Three years ago versus today

Three years ago, on July 26, 2005, I did my first race, the Corporate Challenge.  It is a 3.5 mile race and I was thrilled to finish in 52 minutes (my goal was 55 minutes).  Today I did the same race and finished in 36:30, which is a 10:26 pace.  This is a PR for me - my fastest race to date!!  I guess all the sweat and training has paid off.  It really means a lot to be able to go to an event like this with my co-workers and to be able to run at a respectable pace.

You know, Mary, it sure is cool to look back on some of these things and see just how far we've come!

I'm so happy for you, and totally understand what this means and how it feels.  It feels good to keep going and see continued progress as well and know that your health has been benefitted by all your fitness activities.

I'm so very proud of you, too!

Linn

It is amazing to look back and see how far you've come.  Personally, I think it is amazing that any of us are actually running!   We definitely have a gift and it is great to be able to take advantage of it.  Keep up the good work.
Rob

How awesome Mary!! 

Hurray, Mary!!!  That is so awesome!!!  You are so inspiring to me!!!  Keep up the great work!  --Deanna  :)

Mary,

If someone would have told you 3 to 4 years ago that not only would you be running, but running fast, what would have said?   Isn't the journey amazing?  Congratulations on all of your hard work.

Kim

Mary,

Congratulations on a great race!  When I see anniversary posts like yours, I feel reassured that my own new-found athleticism isn't just a passing fad.  Even through your plastics, you've bounced back and resumed the race for lifetime fitness and health.

Cassie