Marathon thoughts

This morning was the morning. At this time right now I was to be running my 3rd marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon. Well, those plans had to be deferred. I have been suffering with a few injury's and could not heal in time to race.

Having been a volunteer coach for the First Time Marathon program, not being able to run with my group is a letdown. I should be there with them. I need to help encourage them. Wait, is this about me or them?

I am learning to "let it go". Once I made my decision to defer to 2009 I have had such peace. Peace that I am learning my lesson to not run injured. Do I want to run for the day or for the rest of my life? I knew the logical answer and made the choice that would let me heal quickly. I am content and know that there is a "bigger picture"for my marathon running life.

Oh, but wait, I want to run a marathon before 2008 ends....

Good luck to all my friends running this morning, I am there in spirit!