A few weeks ago our incredible friend Shawndene ran a half marathon in San Diego's annual Rock n Roll marathon. She ran in the spirit of her grandfather to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Ivie, Cherish and I went to support her by watching her pass the 9 mile mark then meeting her again at the finish line where many of her friends and family also were awaiting her triumph! Watching her earlier in the race, then watching her pass the finish line was infinitely inspiring! Cherish, Ivie and I found ourselves unexpectedly moved to tears by Shawndene's accomplishments.Her dedication to the race and love for her Tata further moved us to a decision to run our own half marathon! Cherish, Ivie, and I will be running the Carlsbad Half to be held on 1/23/11! We are neither avid nor experienced runners but are welcoming the challenge! There is likely no better feeling than to accomplish a goal, and the Year of the Tiger certainly is one where "the impossible just might be possible." Thank you Shawndene for being our inspiration!
If you would like to follow our progress, I've attached a link to our training schedule here. Ivie and Cherish have already started the program, and I'll be joining them promptly after the Bar - the first weekend of August.
Congratulations, Shawndene! Very inspiring, indeed. Way to take on a new challenge, Saritha and ladies! Cool about the Year of the Tiger...what else should I know?
ReplyDeleteP.S. incidentally, this is my work computer wallpaper right now: http://www.freewallpapers.to/animals/tiger1.htm
ReplyDeletei must have subconsciously remembered it was year of the tiger when I picked it!