26.2

I did it! 26.2 miles at the Kentucky Derby Marathon. It was my first marathon and it was such a great experience. I have run several half marathons but just really didn't think I could do a full. It just seemed impossible to me. I was so anxious and was even standing there waiting for the race to start thinking what I am doing here? This is CRAZY! Well, it was crazy but it was actually really fun and I enjoyed the whole thing! Plus, it was so cool to run through our city-lots of places I had never been. My favorite part was running through Churchill Downs. There is something so satisfying to me in taking on a huge challenge and working really hard to accomplish it. It made me feel like I can do anything! I can't wait to do another one!

Jenny and Traci ran the mini marathon and I was so grateful to be able to go to the race with them and get ready together.

I had Davis run the last little section of the race and cross the finish line with me. He did a great job and kept telling me 'I helped you run fast, Mom! We won the race!'.

Tired and happy to be done! These guys were such a great support team...not only during the race but during all the training, too. I couldn't have done it without Steve's support and making sure I could always get out to do my training runs. What can I say? He's the best!