The only thing better than crossing the finish line is leaping over the start. If you're lucky enough to live in the metro NYC area you can qualify for the New York Marathon by running nine qualifying races with NYRR and volunteer at one event. I've started and finished eight races so far this year and I distinctly recall smiling at the start of each of the races.
I like running. At the moment I have reached an equilibrium point between overcoming physical struggle and reducing thought processing. Meaning I struggle just enough to minimize anxieties about the future but not enough that I have to stop running due to physical discomfort.
The Bronx 10 Mile is especially fun for me because it's the first out-and-back course I've done. I saw the first returning runner at mile 2 and half. I cheered him on. I continued to cheer others and felt energized. Maybe it was because the deep breathing from all the hollering. The first female I passed was an older lady, who looked like she was well into her 50s. I was surprised, inspired, and proud. Needless to say, I cheered her on. And just seeing her made me want to continue, now and in the future.
The run went extremely well considering I haven't been running all summer. Ironically, I had an extremely busy summer doing none of the things I loved doing. After a solid 13 years on the dating scene I finally realized my inability to balance my priorities and interests with those of another person and as a result, I inevitably feel trapped and resentful whenever I get into a relationship. And after the privilege of dating some really wonderful people who loved me deeply, I realized what is most important in a partner is not a list of defined qualifies or even love, but rather someone who can inspire and help me to become a better person, someone who sees me, really sees me, all of my past and future, and someone who have experienced the world on a deep level and come out full of hope. I've experienced all these things and more from different people. To find all in one neat package is a lot to ask but dear universe, that is what I am seeking. I've come this far and I will not settle for anything less than what I can bring to the table.
I'm ready to cheer you on to go farther, reach higher and catch you when you fall. Will you do the same for me?
I like running. At the moment I have reached an equilibrium point between overcoming physical struggle and reducing thought processing. Meaning I struggle just enough to minimize anxieties about the future but not enough that I have to stop running due to physical discomfort.
The Bronx 10 Mile is especially fun for me because it's the first out-and-back course I've done. I saw the first returning runner at mile 2 and half. I cheered him on. I continued to cheer others and felt energized. Maybe it was because the deep breathing from all the hollering. The first female I passed was an older lady, who looked like she was well into her 50s. I was surprised, inspired, and proud. Needless to say, I cheered her on. And just seeing her made me want to continue, now and in the future.
The run went extremely well considering I haven't been running all summer. Ironically, I had an extremely busy summer doing none of the things I loved doing. After a solid 13 years on the dating scene I finally realized my inability to balance my priorities and interests with those of another person and as a result, I inevitably feel trapped and resentful whenever I get into a relationship. And after the privilege of dating some really wonderful people who loved me deeply, I realized what is most important in a partner is not a list of defined qualifies or even love, but rather someone who can inspire and help me to become a better person, someone who sees me, really sees me, all of my past and future, and someone who have experienced the world on a deep level and come out full of hope. I've experienced all these things and more from different people. To find all in one neat package is a lot to ask but dear universe, that is what I am seeking. I've come this far and I will not settle for anything less than what I can bring to the table.
I'm ready to cheer you on to go farther, reach higher and catch you when you fall. Will you do the same for me?