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Location:

Mesa,AZ,

Member Since:

Apr 04, 2007

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Marathon Finish

Running Accomplishments:

Prs:

1 mile:  6:31

5K:  23:37

Half Marathon: 2:04

My first post-high school 5K, in which I thought I was going to die

The first time I won my age division.  Yippee!

My first half marathon, in which I attack Sasha

The time I beat my high school PR for the 5K (as a 31 year-old mommy of 3!)

My first 5K barefooted

 

Short-Term Running Goals:

I'm just getting back into running after a long break to have my last child.  I would like to race some 10Ks, a half, and a marathon in the next 2 years.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Be the oldest woman to complete a marathon.  Yea!  But hopefully I will also complete some BEFORE I geezer up, like, before I'm 40 for sure.  I think it would be fun to dress up really strange for marathons, like impersonating celebrities and stuff.  Except I don't really like celebrities, as a rule, so maybe I'll have to stick to the age old question of ninja, or pirate.  I say ninja. *Hyah!*

Personal:

I am happily married to James W (Cool Runnings). We have 3 boys and 1 opinionated little girl.  I love reading and I'm also a news junkie.  I am a stinker.

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Man oh man, this was the first time I've run with Sam in quite a while.  That little dude is WAY to inclined to nearly kill of his momma with sudden surges.  I naturally feel that I should keep even with him, since he is knee-high to a chipmunk, and we run on a road.  Visibility, you know.  But geez!  If we are running 10:30 pace, it actually means we are running 11:15 pace, with some bursts of 8:30 pace thrown in there.  One unexpected benefit is that I was feeling quite nauseated before the run, and though I was certain I'd have to ralf at some point during the run (I didn't) I had ABSOLUTELY NO trace of nausea after and for the rest of the day!  That is a miracle.  Is running a remedy for morning sickness?  

My adorable parents-in-law left today, but not before my beloved mother-in-law, Sandy, took me shopping.  She is always trying to help me get a clue where fashion is concerned.  So today she bought me a Ralph Lauren sweater to wear to church (which is ALWAYS freezing--even in the summer!  The air conditioner is set to actic temperatures.).   She gives me clothes as often as she can, and they always look great and fit perfectly.  I am more likely to love something SHE picks out than something I find.  How in the world does THAT happen?  I don't know.  She is a shopping goddess, I guess.  She informs me that I am drawn to whatever clothes make me look most pregnant, or like a little old lady.  She tries to steer me in the right direction, but I am a slow study.  She, on the other hand, will never age.  That woman looks 20 years younger than her real age.   I really love hanging out with her, although she can out-shop me by about 8 hours--she is like the energizer bunny in high-heeled sandals!   Do NOT attempt to go to a large mall with her unless you have been training for at least a year.   Start by walking a mall for an hour a day and work up to 4 hours gradually.

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Comments
From walter on Mon, Nov 10, 2008 at 22:50:07

Im running with my wife this year! can you believe that. I may take you up on your offer during Del Sol! Ill get with you when it gets closer in time. Thanks for the invite. Are you or James thinking of running R&R half or full in Jan.?

From Lybi on Mon, Nov 10, 2008 at 22:59:22

Nope on R&R. But that is so cool that you are running together! If James were to run a half with me, he'd have to keep his distance. I've been known to get violent when I run out of glycogen.

But yes, you are invited! You are easy company, my friend (other than the fact that you sometimes transmit the plague on your visits. Hehehe.)

From Christi on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 00:41:38

hilarious! I'm pretty sure you were hanging out with my mom today? Glad you're feeling good. Anxious for Doc to see that baby on the ultrasound. Are you considering homebirth or anything exciting like that?

From Christi on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 00:42:48

HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA- love the "puke on a run" goal. My Jim tells me I haven't given it my all yet, 'cause this hasn't happened to me yet. Cracks me up that you put it out there!

From walter on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 00:48:47

That was James' fault. I can explain! And that took weeks to get out of my system! lol Ill keep in touch with you of our plans.

From marion on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 10:33:51

Congratulations!!! I have missed the GREAT news! When are you due?

From Camille on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 18:39:21

LOL Your description of your Mother in Law made me think of my ultra hip mother.

I'm glad and jealous that you are out running again. We need to get together. We can limb/run/walk a few miles together :o) And, kill your nausea for the day too. It's a package deal, that's for sure! Are you coming to the Del Sol bowling thing Friday. Right now you are still considered part of the team and are invited to come have fun. Let me know if you are, cause I'll be sure to find a sitter if you plan on coming, and for sure be there. :o)

From sarah on Wed, Nov 12, 2008 at 11:18:09

Usually when I ran it was the only time I didn't feel sick!

From Lybi on Wed, Nov 12, 2008 at 14:09:15

Sarah--wow, no wonder you kept running! I would run constantly if it was the only way to keep from yakking. I feel rather sick during the run, but I feel so much better after. I am hoping this will really help me out in the next several weeks.

Camille, I feel like a jerk! I am sorry, I will not be attending the bowling. I have a scheduling conflict. And I am hoping against all hope that I will NOT be on the Del Sol team this year because I will *hopefully* still be...ya know...the way I am now. (I just can't say it!)

Marion-end of June. Wonder if I'll be hot...

Christi--home birth sounds so nice, but I don't think it would be the best choice for me, since I am kind of high risk. I've had a surgery on my...womb, so rupture is a possibility. Gotta be careful!

From camille on Wed, Nov 12, 2008 at 21:04:04

Lybi - You will be... And therefore you won't be running with us, but to me, you will always be *on* the team! (even if you aren't running *with* the team). I'm sad that you won't be there on Friday, but I understand a scheduling conflict

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