Day 21: Fun and a 5K

Last night when Eric got home, we were able to do some of the things the girls had planned.

We roasted marshmallows and made laser sticks.

E prompted us to snuggle by the fire under blankets and share what each one of us is thankful for. Sweet, sweet time.

THEN, this morning we woke bright and early to ........

Run in our very first 5K!!!!

I cannot even believe I am typing those words, but it's true! I have to tell you I've been proud of myself all day. This is such a huge accomplishment for me. I have always loathed exercise. When I turned 38 years old, I wanted to do something to feel better ... to quit feeling so tired all the time and have some energy to play with my girls. Not to mention the hormones! I wanted to do something to help my moods (Amen!).

I still didn't start trying to run until 8 months later. I had some problems in the beginning, but have surprised myself by loving it. I am feeling better and running does do wonders for your moods :)

So Eric, my friend, Rita and I decided to sign up to run in this race today. It was a lot of fun - okay, maybe not halfway into it - I wasn't thinking 'fun', but at the finish line I felt great!

I'm glad it ended well ...... because I have to tell you I was nervous at first.

This is Rita BEFORE we even started stretching. She freaked out when we told her it was timed. I'm not sure why she wasn't aware of that. So, she went ahead and demonstrated what she would look like at the end. ha!

She didn't though. She finished strong.

Can't wait til the next one!