The Running
Mom on the Run tagged me for a running meme. I am hosting my Dad and Grandma here in beautiful Nova Scotia, so without further ado, a little about me and running.
1. How would you describe your running 10 years ago?
Non-existent. Up until six weeks ago, I felt that unless my life was in peril, running was a crazy notion. I never understood why people liked to run. I would ask runners and they would shrug and say it feels great. WHAT!?! I didn’t get it.
2. What is your best and worst run/race experience?
er well I am really just getting started. I did however sprint once. For a brief moment in time I was flying. It felt great. Sadly I have yet to be able to do it again. The stars were aligned perfectly in that moment.
3. Why do you run?
It started off, I was walking. I was determined to walk every night for an hour. I needed to get into shape. I was unhappy with my body and wanted to change it. I wanted to be in control, rather than feeling helpless. After a few weeks of walking, it just felt natural to start running. My husband is still in shock that I go for a run.
4. What is the best or worst piece of advice you’ve been given about running?
hmm I have yet to talk to a lot of runners, now that I am a runner. I am a little shy about it since I just started and feel like I am not quite a runner. I am trying to change that mentality and just believe it. I am a RUNNER. I am. Really. Almost. Kinda?
I changed my routine last night. It was raining. My company was waiting at home. It was shorter and less challenging, and I rocked! It was great! I think I will spice things up a little 
5. Tell us something surprising about yourself that not many people would know.
geez I have been blogging for so long I think everyone knows me 
Instead enjoy some photos from yesterday 
I’m so proud of you.
I wish I could run.
And I still love your dad.
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Keep on running! Great pics - looks like Becca’s really enjoying her visit from grandpa!
Very good list, and yes, you are a RUNNER if you run. It doesn’t matter if you run a mile or 10 miles, you run, therefore you are!
So, how far have you gotten and how long has it taken you??? Has your knees or anything bothered you since you started running? I love to run, but seem to get shin splints.
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I tried to post and lost my internet so this maybe #2, but it said this:
I love the picture of Ethan and his Grandpa!
Good for you and the running, esp. after your foot injury.
And I moved the blog, again http://hollysjoy.wordpress.com/ someday I’ll change my profile.
Love the pics with you Dad and Grandma! Thnaks for sharing with us and enjoy your visit
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Keep running girl! If you start to lose your motivation join the Running Run in Halifax. Here they have free runs twice a week where runners just meet and run together you don’t have to be a member to participate, they probably have the same there. Great chance to meet other runners and stay motivated.
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Oh crap, I have to do that meme.
I’m so glad you’re loving running. And…great pics! Have fun with the fam!
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One of these days I will start running again, one of these days…
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I only run if someone is chasing me with a knife.
Or throwing a snake at me.
I admire those who choose to run, however.
Go you.
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I hope you’re having a great time with your dad and grandma!
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I have bad knees - I’m 46 - running not a part of my life. Enjoy your family visit and I always love your pictures.
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It was great to find some more stuff about you. I love the pictures. Looks like a great day.
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I’m so impressed that you’re a runner now. That’s awesome!
I enjoyed the pictures. Thanks for sharing.
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It is always so great to know more about you. I am so jealous that you are now running!
Anyway, I just recently enrolled in a Writing Workshop and I am sharing some exercises in my blog and I would love to see what you come up with. Please join me? Promise…it is a short exercise.
It is always so great to know more about you. I am so jealous that you are now running!
Anyway, I just recently enrolled in a Writing Workshop and I am sharing some exercises in my blog and I would love to see what you come up with. Please join me? Promise…it is a short exercise.
Way to go about running, lots of discipline an determination helps too
Great family photos! I commend you for sticking with running…I’ve now fallen off the walking bandwagon. Maybe I will get my act together again sooner or later.
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This time last summer I started a running program and I did great!! It lasted until November when life got a little stressful!! Which is when I really needed to do it!!
This week, I’m going to get myself back on the wagon!! Wish me luck!!
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btw…proud of you!!!
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Yay for running! My question about running is how many pairs of trainers am I going to go through ????? I think my feet are telling me it’s time for new ones, but it’s not that long ago that I got these ones …. hmmm.
Love the photos - I can see you in your Dad. That photo of him and Ethan is one to be framed.
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