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I have crossed over.

I think it has happened. I never imagined it, but I have crossed over. I have become that 7-letter word -- dare I even say it? ATHLETE. (HA!)

I did another 5K this morning to benefit a local domestic violence shelter. I had a time of 49:13 -- a little off my previous best pace but only less than a minute off. THAT was phenomenal, and it was a certified distance, so I know I'm doing good.

Next week I have another, for Special Olympics. I just found out there's one the weekend after that not too far from here (not a benefit one, but one just the same). And one two weeks after that.

I made two trips to the sports store that was a sponsor for today's race. I spent over $100 bucks there in the last 24 hours -- new shoes, exercise clothes and orthotic insoles. I can see myself going back to this store at least once a month to just .... you know .... see what's new.

I did not ever expect this to happen. Me, the very definition of a modern maj.... I mean, the very definition of a couch potato .......... and now I'm doing 5K's. My times are still a little higher than I'd like, but for walking, not bad at all!!!!

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S. said…
Hmm...I thought I just left a comment, but maybe not. Well, regardless, I just wanted to say that it's very inspiring to read about your running! Makes me think more and more about doing it myself.
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