Today I crossed something off of my 2013 to do list: Run a race that's more than a 5K. One of my closest friends and I signed up for the Turkey Trot. It was rainy but unusually warm this morning, and for my first 8K I think it went pretty well. Finished in 40 minutes, kept a good pace and ran the whole way!! A good stepping stone to my 2014 goal of a half marathon.
It was also a time for mom to get away from routine and the hustle and bustle of every day life. It can be a lot of work to get four people packed up to go just overnight, and I often feel guilty about doing so, but it is good for a momma to get away from her kiddos for a little while.
I left Friday evening and was back within 24 hours, but feel refreshed and ready to go again. Funny how just a little time away puts things back into perspective. I even managed to get a little Christmas shopping crossed off the list and prepared our little wrestler for his first practice next week.
As the season is about to get busy it's a great time to remember all there is to be thankful for, and those little things we sometimes take for granted. I was happy to see those little kiddos and the smiles on their faces when I picked them up. Thankful for great parents who are willing to help out, and an awesome husband that has supper prepped when I walk in the door.
It's the little things.....
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