Race Day.

Well, my big day arrived. 

My first race in over 15 years. 

The last few weeks were tough getting ready for it. 

I wanted to quit.  I was looking for a way to back out.

Then I heard the news of an old co-worker of mine, Nancy. 

She was one of the first people I knew when I moved to Abilene. 

Nancy had been diagnosed with lung cancer.

This gave me the motivation to run the race. 

Could I run like I used to? NO

Would I finish in the top 10? NO

Could I finish the race?  YES

So, I did.

2 miles in 21 minutes and 33 seconds. 

No school record. 

But not a time to be ashamed of.  I finished.

My dear husband attempted to get some photos. 

There's Jen and I as we passed by my house. 

Matt & Hannah watching the race. 

Matthew still isn't quite sure if running should be something that a mom does.