Another good night, another good run

I slept well again last night, although I hated to take another Ambien. I don't want to get too attached to them. I also had a great run this morning, and have now earned the right to take the rest of the day easy, and to chill tomorrow (not that I wouldn't anyway, I can now do it guilt-free). I've been planning various meals this week to help me get ready (fish & pasta, sushi, etc.) and have been drinking more than usual (fluids, not alcohol). I'm excited about this run, but also really hope the weather cooperates with us.

I can't believe we've made it this far. I'm usually one who starts projects with a bang and then fades into the asphalt when the going gets tough. I don't know how they did it, but I have managed to keep plugging along, usually with a positive attitude, despite various injuries, issues, and heat. That's not really like me. I believe this group made the difference. I do believe this is a turning point for me in that I know that I can stick with things, if I just will. I've really enjoyed the training, and tell my friends and family all the time that I'd do this again as far as the training. We'll see what the marathon holds, but I don't really foresee being miserable. I've participated in athletic events where I was far from prepared (the MS 150 bike ride a few years back is a burning example of what not to do if you haven't trained for it), but this time I feel very confident that I can complete this marathon. It will take awhile, time for my supporters to get some coffee and a danish (to say the least), but I will do it. I may suffer a bit, but it won't stop me.