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Friday, October 30, 2009

I'm the only person in costume at my work!!!!!!!!!

Some people wore orange, one person in my dept has some fangs. :) They're like... legitimately cast and fit onto her teeth fangs, but she's wearing normal clothes.

Soooooo yeah.

I can't wait for this work day to be over and go to my party!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will post pictures as soon as I am able to do that this weekend. :)

  

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SLCOLMAN 10/31/2009 2:42PM

I agree party poopers!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 10/31/2009 1:55PM

I would be one of those curmudgeons that wasn't dressed up. Hope you had fun at work and are going to have fun at your party. ttyl Report Inappropriate Comment

OPERA_SINGER 10/31/2009 11:53AM

if my work would've allowed us to dress up, i totally would've been in your shoes. decked out with no one to compare with. :) but it's fun and everyone will remember you, so cheese it big time! Report Inappropriate Comment

KEAKMAN 10/31/2009 10:53AM

So what? That just means you are the ONLY cool person at work! (and we already knew that!) Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN_LIFT_EAT 10/31/2009 10:52AM

Woah, who has custom fangs? Dude that is bizarre! Report Inappropriate Comment

S318830 10/31/2009 1:08AM

Awwwww! Sorry! Bet you looked cool though! Report Inappropriate Comment

KAYAKID 10/31/2009 12:10AM

Have a great party and have fun! be looking for the pics Report Inappropriate Comment

SCOLLY 10/30/2009 10:19PM

I can't remember the last time I dressed up - but I think it would be a lot of fun!! Today, I just wore a tie-dye jack-o-lantern shirt that I made last year for all my students and me. Can't wait to see your pics!! Report Inappropriate Comment

DDOORN 10/30/2009 10:15PM

Sorry for the duds at work...! (even though I'd probably be one of 'em...ham that I'm NOT! lol) Hopefully they'll be more in the SPIRIT of things at the party...! :-) Thx for the tip on the tune, btw...will look it up...been enjoying some Pharmaceuticals & Pixies...! Don Report Inappropriate Comment

-SEVEN- 10/30/2009 9:32PM

Party poopers!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RHALES199 10/30/2009 7:13PM

I woulda worn a costume, but coulnd't think of anything I wanted to be.... plus couldn't really afford much. TOmoorw I am dressing in our coolege colors in support of our team :) Hope you have fun at the party & can't wait to see pics! Report Inappropriate Comment

PRAIRIEDAWNPAM 10/30/2009 5:07PM

I didn't wear a costume, either. No one in my department did. Its sad, really, but we had meetings during which we had to appear to be professional. I'd like to see your pics! Have fun tonight. ...Pam Report Inappropriate Comment

CATIATM 10/30/2009 5:00PM

What? Where is their sense of adventure? Feel sorry for them: they were clearly deprived as children, and it has scarred them. Report Inappropriate Comment

KNH771 10/30/2009 4:38PM

Not many people in costume here either... I wore a ghost t-shirt and spider tiara... does that count? Report Inappropriate Comment

POTTERGURL 10/30/2009 4:38PM

See? that's why I won't wear my costume to work. I don't care how many people say they are dressing up. Usually, most of them don't!! What are you dressed as? I bet you look so cool! I love Halloween!! Can't wait for the pics! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEVPRESLEY 10/30/2009 3:55PM

Don't you hate when that happens. Have fun anyway, don't worry about the wet blankets. Report Inappropriate Comment

LASHERTHECAT 10/30/2009 2:50PM

Don't worry, I still think you're cool! Report Inappropriate Comment

4A-HEALTHY-BMI 10/30/2009 2:32PM

Hmm. I'm guest-teaching a water aerobics class tomorrow at the Y. I wonder if I should try and come up with some kind of waterproof costume accoutrements? LOL (Or the other thing I was thinking of was waterproof grease paint, but that sounds kind of messy and my rash top is brand new and I kind of don't want to smudge it...) BTW I didn't dress up at work today, and no-one else did, either! I have a cute skunk tail and ears somewhere but ever since the contracting started I have trouble finding things in my house... Report Inappropriate Comment

TAKEONME48137 10/30/2009 2:08PM

Yay costume! I'm not dressing up this year it turns out, so enjoy the zombie-ness! haha Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSHAZZER 10/30/2009 2:07PM

HAHAA! That's awesome! Definitely post photos! I love it! It's like that episode of "The Office" when Pam is the only one at the NYC office who dresses up! Report Inappropriate Comment

So...

Thursday, October 29, 2009

... after this Saturday... I only have ONE more run longer than 13 miles.

*mind boggles* And after two more weeks (on that second week from Sat doing my 20 miler) I start to taper.

This marathon is getting CLOSE, ya'll!!!!!!!!! (does anyone watch ANTM? I was channelling super country girl on that... I love her.)

This morning I went rowing and it lightning'd twice while we were rowing toward the beginning of the row, mostly it drizzled but a couple times it got to light rain... then as soon as we pull up to the dock, torrential downpour, more thunder and lightning... so.... I scrapped the post row run, went home, got some laundry going, showered, got the laundry drying, and hit the bed. I got to sleep a good 2+ hrs and then I woke up to check and it was clear weather. WOOT. But due to the time constraints and location change, I opted for a 3.25 miler instead of the 4.14 miles I would have done, no biggie. One of those 4 milers could have been a 3 miler (according to the Runner's World Training plan instructions for first timers is to change all pace/speed/tempo workouts to an easy 3 OR 4 miler and I changed all of them to 4's).

It was a decent run, I was not really feeling it today but it got done.

Now I get a day off tomorrow -- and get to dress up YAY HALLOWEEN -- and then it's the monster run again Saturday.

BUT!!! Like I said!!! After this week the only runs over 13 miles are TWENTY and then MARATHON. So..... I think looking forward to that information really makes me feel more confident about hacking through this run no matter what. ;) hahaha.

It will be a tough fit because we are supposed to be meeting with my inlaws and inlaw grandparents for lunch and so far my hubby hasn't been able to tell me WHEN that's going to happen, but either way it's just going to be a busy day.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN A DAY AHEAD EVERYONE!!!!!!! :D

  

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S318830 10/31/2009 1:10AM

Cool! Tapering is fun. And don't worry... tapering really does work. You'll be fine. I'm soooo looking forward to reading your race report after you're done. Report Inappropriate Comment

JEM0622 10/30/2009 1:03PM

So excited for you! You have done an excellent job! You will rock the marathon! ~Julie Report Inappropriate Comment

KASHMIR 10/30/2009 12:45PM

I am SO Excited for you!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRSTINAG 10/30/2009 12:17PM

Congrats ... and good luck on that run! There is nothing quite like crossing that finish line. :) Enjoy every moment. :) Report Inappropriate Comment

THECOOLESTSARAH 10/30/2009 12:04PM

You are so awesome! I'm so excited for you - it's coming right up! Report Inappropriate Comment

LADYIRISH317 10/30/2009 10:59AM

Rowing during a lightening storm? You're a lot braver than I am! Have a fantastic Halloween! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 10/30/2009 10:10AM

Hope everything gets squeezed in. Have a great weekend. Report Inappropriate Comment

KAYAKID 10/30/2009 12:22AM

Wow! I am so proud of you! You will be a Marathoner soon and your training has been going good!!!! Have a great weekend and enjoy your long long and survive it. Mike Report Inappropriate Comment

ZMONEY 10/30/2009 12:20AM

Yay! Report Inappropriate Comment

SCOLLY 10/29/2009 10:17PM

Wow....check you out! And fun...dressing up for Halloween. Be sure to share pics!! Report Inappropriate Comment

4A-HEALTHY-BMI 10/29/2009 8:05PM

LOL. Happy Halloweeneen to you, too! (Is that like Christmas Eve Eve?) Comment edited on: 10/29/2009 8:07:02 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

LAFTERSFREE 10/29/2009 6:15PM

way to go! im rooting for the country girl on ANTM... dont think she'll win it ALL though. I think nicole has a good shot to win it all. who are u rootin for this season??? what are u guys dressing as for halloween??? Report Inappropriate Comment

PRAIRIEDAWNPAM 10/29/2009 5:26PM

Enjoy your runs! Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN_LIFT_EAT 10/29/2009 5:14PM

That is so awesome Dana! You are getting them done, girl! I can't wait for halloween pics :). And thanks for the training schedule. Now I just need to shop for a good full to do :) - preferably one without any of the a$$hats from that NY Times article :P! Report Inappropriate Comment

MSSUNBUG 10/29/2009 5:00PM

Hooray for you! It's SOOOOOO close! Report Inappropriate Comment

SSPANIER 10/29/2009 4:29PM

You are doing it! I am cheering for you!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

ROUXZQ 10/29/2009 4:28PM

Good luck! You'll do great! Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSHAZZER 10/29/2009 4:27PM

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! You are going to do great on your long runs and you WILL be prepared for your marathon! Report Inappropriate Comment

DDOORN 10/29/2009 4:23PM

You are taking such TERRIFIC measures to prepare for your marathon...! Just KNOW you're going to be SO PLEASED with your performance! Have fun trik-r-treating! :-) Don Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEATONCEADAY 10/29/2009 4:14PM

i love country girl too!!!!!! ok that is all i read. bbl to read the rest. Report Inappropriate Comment

JOYPHOTOG 10/29/2009 4:12PM

That's awesome that you're getting closer to your marathon! I can't wait till I can even run!!! lol! Report Inappropriate Comment

KEAKMAN 10/29/2009 3:58PM

First off - WOOHOO! you are getting sooooo close! I am getting excited for you, and I won't even be running or be there to cheer you (in body - I'll be there in spirit!) Isn't it amazing that you don't freak out about a 13 miler or even a 20 miler these days? Did you EVER think you would be so nonchalant about thoat kind of distance?? (and I LOVE ANTM...make DH watch it with me every week!) So what do you dress up as this year??? Report Inappropriate Comment

Another run bites the dust...

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

.. har har. Get it?

Anyway -- the 7 miler went well this morning -- the weather was FLAWLESS. About 60, low humidity, blue gorgeous skies w/ some pretty white clouds and sunnnny. :)

It was a different experience to run prior to work instead of on my lunch break, but I REALLY LIKED IT. The other way gives me a break in the middle of the day, but I honestly feel I'm waiting for my run the whole first half of the day...

Today I got to get right to it! :) The only downside was that my MP3 player died about halfway through -- oops. But it still was nice. I really actually liked part of the route a lot so that was cool. I will have to add that sometime -- maybe to make my 20mile route...... *gears turning*

Anyway -- not a whole lot else to say. I'm so said that Billy Bell had to leave SYTYCD :( I'm seriously bummed about that. I'm also mad about the guy who had to dance a solo who DIDN'T leave. He should NOT have had to dance for his life or whatever!

Biggest Loser -- What's up with Daniel? I wonder if he's cheating with his food or if there's something really wrong with him?

I brought a can of tuna for my snack later but... I left my can opener at home. OOOPS. So.... hopefully I make it through the day alright. I'm feeling pretty hungry right now but I get to eat lunch in about 30min. We'll see!

OH something I'm excited about -- we ARE going to move from our scary apartment to a super secure gated community apartment for the Spring. We checked it out and although it's teeny compared to our current place, it's sooooooo nice and I'm really looking forward to it. We won't be there long, but it will be worth moving... plus since we'll be moving again soon having packed most of our stuff to keep in storage will only be a benefit for when we have to REALLY relocate for my DH's future career! :)

  

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LASHERTHECAT 10/29/2009 3:51PM

Yay!! A new apartment!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEEHOLZ 10/29/2009 3:41PM

It sounds like you got something to look forward to--- soo excited for you! You DH is a PhD student? I thought I read something somewhere... what's his future career? So weird, but I used to love running in the morning and lately, well, it's hard for me to get up and get running.. ( irrational fear of the dark and cold..) someone needs to kick my butt.. I did have a few great lunch/afternoon runs and found a new kind of confidence with afternoon running, but still... I used to love my morning runs.. strange... I've done that where I forgot a can opener, but then again, why aren't all cans made with that latch so you don't need an opener? Those work so much better! Report Inappropriate Comment

TAKEONME48137 10/29/2009 12:56PM

Congrats on the new apartment! I hope all goes well. =) Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 10/29/2009 12:28PM

congrats on the new apt. Sometimes that type of move is necessary even if it is a bit of a nuisance. ttyl Report Inappropriate Comment

NATURALSOAPGIRL 10/29/2009 11:52AM

Hey girl - I've missed you and your candid blogs. I've been checking in with SP a few times a week but not really reading blogs - or writing too many either. So... another run bites the dust, huh? Cute. You're brave - I CAN'T workout without my music. It is an impossibility. What am I saying? I haven't been working out anyway. I work up a sweat doing the dishes! lol. The first three months I was exhausted beyond belief and now I literally have a hard time breathing just going up the stairs. Apparently my old asthma decided to kick in during pregnancy, but I want to do SOMETHING physical! BTW - I was wondering about Daniel too! I'd hate to see him go! Anyway.... glad to see you're still running and such... keep it up. I'll need that inspiration when I get back to the treadmill in May! Sarah Comment edited on: 10/29/2009 11:55:17 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

SKYEFYR 10/29/2009 11:05AM

Sounds like you had a great run! Glad to hear you were able to get it in early and really enjoy it. And you don't have to wait for it. On Biggest Loser I think Daniel's body is just trying to catch up with all the loss. Every diet slows down eventually, maybe he's just at that point. At least it's not a plateau! On SYTYCD I was shocked at the one guy they chose, but part of me thinks that they just wanted to see his amazing dancing. Let's be honest, no one really thought he was the one at risk when he was called. Hope you can find a way to continue to run in the mornings. Sounds like it just really made your day! Good for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

DDOORN 10/29/2009 8:38AM

You are SO INTO your Sparkin' Groove! It's always a joy to catch up with your latest news...congrats on the move...although even positive moves can bring a lot of stress to the table...be vigilant...! :-) Don Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/29/2009 8:13AM

I love running first thing in the morning. I feel like it gives me extra energy all day long....you probably get that feeling on the mornings you row. Report Inappropriate Comment

4A-HEALTHY-BMI 10/29/2009 7:57AM

I watch BL a week delayed on Hulu, and wondered the same thing about Daniel's gain while home. I even wondered if somehow the weights were doctored by the show. Congrats on the upcoming relocation to Less Scarey Surrounds! Report Inappropriate Comment

RHALES199 10/28/2009 9:24PM

Glad to hear you had a great run! and glad to hearyou guys found a nicer place to live next spring! I was at a meeting yesterday, so didn't get to watch BL.... plus came home & the DVR was acting up, and there's a possibility it didn't even recor most of it, so may not get to see yesterdays eppisode (at least on TV) grrr.... Report Inappropriate Comment

KEAKMAN 10/28/2009 9:18PM

HOORAY for the good run! HOORAY for the new apratment! HOORAY for finding a new route! Not a SYTYCD or BL fan, so can't address those. But I am happy that your runs are going so well. Is rowing seson over? Or was the regatta thingy just one competition in a series of 'em? Report Inappropriate Comment

MDTWEETY 10/28/2009 9:05PM

It's such a nice time of year to run outdoors!! Glad you are enjoying it. Good luck with the move. :) Report Inappropriate Comment

BRE7482 10/28/2009 8:24PM

Glad the run went well. The weather really was great today. We always seem to have great weather when I have to work. Congrats on the move! Report Inappropriate Comment

TWLIGHT1 10/28/2009 8:02PM

I am so proud of you. I like to workout in the mornings it makes me feel great and I am ready to start my day. Keep up the good work. Stay focus and motivated. May God Bless You! Comment edited on: 10/28/2009 8:03:41 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

MISSY_MAGOO 10/28/2009 7:34PM

Ya- what is up with Daniel? I won't be surprised if they bring a doctor in soon to check if there is some reason he's not losing... that is if he really is following the plan. Hopefully he doesn't have a candy stash in his mattress, haha. I heard they have them working out 3 hours a day- there is NO WAY you can do that and not lose! Your 60 degree run sounds soooo nice. I walk/jogged 3 miles this morning... 34 degrees! The nice thing was that my path I take is on the Sacajawea Heritage Trail along the Columbia River- usually there is tons of people there walking, running, biking. But this morning in the cold I had the entire place to myself ! Well, I had my dog to keep me company :) But it was a treat for me to not have to stop every few minutes to let other dogs sniff his butt, haha The new place sounds great! Hope you love it! Report Inappropriate Comment

CBLING 10/28/2009 7:08PM

Sounds like a good day. Report Inappropriate Comment

RUN_LIFT_EAT 10/28/2009 6:14PM

Congrats on the new digs, Dana! That sounds perfect! Isn't it irritating when they die half way through? Its like I would rather just have not brought it but now you got it hanging out you :P. Sounds like it did nothing to dampen your spirits though, so yay! I know I have asked you this before, so apologize, but where did you get your marathon training schedule? I promise to bookmark (assuming it is online). Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSHAZZER 10/28/2009 5:53PM

Glad your run went well! Even without music! I am facing something scary... a half marathon with no music! I'll let you know how it goes! Good news on the apartment! Report Inappropriate Comment

I was almost a wimp today.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Can you believe it?

I was scheduled to do go the lady doctor this morning (sorry TMI for some I guess), and it was raining and I just didn't feel like running before that SOOOOOO I didn't. Not enough time afterward between then and work, but I had schemed earlier in the day that I think I still had some overtime to kill so I'd try to go on my lunch.... if I felt like it... if it wasn't raining...

Well -- it was raining. BUT I brought my super cool heavy duty official FSU Marching Chiefs issue Poncho with me just in case I felt super dedicated and I just stopped debating it and DID IT. Of course 2 minutes into my run, the rain stopped and I was left with a super heavy duty plastic heat bubble, but it was ok. :) The run went well, and I got to come back to my desk and highlight another box on my training chart. :D So now I'm working on mapping a 7 miler for tomorrow morning -- I'm trying to figure out a route I can run after being dropped off and end up at my work since I won't have the car. Yeahyeahyeah -- I'm soooooo freaking gross going to work straight after running w/o showering, but whatever. I'm so over that. I do my best with the sinks and pull the hair back into a bun, deoderize, and I'm in business. ;)

Food was good yesterday, on track to be within cal today although my breakfast was sort of junky... haha.

ANYWAY! YAY for So You Think You Can Dance!

  

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TAKEONME48137 10/29/2009 12:58PM

Awesome job in sticking with the run! Marching Chiefs poncho...lol Those things are indeed super heavy duty. I got rid of mine though. I figured I should give it to someone who couldn't necessarily afford to buy Chiefs apparel. =) Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEATONCEADAY 10/28/2009 4:39PM

wow i was going to say give yourself a break for taking a break as i have been so impressed with your dedicated training. however, you rocked it once again. way to suck it up!!! i keep baby wipes in my desk for when i workout on breaks. Report Inappropriate Comment

HEALTHY4CAROLYN 10/28/2009 4:38PM

Awesome dedication! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEEHOLZ 10/28/2009 2:41PM

I'm so with you! A running girl's got to prioritize-LOL! I say, sinking it up, might give your boss an incentive to put in a shower-LOL- yeh right! But, anything's possible.... at least you can blame it on him-LOL! Also- I read your last blog and I really can relate to all you wrote- it was refreshing for me, since it was such a great reminder to be more appreciative of everything I can do-LOL! Report Inappropriate Comment

AFSKINNER 10/28/2009 10:43AM

Ha! I bet you burned even more calories being trapped in a little heat bubble! Good job!!!! Way to do it no matter what! Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEETZMIX 10/28/2009 10:19AM

you aint no wimp....you SUPER DANA, just b/c you keep it real. Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSHAZZER 10/28/2009 9:42AM

Way to go! And by the way, I would LOVE to inflict my post-run funk on my co-workers! HA!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LASHERTHECAT 10/28/2009 8:33AM

I just can't see you as a wimp! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 10/28/2009 8:17AM

That is so great. That excitement is contagious. ttyl Report Inappropriate Comment

SKYFYRE 10/28/2009 3:03AM

I am still impressed with you drive and commitment- including the part where you go to work after your sink bath! Report Inappropriate Comment

BRE7482 10/28/2009 1:40AM

Good job! Report Inappropriate Comment

CATIATM 10/28/2009 1:28AM

We obviously look/smell veeeery different at the end of our exercise sessions! Congrats on getting the training in no matter what! Report Inappropriate Comment

ROUXZQ 10/28/2009 12:24AM

YeaH!! I know what u mean by stopping the debate with yourself. I find if I talk to myself, I talk myself OUT of it every time. If I DON'T talk to myself....I usually can get it done, barring unforseeable obstacles. Way to GO! De Report Inappropriate Comment

CASSIOEPIA 10/27/2009 11:03PM

Way to "get 'er done"! Awesome job, and have fun on the 7 miler tomorrow. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIMASTAR 10/27/2009 10:20PM

If I don't get my exercises done in the morning, they most probably won't get done later, so morning is when I do them. If I feel energetic I do more in the evening, but hubby prefers that I pay attention to him when I get home from work, so that usually doesn't happen except on Wednesdays, when he teaches a class in the evening. Report Inappropriate Comment

LAFTERSFREE 10/27/2009 10:02PM

it's amazing how much time we spend debating with ourselves IF we should do some exercising!! Im glad u got out there and did it!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

MISSY_MAGOO 10/27/2009 10:02PM

yay you for not wimping out! Okay inspired again... gonna go do my ST that I was thinking about skipping tonight with my legs so sore... I'll just stick to arms tonight :) Report Inappropriate Comment

LILHLFPINT 10/27/2009 9:57PM

(whoo hoo! ::high fives::) Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLINGVIOLET 10/27/2009 9:39PM

I'm feeling like a wimp too!!!! And though nothing makes me want to really hit the gym, I'm in my workout clothes and am heading out now! HIGH FIVE TO US!! Violet Report Inappropriate Comment

KEAKMAN 10/27/2009 9:29PM

WOOHOO! You know that this means that you are a runner for sure...when you just go and do it because it needs to be done, and then when you find yourself running in a "super heavy duty plastic heat bubble" you don't quit, you keep running. I am proud of you and glad that you got to mark off another training box. And we are alike on the "who cares how i look?!" aspect - after my run I have been known to go to the grocery store, library, and farmer's market before cleaning up. I remember back in the day when I would die if I didn't have makeup on to EXERCISE IN!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

I almost can't believe I did it...

Monday, October 26, 2009

... and what's more, I'm gonna be doing it again this weekend.

HAHAHA :D

That 18.24 miles was TOUGH. I'm telling you!!!

But honestly -- there was a moment or two that I almost teared up thinking about my sparkfriends who were sending me good vibes, calling down the running gods, and wishing me a good run! IT WORKED.

It wasn't easy -- but I did it. The best thing was that old bruised ankle/foot -- not a twinge.

It was like a miracle after running w/ it hurting for most of a week to be able to run and not even feel it was just blissful. I never use that extra hole at the top, but I also undid the regular top one and ANOTHER trick I read about -- arching your foot UP while tying your shoe. It makes SO MUCH SENSE but I NEVER thought about it before. I will definitely be continuing to use that trick!

I had to stop to take off my left shoe once cause I felt like something was poking me all of a sudden and it was creepy, didn't really find much in my shoe but it went away afterward so I guess I did the right thing. Had to wait on some lights, had to stop and walk for a while once just because my map was wrong (luckily the city is on a grid where that happened so I know I didn't lose any mileage) but it still took time because I ended up on a street w/ cars parked on either side, very narrow, no sidewalks and people driving around kinda crazy cause it was GAME DAY and yeah -- definitely not good for running and I had no idea where I was going for a minute or two there... hahaha. But I finished!!! 4:06 for 18.24 miles. I walked every 20min to eat gu and drink something, and some extra walking/light stops in there as well.

I had some pain. At the end my muscles were just DONE. My left hip flexor was talking to me again, my right hip muscles joined it by the end, my feet just hurt and felt weary. BUT I DID IT. I had to park a bit from where I started my run like when I did my 14miler, and it was great for getting a nice walking warmup, but at the end I was like WHY?!?!?! hahahahaha I just told myself, this is what it'll be like after your marathon and you're walking back to your hotel. It's not that bad, and this is probably good for your body.

I came home and finally (having never done this before) ICED the owies! I had a message waiting for me that my hubby was at a friend's house watching the game and I should come over. I called and said, I'm icing and eating something (yay cottage cheese protein blueberry smoothie) and then I'll come over. So I iced for 20min, and headed out. My friend had some AWESOME CHILI for me that I had after a bit, too. YAY. BIG mushrooms in it. :)

I was walking around like a TOTAL GRANDMA the rest of the night. Hand on the back when standing up. HAHA :D Of course that's after sitting a while. By the end of the day yesterday (after some more icing and icy hot earlier in the day) I felt almost all the way normal and today I feel normal again.

I'm telling you -- at the end of that run I was like -- HOW ON EARTH am I going to do this AGAIN on Saturday... and then later add TWO MILES and then later add SIX miles to THAT??? But... today I'm feeling it's possible. I know can understand the people that say they come to the end of the marathon swearing to never do it again and then a week later start picking the next one. :)

You think you're not going to make it, but then you do and you recover and find out, hey I can handle this.

My run was NOT in ANY WAY SHAPE OR FORM as bad as the 16miler. I was tired and hurting at the end of this, but it was so much better than the last long run. I am expecting that this weekend's repeat will be even better.

So........ then it's down to 13, then 20, then 13, 10... MARATHON. SO CLOSE. Like -- I only have two more runs over 13 miles now. (well before the big day, obviously...) 4 more (including this week) NORMAL style training weeks, then a light week, then the week of... yeah. CLOSE.

I still haven't even had to wear my running tights, but I know their day will come. This weekend is packed -- Halloween party on Friday night, DON'T HAVE TO WORK SATURDAY - hurrah! - but 18miler again AND my hubby's parents and grandparents are coming into down to have lunch with us or something? I need to find out what time they're planning to be here so I can plan for my run, and that night probably going to a showing of Rocky Horror w/ live acting and participation....

and I've never actually really seen it before... but friends of ours are performing and I'm sure I'll love it. I started to watch it once but it was one of those things where you start watching it at like 3-4AM and I fell asleep soon into it even though I was really loving it. Same thing happened to me the first time I tried to watch Tommy Boy.

  

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SCOLLY 10/27/2009 11:08PM

Oh my gosh!! How fabulous are you?!? So proud of ya! Report Inappropriate Comment

LIMELITESHINES 10/27/2009 10:53PM

Omg. Don't forget your toast. *grin* Are you dressing up? is it sad that the first thing I pick is Rocky Horror? :) Have fun being a RH 'virgin' . . teeheehehe SOooo fun. So awesome about your long run. I'm slowly building my mileage . . it's SO EXCITING! And I'm so excited for your marathon!!! PS . . . keep that icing up. It'll help you recover and be healthier for your next run! :) Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/27/2009 9:17PM

Way to go!! You were smart to ice. That probably helped significantly in your rapid recovery. Report Inappropriate Comment

MISSY_MAGOO 10/27/2009 8:17PM

I thought I was the only person on this planet that hasn't seen Rocky Horror! haha great job on the run!!!! You never cease to amaze me. yesterday I decided to jog instead of my usual walk. I usually either walk or walk/jog. But I decided to see how I would do with a real jog. I made it 2 miles! Okay- not far for some- but for me it was huge :) I actually almost didn't do it- I got all geared up, put the dog on the leash... then thought- oh, I'll just take my normal 3 mile walk... but I thought about you and your marathon training and talked myself back into the jog :) So thanks for being an inspiration! Comment edited on: 10/27/2009 8:18:24 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

S318830 10/27/2009 5:52PM

Very nice! I couldn't tell from your shoelace description, are you also skipping the middle holes? I do that on all my running shoes because it keeps the tops of my feet from hurting. Good luck next week! You can do this! Report Inappropriate Comment

KSGROTHE 10/27/2009 3:17PM

Keep up the good work! - Karen Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEETZMIX 10/27/2009 2:59PM

YOU CAN DO THIS DANA!! KEEP RUNNING!!!!!!!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHINYSILVRVOLVO 10/27/2009 12:53PM

Just look at what you've accomplished! You took something you didn't think you could do, and you OWNED it! Way to go!!! Good luck this weekend! Hopefully the aches and pains will diminish with each run. Report Inappropriate Comment

1972ROSES 10/27/2009 12:04PM

Hey Granny! Way to go! I love how you keep developing that ability to take the next step. You Rock! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 10/27/2009 9:59AM

Congrats on getting that long run in. Keep with it, you can do this. ttyl Report Inappropriate Comment

MBSHAZZER 10/27/2009 9:25AM

Great job on the 18 miler!! YOU DID IT! I found cracking the 18 mile mark was HUGE for me mentally. Have a great weekend - your halloween plans sound like fun... are you dressing up? Report Inappropriate Comment

DISPATCH91 10/27/2009 8:42AM

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SKYFYRE 10/27/2009 1:38AM

Dana, you are AWESOME!!! Congrats on a great run! Sounds like you really tended yourself and made you body happy! Way to go!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLINGVIOLET 10/27/2009 12:54AM

AWESOME! Report Inappropriate Comment

MSSUNBUG 10/26/2009 10:32PM

YOU ARE AMAZING! Report Inappropriate Comment

BRUIN2 10/26/2009 10:28PM

WHAT A RUN!! Woohooo!! Glad you iced! Sounds like it's time for a foam roller on those hips of yours - must stay loose and limber! Report Inappropriate Comment

RHALES199 10/26/2009 10:26PM

Awesome Job Girl! Keep up the excellent work! Report Inappropriate Comment

TAMTAM64 10/26/2009 10:16PM

Dana, I hear you about walking around like grandma with the hand on the back... You can do that run again - I bet it will be easier the second time around. Take the additional miles one mile at a time - Gail recently told me "you can run for another 11 minutes"... Like Julie said... Dig deep within yourself. Tammy Report Inappropriate Comment

KEAKMAN 10/26/2009 9:55PM

Dana, I am so glad that this long run went better than your last one. More ice, and more stretching afterwards, to lessen that granny impersonation! You are getting soooo close - I can barely wait! And don't worry, some of us total geeks (i.e. Robin and I) were planning our next marathon DURING our first one! I never regretted it, never hated it, and can not WAIT to do it again! Run Dana run! Report Inappropriate Comment

GLOBALKEEWEE 10/26/2009 9:39PM

Pierre believes in you. Report Inappropriate Comment

LAB-LOVER 10/26/2009 9:38PM

Awesome! I wanna hear more about your foot, cuz I think I got something similar going on... with just 3 weeks to my half! -LL Report Inappropriate Comment

KARVY09 10/26/2009 9:30PM

Amazing. That kind of distance is so inconceivable to me! You perservered! And I know you'll be able to do another run this weekend. Keep the faith and rest your muscles! Report Inappropriate Comment

JEM0622 10/26/2009 9:25PM

Way to dig deep and get it done! Woot woot! You are smokin! ~Julie Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEATONCEADAY 10/26/2009 9:15PM

i am so proud of you dana. i checked an pirate trainer is the closest thing we have for an old person icon on here. lol. you are rocking this marathon training. i am loving living through you right now. Report Inappropriate Comment

KIMCATUS 10/26/2009 9:14PM

Ooooh thanks for the tip about tying your shoes (arching your foot up)...and you still just totally inspire me. I don't know if/when I can make it to something like that but if I ever do, you'll be one of the peoples that make me go on!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

KAYAKID 10/26/2009 9:11PM

Dana, you did it! your awesome, I am so glad you felt our vibe as you needed it. Great job on your run and next weekend will be no different - you are doing so great! Keep it up! Report Inappropriate Comment