Re: "Women distance runners are inspiring". Fact! I think it's cool how you know so many inspiring runners directly and keep in touch.
Re: Future solo times. That's right! You never know... And so we go!
Re: Hug. I imagined Lennie's thought bubble: "Aw, that's so sweet. NOW GET TRUCKIN!!!"
Re: Words to channel. Settle. Focus. Strength. I agree: "mental game...on point". I think Deena would be proud :)
Re: Next year. To me, it sounds like you've given yourself several great options for running in 2024! As you say, no matter how the marathon lotteries turn out, you can put together a race schedule that motivates you and stretches you. Enjoy considering your options, enjoy choosing your own adventure, enjoy pursuing that adventure however it unfolds, enjoy discovering about and creating yourself.
Re: Race outfits. Well, in that case, (1) RFND! and (2) RIP Hamburglar: Your classic style, and the creative cheers you elicited from supportive New Yorkers, will always have a special place in our hearts.
Thanks, Pen Pal! I enjoyed reading about your journey through not one but two races, learning from your experience and insight, benefiting from your indefatigable resilience and positive humor. Thank you for sharing with everyone here. Congratulations, and I wish you a luxurious and refreshing break in the days ahead!
WOW! What a great “finale” To your 2023 running! Congratulations. I look forward to your next adventures and blog.❤️
Dear Pen Pal,
Going out on top indeed! Wow! Congratulations!
Re: "Women distance runners are inspiring". Fact! I think it's cool how you know so many inspiring runners directly and keep in touch.
Re: Future solo times. That's right! You never know... And so we go!
Re: Hug. I imagined Lennie's thought bubble: "Aw, that's so sweet. NOW GET TRUCKIN!!!"
Re: Words to channel. Settle. Focus. Strength. I agree: "mental game...on point". I think Deena would be proud :)
Re: Next year. To me, it sounds like you've given yourself several great options for running in 2024! As you say, no matter how the marathon lotteries turn out, you can put together a race schedule that motivates you and stretches you. Enjoy considering your options, enjoy choosing your own adventure, enjoy pursuing that adventure however it unfolds, enjoy discovering about and creating yourself.
Re: Race outfits. Well, in that case, (1) RFND! and (2) RIP Hamburglar: Your classic style, and the creative cheers you elicited from supportive New Yorkers, will always have a special place in our hearts.
Thanks, Pen Pal! I enjoyed reading about your journey through not one but two races, learning from your experience and insight, benefiting from your indefatigable resilience and positive humor. Thank you for sharing with everyone here. Congratulations, and I wish you a luxurious and refreshing break in the days ahead!
Appreciate you more than I can say!