(Photo from the Portland, OR Japanese Gardens)
"Endurance is one of the most difficult disciplines,
but it is to the one who endures
that the final victory comes." ~ Buddha
I'm back from the Whidbey Island Marathon,
where I walked 13.1 miles in my very first half marathon.
It was a lovely Girls' weekend with fabulous women,
good food, gorgeous weather and a beautiful course.
I had more pain than expected
(due to a pesky, slightly weighted fanny pack)
but made it across the finish line.
Now I can't wait for next year!
And am thinking about doing the Happy Girls Half Marathon
in Sisters, Oregon in November.
A friend is on his way to Boston
to run one more Boston Marathon
after last year's tragic event.
Sending out endurance energy and good thoughts!
(Photo copyright: Kirsten Steen)
Hello there my dear friend! Back from Paris are you! WELCOME HOME, but of course, I am sure you have many fond memories that would lure you back in a heart beat. Thank you for this message about endurance; it IS one of the toughest disciplines, and yet when we practice it, we win. Thank you for coming to visit, and I wish you a peaceful weekend. Anita
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear all about it Kirsten. Paris, I mean. I do have to start walking. You are amazing. Don't know if I could walk a mile without having a heart attack. You are an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your marathon! Or half, but it seems like a whole to me! That's most impressive! And what a beautiful image and words to share.
ReplyDeleteCongrats, Kirsten! Way to go! Sorry about the weighted fanny pack, but you finished. And so glad it was a fun weekend. You deserved it. xxoo
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