I did it.

I still remember the day in January 2006 when Joe had just completed running his first marathon. I was several months pregnant with Jadyn and didn't feel fit to walk across the street, let alone any real distances. I told him you know, I doubt I would ever be able to run it and I doubt I would be able to do a full marathon but it would be nice if maybe someday I could train to walk a half marathon. Well that day has come and gone and I feel so accomplished that I can cross this one off my bucket list.

Here we are at mile 13, shortly before crossing the finish line. I was waving back at Jake who acting as my own personal cheerleading squad, was sitting in the grass and clapping for me:

Right after the race, Solinda and I posing with our finisher metals. I have to say I am so thankful that Solinda decided to do this with me because I am positive I wouldn't have been able to do all that training without someone to talk to and push me along the way. I have undoubtedly made a lifelong friend in her:

And nothing better than to have my favorite Valentines (along with the guy behind the camera of course) to congratulate me at the finish line:

Next up: I have decided to try and give this whole running thing a try. My goal is to be able to run a 5K by April 10th. But before I take on that endeavor, I am going to enjoy our time in San Diego and take a well-deserved break. And I would be remiss not to thank everyone for all their much appreciated support.