treadmill so bad.  My left knee is finally feeling better after having 4 days of NO running.  Only 3 weeks left until Hobblecreek, can't wait for it to get here!

On the treadmill again today.  Baby slept and the twins played great - so nice!!  I got really hot during the first mile and then just watched the dots circle on the screen - not much fun!

Woke up at 5:15 this morning to hear rain drops on my window and lots of wind.  Decided then to turn my alarm off and just run on the treadmill.  Ready for a good, long run outside on Saturday.

I was super excited to get back out on the streets this morning.  I was a little nervous because I knew this was going to be my longest run before the race in 2 weeks.  I met Laurie at the corner and we started out.  She keep such a nice steady pace and I love that.  We ran into a couple of dead ends and had to run on a dirt road for just a bit, but really liked the route.  The weather was perfect!!  I dropped her off at 9 miles and then added on a little so that I can feel a little more confident for the race.  I had forgotten how nice it is to sometimes run alone on road.  I enjoyed letting my mind wonder and really ponder some things in my life right now.  At one point around mile 10 I think I kind of hit that runner's high because mentally and physically I felt awesome.  Finished in 2:02.