I spent this weekend out and about. I had 3 birthday parties to attend (including one for my fabulous and supportive hubby). And while all my weekend socializing was AMAZING for my healing spirit, all that activity was not so great for the healing boobies. I had a great time celebrating birthdays, chatting with friends, and spending time with family. But my body is still quite tired - despite what I want to believe. And my boobies are now quite swollen and uncomfortable. Sleeping is back to being elusive. And running on Sunday just didn't exactly seem to be in my best interest (*despite my new sneaks practically calling out to go for a test drive*)
Remember my inspiring visit with Baby Jayden way way way back in October?! It was her 1st birthday this weekend! Holy Cow! Can you see how that precious smiling cake face would be a great mood booster!? (I know your smiling too! How can you not?!)
So while I have no run of my own to report (just yet) it did feel great to see some of my favourite people this weekend! And I spent yesterday being inspired by some of my BADASS running buddies who were busy tackling the grueling heat and the Boston Marathon! Boston is serious business! And this year's record high temperatures really ramped up the level of difficulty this year. If you are a runner then you know scoring that elusive BQ (Boston Qualifying Time) is a sure sign that you've made it! Boston is like the Running Mecca!
If you are running Boston then you are among the best of the best! This years winner Wesley Korir ran it 2:12:40! Yep he ran a full marathon in the heat faster than I was able to run my Half. Boston is for serious competitors! And because I have to run with a hardcore crew here in the online world - I happen to know 5 strong, amazing women who ran Boston yesterday!
Dorothy Beal from Miles Posts
Robin from Westford Mommy
Melody from Will Run for Margaritas
Whitney from Live Run Love Yoga
Amanda (aka my lovely run coach) from Miss Zippy
Despite the option for deferral these women all laced up their sneakers and ran! These women inspire me with their dedication and their strength. I haven't been able to lace up my sneakers yet, but this week I definitely plan to. And when I go for my first difficult and humbling run post-op, I will be thinking about these women and channeling a little of their competitive spirit.
Love your Favourite Darwinian Fail,
Krysten
Very cool. Just 2 weeks out and still have 1 drain, it seems like I will never run again and I would love to. I would love to run away from ALL of this! I know it will happen but geez....
ReplyDeleteThe first 2 weeks are seriously THE WORST! it does slowly get better. But at week 6 when the doctors are saying 12 weeks to return to normal - I am beginning to think they may be right. SIGH!
DeleteThank you for the shout out! It was tough but I'm so proud!!
ReplyDeleteyou keep at it girl! can't wait to hear about your first run back!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind words which mean that much more from a tough lady like you!
ReplyDeleteSounds like despite the lack of run it was a great weekend. Its ok, take your time and then when you come back you'll be even stronger! My surgery date has been changed most likely to Nov and coincidentally there is a half marathon right before then leading up to the date. Hmmm...should I follow in your footsteps?!?!?! I might need some coaching along the way!
ReplyDeleteDamn those surgeons and their schedules! BLAH! But you know you wanna run a half! I would love to help with a plan too! :)
DeleteBefore I decide I want to know the actual surgery date bc it is STILL up in the air. I might be taking you up on that offer! :o)
DeleteWell keep me posted. I understand that longing for a concrete date OH SO WELL!
DeleteThank you SO much for the Boston shout-out!! It was not an easy race - but I fought through it all.
ReplyDeleteHope you start feeling better soon. Rest those boobies :)
Krysten, thanks for linking to the Boston marathoners...so inspiring to read their race reports!
ReplyDeleteI hope that you're feeling less sore as the week progresses. You'll be back to running before you know it. Take care.
You will get there, girl!!! You've got the heart, that's for sure!! (And you're absolutely right about the Boston posts!! SOOOO inspiring!)
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