Sarah & Zoe (our 3 & 2 year old daughters) ran across the finish line with me this morning! I am hoping the photo people got the shot & I can post it soon.
Let me tell you, it was not my best race, yet it was a wonderful, joyous morning. My ipod broke about about a mile into the run...so I had a wonderful opportunity to practice listening to my soul, enjoying the sounds of nature and not just the beat of the music.
After the race, I was retrieving my bag and saw a familiar face...couldn't quite place it at first. So being a complete ass, I blurted out (to a very stunned woman), 'Miggy?!' Yes, you've got it, Miggy, the mama-half of the green team from the current season of The Biggest Loser was there. And so was, 'Nicole?!' (much less stunned, as she is probably used to running into bozos like me--haha). Nicole was from season 7 of The Biggest Loser, a member of the red team, along with her then fiance (now husband), Damien. Both looked amazing and graciously asked how my run went. I actually hope to check out Nicole's spin class in the city some time soon.
It was a great way to spend a Sunday morning, especially one that typically would be rought with over-eating (Super Bowl Sunday!--more on that later...I'll post of pick of the healthy stuff I'm taking to the party tonight). I also met a very nice young woman, Kara, who has lost 85 lbs & is training for the NYC Marathon this year. She has an awesome blog, Karathon, if you get a chance, check it out.
Two great thoughts to share:
1. Even when things aren't exactly as you expect them to go, enjoy the journey, at the end of the run, I have to say, even with my pants falling down (yes, they were loose!) & a broken ipod & frigid temps, I enjoyed myself, found joy and peace in the practice of moving my body and drew inspiration from the other runners all around me.
2. What an awesome example for my daughters! They got to run across the finish line with their mama & received more cheers than even the lead runner! I can't wait for the day that we can run together as a family--how cool!
seems that you have a wonderful family. keep it up =)
Posted by: online doctor | February 08, 2010 at 11:14 AM
Thanks for the shout-out! Hope the race photogs got a shot of you and your girls at the finish :)
Also, one of my dreams is to inspire my (future, hypothetical) kids to get out and run; I'm glad you're setting such an amazing example for your girls! I'm sure they are SO proud of you and all you've accomplished.
Posted by: Kara | February 08, 2010 at 04:34 PM
I think the girls will follow the steps of the father. ;) It is lovely to see that there are families running together to be healthy and fit. Do the best thing!
Posted by: CalorieShiftingDiet | February 11, 2010 at 08:33 AM
That's the type of Family I really admire thanks for this posted.
Posted by: online consultation | February 11, 2010 at 02:12 PM