July 28 - A New Week

In theory, yesterday was rest, and it was from running. However, the girls wore me out at the pool at the Y yesterday. We didn't get to swim all week, so we made up for it.

Ran pretty well this morning. I can tell I am pushing myself a little harder because I got pretty winded this morning - to the point my side hurt. I think that is a good sign that my legs will go further, now I need to work my lungs also. In 26:02, I ran 1.9 miles. I shaved off the last 0.1 that is running past my driveway to the end of the paved road and turning around. I was winded, and that is where all the mud is in the street, so it was an easy decision today. My feet have been feeling much better also - they only hurt right when I wake up and I stretch them pretty well.

Thanks to everybody who has helped with the fund-raising so far. Through yesterday, I have received support in the amount of $625.00, or 12.5% of the $5,000 goal. It will be a week or two before I send in the checks, so I want to acknowledge the Brewer's, the Sanderson's, and the Rigney's for their donation. The online donations are posted on the donation page. Many thanks to all of you.

While praying today, please remember the following:
Cameron Brown, who had relapsed after his 2nd transplant - They see the doctor today to formulate a plan.
Sam Turner - has been battling a cough and they will also see the doctor today to make sure he doesn't have an infection.
Olivia Culpepper - A lot going on there related to the hospital stay and communication with the doctors, on top of a child that is hurting.
Sarah E Council - She continues to do well, but has some test today that are a little painful. These test are basically to confirm she has a clean bill of health (as I understand it) and are obviously significant hurdles.

There may be others on the list, but these are on my mind this morning.

Cumulative miles since the start of training: 52.75 miles