To Taste Success

I ran the 5k sponsored by the Marines in Jasper this past Saturday. At the end of the race, I was very happy to learn that I ran the course at a personal best 22:44, which is quicker than I thought possible. An even greater surprise awaited as the were announcing the age category award winners. I ended up placing at the top of the 41-45 age bracket and was given a trophy. I was stunned. I stood there overwhelmed by what just happened. I know I wasn't burning up the road with my speed and perhaps the best runners were off at some other competition but it was an unexpected blessing.
Unlike my sons, who seem to manage to pick up trophies and awards in nearly every sport they play,

Its Been Awhile * * *

That means either I slacked off from running or got busy doing it!

Still @ it and it looks like next week I will hit the 700 mile mark since running last October.

Since last entry I have had a couple positives:

• My April 23-29 miles were a best 48.
• Ran 16 miles on May 5.
• Tomorrow is the Jasper 5K Leathernecks Marine Corp Race- Had to enter just so I could get that T-shirt!

Been running the local 5k course knowing that the big Shoals Catfish Race is less than 2 months away (July4th).
I really want to put everything into that race and will keep gearing up for it.