First of all--I got the job offer that I wanted! I am moving into the corporate world for awhile--I accepted a job offer with Tommy Bahama. I am the new HR Assistant in their corporate office in downtown Seattle. It's going to be a big change, but one I'm looking forward to. I start on Wednesday!
I ran the Miles For Memories 5k race in Bellingham over the weekend. I set a PR (personal record) of 27:02--that's a pace of 8:42 per mile. This is about a 10 minute improvement over the first race I ran a year ago! I'm very happy with my improvement. I finished 9th out of the women, and 31st overall--there were 150 runners total. It was a perfect morning for running--sun was out and the air was crisp. It's also a nice course to run.
My stepbrother Kable, and his son, Spencer, also participated. Spencer is 6 yrs. old. He ran the entire first half--walked most of the 2nd, and ran the last quarter mile or so across the finish line. Then he was off to play soccer in the afternoon! I see a track career in his future! He was sure to tell his dad that if he could get a better night's sleep and if the race might be later in the afternoon next time, he was sure he could beat everyone!
Spent part of the afternoon visiting with my stepbrother's family, then had lunch with a friend in Fairhaven at the Colophon Cafe'. YUM! Then I headed down to Mt. Vernon to my sister's place for the rest of the weekend. Had a great visit, toured the tulips, hung out with my nephew.
Yesterday I did my long run in Mt. Vernon. I did 17 miles--winding through town, then west into the farmland, then east again--making my way back to my sister's house. It was a great run--I had fun touring the area. The weather was good, too--overcast, but warm and an occasional breeze felt good after several miles! I felt strong, and kept a good, steady pace. I finished in just under 3 hours--keeping a pace of 10:31. Next Sunday is 18 miles, and then my first 20 miler the following week.
We had lunch at the Skagit River Brewery with my Dad and Stepmom, Glory. I was starving--pretty good food, and good company!
Taking the immodium before my runs now has been a lifesaver! It works wonders.
We booked a house to stay in at Sunriver for the marathon weekend. It will be nice to have a private place with our own kitchen and hot tub, and access to the resort's ammenities! I'm looking forward to it!
Today is a rest day--I've been feeling pretty groggy all morning, but my legs feel great! Tomorrow will be a cross training and weight lifting day.
Off for a cup of coffee and some scrabble!
No comments:
Post a Comment