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I did it.
Now, I just need to finish a 50K by 12/31.
I’m not going to finish the 4,000 footers this year. Reaching 2 out of 5 goals, while not ideal, isn’t too bad.
Bring on 2019.
Sad, but kind of true. I’ve wanted to finish a 50 mile race since 2014. I’ve signed up for a few and just never got my mileage to a point that I could toe the starting line. 2019 is the year. I’m sure of it.
I grew up watching Laverne & Shirley – two women making their way in the world. I watched this video over and over; and while I didn’t pay attention then, the theme song is soooooo relevant. #makingourdreamscometrue
I watched to movie Invictus last night. It’s an older movie about an even older events: South Africa before and during the 1995 Rugby World Cup. I really liked the movie and learned so much about South Africa, Nelson Mandela and rugby.
At this time of year I need inspirational stories as I plan my year: ultra running training and racing, professional development and travel. I thought it was time to get off Netflix and watch a few inspirational stories.
After watching Invictus there are so many aspects of the story to inspire and just be better – at work, in athletics, getting involved in government and how to be a leader. I want so much for my life and I’m still not where I want to be. I think a great way to get better is to read the stories of great men and women whose accomplishments changed the world. My next few posts will be about inspirational people.
As of this writing I am at mile 898 for 2018.
I just need to run 102 miles and will reach my goal.
