RunningAHEAD - Topic: Running some

TomD

posted: 4/15/2009 at 7:45 PM

Well, I finally ran on Saturday. I got in 5 miles at a good pace for me. I intend on running the Andrew Jackson Marathon on Saturday. I will not run a very good time, but it is time for me to start running marathons again. I will see many friends and make new ones as I always do. I will get better with each week. I have 5 marathons and one ultra scheduled the next 7 weekends. I hope to train very hard this summer as I usually do and have a great Fall of marathons and ultras again. The pass two nights have been difficult and I have slept very little. Maybe focusing on the Marathons now will help. I sure hope so. Thank you for the miles and the caring post Wildchild. TomD

evanflein

posted: 4/15/2009 at 7:46 PM

I think you're right. You need to get back to doing what you do. Donna wouldn't want it any other way, I'm sure.

CNYrunner

posted: 4/15/2009 at 8:37 PM

I am SO happy to see your post Tom. Be with friends this weekend, run, and don't even look at the time for this one. You'll have Donna with you at every mile.

Tramps

posted: 4/15/2009 at 8:56 PM

Yay, Tom! Good to hear you'll be out there again on Saturday. We'll be thinking of you and wishing you the best.

Be safe. Be kind.

nowor

posted: 4/15/2009 at 9:11 PM

I've been thinking of you, so thanks for writing and letting us know you're running again. Just like the weather some days and nights will be better than others. You will prevail.

nonoruns

Renee the dog

posted: 4/15/2009 at 9:45 PM

Tom, I ran a 10K the day after my Dad's funeral last August. It's good to do. Even though it is not the same as losing your Donna, we were tight, yet, I ran and he never did. I felt like that day he finally got to feel what I feel when I'm out there in a race. He still runs with me a lot now. Best wishes for a fulfilling experience at Andrew Jackson...

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deez4boyz

posted: 4/16/2009 at 1:57 AM

Hi Tom, So glad you were able to get out and run. Can't believe you have that many marathons and an ultra scheduled but I hope you find peace and comfort with every step you take!! Know that we're thinking of yoU!!

denise

SteveP

posted: 4/16/2009 at 5:03 AM

Thank you for posting Tom. One step at a time

SteveP

evryday

posted: 4/16/2009 at 5:34 AM

I believe you'll find new strength for this marathon, Tom. It may not be your fastest (and yet it may) but I believe you'll feel that strength that comes from within. A healing kind of strength. Let us know how it goes. And 5 marathons and an ultra in the next 7 weeks!! Shocked

That's incredible!

Quit being so damn serious! When we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change. "Ya just gotta let it go." OM

halllar

posted: 4/16/2009 at 6:31 AM

Glad to hear this Tom. Larry

Chumbawamba: I get knocked down But I get up again You're never going to keep me down

tselbs

posted: 4/16/2009 at 6:50 AM

Tom, thanks for posting and letting us know you're running. We remain with you in our thoughts and will be with you in your upcoming marathons. TomS

fussyrunner

posted: 4/16/2009 at 7:59 AM

Hi Tom, According to Ilene's intrepid racers, you're running the CMM next Sat. along w/ me and 29,998 others. (I'm only doing the 1/2). I'll be looking for you at the finish line! I'm proud you are doing all these. They will help with the healing process.

coastwalker

posted: 4/16/2009 at 8:22 AM

Hi Tom, I too, am glad to know that you are back running. I think it'll be very good for your physical, mental, and emotional health. I hope your race this weekend is one that you feel good about afterward, regardless of your finishing time. I'll be thinking of you, and looking forward to your post-race report. You seem to be starting the healing process, so stay well, and keep moving forward. Donna will remain in your head and in your heart, and that is a good thing. Jay

Without ice cream there would be darkness and chaos.

Spareribs

King of PhotoShop

posted: 4/16/2009 at 8:37 AM

Wise decision Tom. Best wishes to you. Spareribs

Holly S.

Marathon Maniac #957

posted: 4/16/2009 at 9:45 AM

Quote from TomD on 4/15/2009 at 7:45 PM:

I will see many friends and make new ones as I always do. I will get better with each week.

Yes, you will. I'm so glad you're getting out there again, and yes, I believe Donna will be with you, too.

Life is a headlong rush into the unknown. We can hunker down and hope nothing hits us or we can stand tall, lean into the wind and say, "Bring it on, darlin', and don't be stingy with the jalapenos."

Masters Running

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