9 Days and Counting - The Other Race

Mine is not the only race coming up. Mark has his first 5K this Sunday - Hot Chocolate 5K. Mark was originally supposed to run a 5K back in June. He was part of my No Boundaries training program. Sadly about a week before the race he had a seizure, and was in a lot of pain and could not run on race day.

It bothered him all summer. He told me to be on the lookout for another race. In the meantime he was hitting the gym and running. At this point he has lost 28 lbs, and is feeling very good about himself. I was on the lookout for another race, and when I found this one, I registered him for it.

I asked him if he wanted me to run with him. He actually wants me to wait for him at the finish, just as he has waited for me. He wants me to have a sign cheering him on, and water and a bagel waiting. I am happy to do that. I have recruited friends to come out and be his cheering crew. So there will be a Mark contingent cheering him on.

I am so proud of Mark. He is doing so well, and really seems to enjoy the running and training. A new runner has emerged.

Charlie