(Are these stats frowned upon like in the swamp? I'm still trying to fit in )

I totally appreciate the HR stuff. I've given up on fitting into the swamp. I'm not sure anyone is that cool.

i'm in a few other groups, but this is the only group that I check in with- and I can barely keep up with you guys. I am intrigued by the swamp, since it's referred to so much. Debating on whether or not to run today- cough still hacking... don't know how running effects sickness... no fever... just a cough and tired. always feel better after I run but I think it may sap the remaining energy I have-

Kimmie, I love your avatar. You are certainly the glamour girl around here! And I am in a few groups, but mainly post in masters and here. I'm in the 2000 mile group but don't have time for that swamp business. Those people need more to do, I think. And as for dealing with my "chip-less" run and getting on with it... I am having issues. Here's what I posted in the daily over in the masters' forum: "I ran 4.5 miles on the treadmill last night. Legs a little tight and my back is still sore, but I think that's mainly from that long ordeal in the plane(s). Basically, I feel great. I feel better than after my last 20 miler in December. Which always gets me thinking... I've never wanted a "do over" more than after this race. To feel like I basically threw away a chance to get an amazing PR on such a nice flat course (even though the start was incredibly crowded), is just driving me crazy. I feel as peak in condition as I can be.... So frustrating. Wondering if I could hang onto it and fit another race in there before Boston... I might be in Henderson NV the weekend of March 13 (work related). If so.... hmmmm, I'm just thinking." So, as you can see, I feel like I really fu**ed up, pardon my language. As I told DH on the phone at mile 3, I'm gonna beat myself up over this for awhile. My blister on my toe seems to be caused by the wrap the med-tent gal put on because it isn't bothered by my regular or running shoes. I have a little tenderness under the toenail of my next-to-pinkie toe on my right foot, but the metatarsal problem is not a problem at all (big yeah, there!). This pharmacy management thing in NV is a possibility to get "down south" where the races are, but I'd need to find one for that weekend (March 14 or 15)... haven't looked yet. Bugs, you are so funny. I love you dearly, you naughty girl you.

How cool is that, Murphy! I met a lot of maniacs on the Disney course, most of them in the >1000 numbers (that's the greater than sign, right?). I met one guy at the end in the 200's... but I was the "oldest" other than him (of the ones I met). It's definitely adds a fun element to a race. Just got the link to my final pictures. While most of them do look like I'm dying on the spot (even though I actually felt pretty good), which is typical for race photos of me, there's a great shot of the finish with the clock time of 4:04:21 right above me. I've sent them an e-mail asking if my finish time can be adjusted to match that clock time... will be interesting to see what they say. (funny thing... I had chocolate Gu on my face and didn't know it till well after the race, so some of the pictures have this big messy spot right by my mouth like a little kid eating chocolate ice cream...)

4.78 total - it was a speed day! yeah!!!

5 for me today on the treadmill at an easy pace. Hoping for 8 tomorrow. We'll see if work cooperates. Erika, I will admit that I saw your time and feared that your foot acted up. Glad to know you stayed healthy.

Thanks Kimmie!!

Well, we're home and everyone is doing great. Evan was born Monday at 3:56 PM, weighing in at 8 lbs 6 oz and 21 inches. Father in Law went home tonight, Mother in Law will stay until this weekend. She's amazing, cooking and cleaning and basically taking care of everything not baby-related. My 3 year-old thinks Evan is the coolest thing, but is upset that he won't play or talk to him yet. Running? We won't talk about that. I'm just shooting for sleep at this point.