I have been reading here and am so proud of everyone!
karebear1--Karen, whooo hooo! for you! I can't wait to see those pics! That must be such a great feeling you have right now knowing that you can do it! You are right, we will have a great time! Thanks for the link for the blister product. New Tennis shoes, hope you don't get blisters from yours like I did.
Cheryl N. WI, it does sound like you had the nicest girls weekend.
NancyK, don't feel too badly about ONLY doing an 8/5 mile walk! That is excellent! You will get there.
LittleMissMickey--Ashley, You posted a GREAT! ten mile time there! You are doing so fine! That is WAY less than the minimum amount and you will breeze through those last miles with time to spare! Hope you can get that torch going for your brother. Thanks for the Penguin Thought. And, yes we are running! I love that!
I went through the chaffing too and found a solution. I use the body balm. You might try that for the chaffing. (or bag/udder balm if that is all you can locate) I actually had the chaffing on my upper thighs and under arms for a bit. That stuff really helped there. Also I did a clothing style change. I have these shorts that are like tight fitted. This has kept the chaffing at bay for me. I think I will probably use these couple pair I have in January if they don't wear out first.
Blisters, well I just used medical tape as Sundie does and put a couple of layers across my heels and around the toes that were bothersome until it eased up some. Hope that they ease up for you soon. Take care of that. Karen posted a great sounding product. Let me know if you like it.
PS...at this point I think I must add that tissues are definitely going to be the order for me too. I can see the flood gates pouring as time nears.
pixiechick--Colleen,
Susan--Ontario, your post about DD was cute! Oh I remember those times. Cherish the moments.
plutosmyfav--Sundie, Wow for you too! You did a great time in your ten miles, with a break and all! Now that is amazing.
ohMom--Molli, good news about your garage sale! Sorry about your back. Take care of it so it doesn't get out of control. Don't overdo, there is still time. Now, You need to keep in this about your eating. You have been doing so wonderful. Don't let a few falls keep you from your goal. Get back in this. We need you! I am thanking you for including me in your prayers to have that strength to make food choices as an athlete in training would do. That is a wise thing and will pray the same for us too.
Sounds like you all have a great weekend planned. I hope you enjoy every moment.
Wow, what a great time you had 3 miles/30 min! You are humming for certain!
maryliz, you are moving! How exciting and you are walking/running/exercising. You sound very committed to your plan. It is good to hear. I know when you get your high speed access, you will be so thrilled! It seems that you proved to yourself that you will be able to do that half in just three weeks. I learned from your post and will try to do better for me on my next long trek. That is a great time in spite of the difficulty you had.
PS...at this point I will add that I am concerned as well because of the same reason, the time is drawing near! Also looking forward to the group hugs.
tw1nsmom--Dawn, Great for you getting past that 16 minute mark. You can do this! Seems like you have a plan going too. Keep up the good work there. New bathroom too? I know you will just love it after everything is finished. Great idea about your drapes. I wish I could be talented enough or creative enough to do something like that.
trola2--Beth, how are you doing? I've been wondering how you are managing with all you are facing.
Debbie, I agree about not wanting to walk during the week. I love the weekends better!
ibouncetoo--Jackie, good luck with your 14WK training schedule. You can do it! Let us know how you did with your 10K. Pics please! Have fun! Soundl like you have much of your Jan trip already planned. Dinner with 8 or 9 other DISers! What Fun!
The pontoon boats sound interesting. I have never done that. GG sounds like it is a bit more complicated. We could be up for either night I think. However, it might be "sticky" for us as it looks like we arrive a bit later on Friday than I had hoped. (Still have to book the flight.)
Tiger Lily 03--me--Lily, I was not able to do my long event this weekend as I had hoped so I tried to pile it into my Monday after work. I went for 8 miles and was doing a great pace. I ended up not doing well for the last mile as I think I pushed myself too much there. I was doing about a 14 min/mile for the 1st 4 miles, then slowed down some (on purpose) then that last mile broke me. I just used it as a cool down mile. I did try to do some more walking but slower yesterday while DH was at PT. I could barely do 2 miles. I actually hurt. My feet felt all cramped up for some reason. So, I am doing nothing today. I feel less in pain today, but don't want to over achieve here. You all inspired me so much, I tried too much too soon. I learned a valuable lesson I hope.
I want to TM right now, but I am not going there. I will end my day with Pilates instead.
Everyone, keep on keeping on. It is great to hear your stories.