Today was my first ever 10-mile run. I've finally hit double digits! Despite some chronic health issues this week, I completed today's workout, pushing through the pain and finishing in a respectable 2 hours (okay, it was just over 2 hours, but still... not bad for 10 miles and feeling like crap)! Oh, and by the way, this was all starting before 5am, as I still had to get to work on time. Wow, it's really dark at that hour, especially in the country!
Helping to keep my mind off things that were bothering me was the fact that I had several "Forrest Gump" moments: Morning moonlight filtering through the trees, lighting my way as best as possible; Horses taking a break from their grazing to watch me with their long faces and big sweet eyes (yes, I actually say "hello" to them, and they say it back, in their own horsey way); Thick, cool mist rising off of the pond on Davis Rd. These things are incredibly peaceful to me, and they are a real highlight of my early mornings on the road. It also helped that the temperature was only about 60 degrees this morning... not bad for late July in Maryland!
In the past week or so, I've been learning a lot about training, cross-training, and the importance of monitoring my heart rate, hydration and carbs. One of my mentors is a good friend who's saintly enough to answer all of my silly questions, and I think this training program would be a lot harder than it is without his support, advice and assistance. He even ran last week's 8-miler with me. So, to Brian H, I send many thanks! :)
Also, just this morning, I received an email from Marchica and Deppa LLC. They have issued a match-challenge grant, and any donations will be matched by them up to $5000. So, that being said, let's get those donations rolling in and get our soldiers the help they need! Thanks!!!
p.s. If you are not comfortable donating online, you can always send me a check at my work address (I'm in the process of moving, so work is best):
Attn: Suzy Quintavalle -YRF
Earth Treks Climbing Centers
7125-C Columbia Gateway Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
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Way to go, Suzy!!! You are blessing me and others by your efforts to honor Scott and others who have given everything. We are following your progress and will make a contribution soon. Take care - Susan Kirkpatrick Burch (Aunt Susan)
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