Last year I ran my first ever organized run. The 2011 St. Patty 5k. I ran with my brother, Andy. I had 2 goals last year. First, to run the entire 3.2 miles without stopping. Second, to do it in 30 minutes or less. Well, I scored on both goals. I ran the entire thing in 27.54. I was beyond proud of myself. So, when it came time to do the run this year I was all excited to beat my time from last year. I didn't take pics from last year so this is Andy and me before this years race...
I did my best. Really, I did. I ran my first mile in 9.2o minutes and my second mile was done in 9.02. However, it was at that point the 24 ounces of water I had consumed prior to the run decided to hit my bladder. I tried to make it to the end but after 4 kids it was not going to happen. And I was not about to wet me pants for the sake of making good time. So, at the 3rd business I located a bathroom and found relief =) I finished the race in 30.20 with a pee break.
If you look closely you can tell Andy is laughing at me for opting to take that pee break. He thinks I should have just kept going. HA! I am too much of a lady to do that. Which is why I will never run a marathon. Next year I will remember to find a restroom BEFORE the run starts. All in all I had a really great time and I'm looking forward to the next one. Warrior Dash 2012, here I come!!
