My nerves almost got the best of me until I felt Becky shaking like a leaf. Literally, she was one step away from falling over. Was it nerves for her too, or was her tiny little body just freezing cold? A little of both, she said. So we decided not to put it off any longer, we donned our trusty tether that I sewed the night before and he hit the road.
We ran, we chatted, laughed and ran some more... Apparently we got lost as well, I blame the poorly marked route. We ended up on a busy road and I was trying my best to keep us all safe, avoid the cars - people - and pot holes. Finally, back on route we hit a bottleneck path jammed full of people. Jules took charge and cleared the path for us. And although we were a little extra tired from running 7+ miles due to the wrong coarse markings... the finish line was in sight. I wanted to cry a little - but instead I grabbed Julianne's hand and pulled Becky in tight and we we finished together with gigantuan smiles on our faces.
I've finished 4 races this year... this finish was by far the most rewarding. I feel a little crazy saying that, especially after the tear filled finish after my 2nd leg of Ragnar. That race was the most physically demanding - but this race was the most emotionally charged and exciting.
Thank you Becky for allowing me to be your eyes.
What an honor.
5 comments:
That is my worst fear when running a race that I will end up of course. Good for you. That is amazing.
Seriously, who dresses that cute to run a 10k?
Fun Race! once again you are my hero!
What can I say ... tears of gratitude for you! Amazing. Loved it and yes, I can't believe how I was shaking to start! Yes, that dang cold weather :)
I am so proud of you and Becky both. This event was symbolic for me. It reminded me that we need to hold on tight to our tether between us and our Father In Heaven; by praying and reading scriptures and listening to the Holy Spirit nudge us and pull our tether one way or the other, we can stay safely on the path to return to Heavenly Father. And when our paths really get crowded and dangerous, we better really grab directly on to the Spirit and hold on tight. Thanks to both of you.
Way to go!!! It looks like it was super rewarding on so many levels. So proud of ya.
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