I am more proud then I can say to announce that my mom completed a half marathon a couple of weeks ago. She ran in memory of my grandmother who passed away in April of Alzheimer's. I am more proud of her then I could ever express in words and wanted to share this with all of you guys. My sister ran most of the way with her just to coach her through this amazingly difficult task. Mom finished 9th out of over 50 runners in her age bracket. She totally beat her goal time. Here are some of her words:
"The rain started about 1 minute into my run and continued throughout the trek but 13.1 miles and 2 hours and 9 minutes later, I crossed the finish line. The most gruesome, taxing but most awesome things I have ever done on a personal level. The last two miles were the hardest not only physically but mentally but I felt Mom's spirit with me. I just kept reminding myself of the struggles she endured and told myself that if she could do it, I can too....and I did it!!"
I love you mom and am so proud to call you my mom.
I love you mom and am so proud to call you my mom.