I write this today sitting by the pool at our vacation rental in Duck, North Carolina – it is 8:45 am and I am in a shady spot in a corner by the pool. We have been here a week and have two more weeks to go.
Our son and daughter-in-law spent last week with us, they departed yesterday and are now safely in their apartment in New York City.
We had a wonderful time together – we went kayaking on Pea Island and had a great time and lunch at a place along the highway called Fish Heads… the tables are along the beach which is very nice.
Paul ran with me during my three training runs this week and he showed me how to start out slow the first mile or two.. that was very helpful because I never really knew what it meant to start slow… so this will be my mode as I complete my training for a half marathon in about 9 weeks on or about September 13, 2020 – since it will be virtual there the time frame to complete it is wide…. However my training plan had already been established so I can not be too far off (or far before) to complete it virtually.
I ran 7 miles yesterday, my longest run to date – and more than halfway to the 13.1 miles that will count as my first half marathon.
I am in awe of my accomplishment and my challenge – I am enjoying the training – the progress being made.. it is hard in the heat and humidity here, but I compensate for that with the frequent drinking of water and the adjustment to the pacing… I know I can do this and I know it will be hard but I have no doubt I could succed.
We will continue to enjoy the pool, the ocean, reading our books, relaxing and enjoying the change of scenery.
The week before we left for Outer Banks was my birthday, Tuesday, July 7. I got so many messages of Happy Birthday via Facebook, LinkedIn, texts and phone calls.. a highlight is my Mom singing Happy Birthday!! So wonderful.
We had dinner at the apartment of our Son, Paul and daughter-in-law, Gretchen…. We had NY Pizza (yummy) with salad (had chicken and salami in it) as well as meatballs….
Gretchen made a beautiful cake, it was decorated so nicely with sprinkles and tasted delicious….
I had a very nice day and felt the love from so many people but of course especially my family. We look forward to our time here on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
