As much as Branden and I enjoyed taking the opportunity to dress Wilson up and show him off last Halloween, it was that much better watching Wilson interact with people, learn that strangers offer pretty "sweet" treats, and oooh and aaah at the costumes this time around. We trick o' treated at my work on Friday afternoon and then went to Truck o' Treat at a local church.
Branden and I had a bit of fun, too! Just call me cupid... :)
Well, I did it. I completed a half marathon! The marketer in me just couldn't leave my phone behind, so I've decided to give a quick recap through photos, videos and quotes. Enjoy!
Before the race... I think you can see the nerves on our faces!
Team!
And, we're off!
The high of seeing a flood of people as I looked down the hill toward the Capitol was incredible.
About a mile and half in to the race, I felt a familiar foot pain - one that ended a run at three miles a few weeks ago. I decided to keep going and just go as far as I could. I probably made changes to my form to accommodate my sore foot because by the time I reached mile 5, my knee was hurting. But, just fake it 'til you make it. I kept telling myself that if I made it to mile 8, it would be smooth sailing... well, that turned out to almost be true!
There were several quotes (modified to fit my needs) running through my head - especially throughout those last five miles.
If it were easy, everyone would do it.
(Sign along the route)
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 (Team 413)
Your body will always hurt and want to stop. It's your brain that pushes through.
Other people have struggled through battles worse than this. Keep going.
I had a baby... I can do this!
The faster you run, the faster it's over...
And, then, I came to the last half mile. To hear and see all of those cheering as I approached the finish line is an experience in itself. I took off my head phones to just enjoy this moment. For the last few minutes, I forgot about how bad my foot and knee hurt, I forgot about achieving a certain time... I just took a second to realize that I was actually going to finish!
As much as Branden and I enjoyed taking the opportunity to dress Wilson up and show him off last Halloween, it was that much better watching Wilson interact with people, learn that strangers offer pretty "sweet" treats, and oooh and aaah at the costumes this time around. We trick o' treated at my work on Friday afternoon and then went to Truck o' Treat at a local church. 
