Army Ten Miler
As always, the Army Ten Miler was a great race filled with veterans like Amanda & I and active duty members. I ran on the DIA team which made this race even more special. I pushed myself pretty hard but missed my personal record (PR) by 2 minutes. I'm trying not to be too upset about that...it was the first time my time didn't speed-up. My defense, the course was really crowded and I started in the last wave. It took a lot of extra time to weave thru the crowd. (My lame excuse ;)
Our Director, Lieutenant General Flynn gave us a coin for running. I'm not a big "show-me" kinda gal, so the coin is tucked away in a drawer. I did request our team leader CW4 Merriman to receive an award. She really did a great job pulling every together weekly and ensuring the logistical details were communicated. The weather was perfect too...win,win,win.
Amanda's hubby, Charlie IV, and father-in-law, Charlie III also raced in the Army 10 Miler. Her hubbies family all came out to support the Amanda, Charlie III and Charlie IV. Charlies mom and two sisters woke-up at the weeee, cold, and dark hours just to support their 3 favorite runners. I'm always completely blown away by the Buckey love & support system. I'm incredibly honored and cherish every race I get to start and see the Buckey family. It's an amazing feeling to have someone cheer from the sidelines...one that fills my heart with happiness.
I couldn't help but think that if my Dad wouldn't have....how do I put this....hmmm, well to be honest, if he wasn't an Vietnam Vet with severe war-wounds and alcoholic...I hope that he would run by my side like Charlie III. I remember when I was a little girl, I just wanted a Dad who would take me to the park and push me on the swings. I would cry when any movie showed a father/daughter combo. Its kind of funny that as an adult, I wish for a Dad that could run 10 miles with me. When I see Charlie running with his Dad, I nearly cry every time. It's truly a beautiful sight, one that I feel blessed to see....because I know Amanda and little Charlie have an amazing Dad and extended family. I know in my heart of hearts that Amanda and I have children that won't struggle with the same "wonders" that we struggle with. God gave us wonderful husbands and that is worth every spec of sand on Earth.
As I start, journey thru (and struggle...ugh), and finish the Marine Corp Marathon this Sunday, I know my mind will travel thru my childhood. During tough races, I always wonder if my Dad is looking down on me and if he's proud. They say running is cheaper than therapy, so true! I often wonder if I could do more to honor all the hard work and tough days my mom struggled thru with my Dad, Laura and Greg. Whatever the case....I just pray that my little family of 4 can grow to be just as great & filled with love and support as the Buckey family. I'm a true believer that God brings people into your life for a reason. #blessedtoknowthiscrew #teachingmeawesome
Amanda's hubby, Charlie IV, and father-in-law, Charlie III also raced in the Army 10 Miler. Her hubbies family all came out to support the Amanda, Charlie III and Charlie IV. Charlies mom and two sisters woke-up at the weeee, cold, and dark hours just to support their 3 favorite runners. I'm always completely blown away by the Buckey love & support system. I'm incredibly honored and cherish every race I get to start and see the Buckey family. It's an amazing feeling to have someone cheer from the sidelines...one that fills my heart with happiness.I couldn't help but think that if my Dad wouldn't have....how do I put this....hmmm, well to be honest, if he wasn't an Vietnam Vet with severe war-wounds and alcoholic...I hope that he would run by my side like Charlie III. I remember when I was a little girl, I just wanted a Dad who would take me to the park and push me on the swings. I would cry when any movie showed a father/daughter combo. Its kind of funny that as an adult, I wish for a Dad that could run 10 miles with me. When I see Charlie running with his Dad, I nearly cry every time. It's truly a beautiful sight, one that I feel blessed to see....because I know Amanda and little Charlie have an amazing Dad and extended family. I know in my heart of hearts that Amanda and I have children that won't struggle with the same "wonders" that we struggle with. God gave us wonderful husbands and that is worth every spec of sand on Earth.
As I start, journey thru (and struggle...ugh), and finish the Marine Corp Marathon this Sunday, I know my mind will travel thru my childhood. During tough races, I always wonder if my Dad is looking down on me and if he's proud. They say running is cheaper than therapy, so true! I often wonder if I could do more to honor all the hard work and tough days my mom struggled thru with my Dad, Laura and Greg. Whatever the case....I just pray that my little family of 4 can grow to be just as great & filled with love and support as the Buckey family. I'm a true believer that God brings people into your life for a reason. #blessedtoknowthiscrew #teachingmeawesome
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