At the beginning of the year, I set up one big scary goal:
Take each day as it comes. Roll with the punches and keep on moving forward with a smile on my face.
I’ve struggled with accepting that. The planner in me wanted everything on paper (yes, I still use a bullet journal – writing things by hand works for me), but I have so many balls in the air that I had to pencil it all in. And I’m glad I did. Life had some ups and downs and twists and turns this month, but if it could not have worked out better if I’d planned it in January.
The month started with some wacky weather that threw us all into a tizzy. I was going to run RNR Raleigh, but there were too many unknowns and Beer Geek cancelled his trip, so we all ended up staying home. In the end, I got to volunteer for Ragnar at the Cherry Blossom expo (and meet Meb) AND run a half marathon in Reston. Win!
The next week was calm and went off as planned, with a little volunteer action with my favorite 12 year old at a local race.
Then things got a little crazy. Beer Geek and Jones were heading off to WV for an adventure and Shoo and I were going to chill on the homefront. He had a couple of soccer games and I was considering running the GW Parkway 10 miler. But then a random email changed our entire weekend: I got invited to go to a NASCAR race at the Richmond Raceway!
A whole lot of emails later and Shoo and I had plans to stay with his best friend’s family, I’d signed up for another half marathon, and we were heading for some fun action at NASCAR. Whoosh! (It was a heck of a fun weekend and I’ll recap both the half and the NASCAR race soon.)
I have another half marathon this coming weekend, made possible by a last minute transfer from an MRTT member. It’s the inaugural National Women’s Half Marathon – it will be interesting to see how it goes.
So, I’m giving this month an A. It’s been a bit of a wild and crazy ride, but rolling with the things that come my way has really worked out for me so far this year.
How was your month? Join us for our Tuesdays on the Run each Tuesday. Here are our upcoming topics:
- April 24 – Rate Your Month
- May 1 – Best / Worst Race Picture
- May 8 – Run Like a Mother
- May 15 – Favorite Night Before Race Meal
- May 22 – Favorite Memorial Weekend Races
- May 29 – Rate Your Month
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It can be stressful when things don’t go as planned, but often times everything works out in the end! It sounds like the turn of events this month made things really interesting and fun for you!
Lisa @ Mile by Mile recently posted…10 Minute Runners Warm-Up Routine
I would agree wtih you on an A – wow! so many races, i’m so jealous! And i love all the skirts 🙂
I probably ran some of my fewest miles ever this month … but next month is baby #2’s arrival, so that’s why! Trying to stay active as much as i can.
Going with the flow isn’t always easy — but can obviously be really rewarding!
Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy recently posted…April 2018: Did I pass?
Sounds like a fun month! Anytime with the boys is a good time, in my book. There comes a point where they don’t want to be with mom anymore.
BTW, I meant to tell you how awesome you look! All that hard work off the road is paying off for you!
What a month for you! It’s great to see what is possible if you’re open to being flexible.
I’m with you on go with the flow.
That got me through my last race-cation disaster.
My April has been pretty good – two PRs. Weather-wise not so much.
Darlene recently posted…TOTR: Best and Worst Race Photos
I try not to make long term plans because life happens. Sounds like it was a great month!
My month was SUCKY, but I expect May to be way better, thanks to everyone in this link up who stopped by to provide some awesome motivational comments. I needed those!
Sounds like a great month! And what a great opportunity to go to nascar!
Jessy Spencer recently posted…How to Master the Running Photo – 5 Tips for Getting the Perfect Running Shot
Sounds like a lot of exciting things happened because you were ready to roll with it! Good for you – it’s not always easy to be spontaneous when you’re a planner (at least for me (; ).
AmyC recently posted…Running and Vacation: You Can Do Both
you have been really busy this month for sure! Hope Nascar was fun
Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner recently posted…Chocolate Cherry Espresso Oatmeal Bars
Getting your picture taken with Meb is the best! Sounds to me like your month was an A month too. Sometimes when our plans fall apart, what happens instead is even better!
Laurie recently posted…Sometimes You Get Exactly What You Wish For
So many races! Sounds like going with the flow has worked out pretty well! Looking forward to hearing about your NASCAR weekend.
Michelle @ Running with Attitude recently posted…Run to Remember Training – 5 Weeks to go
Looks like you got to spend some great time with the kiddos !