Saturday, June 11th was the Susan G. Komen 5k in Plano. I usually run this race with the Junior League gals for fun and might even walk some due to the insane amount of people that come out for it -- 14,000 runners! However, this year my running coach wanted me to RACE it! And I'm not one to let anyone down so I did what I was told. My loving husband and a few of our dear friends headed for the start line at 7:30. It was probably 80 degrees with the sun beating down at the 7:45 start but it didn't hold me back much -- I ran 22:14 and finished in the top 10 for my age group. Which made me feel good since I was racing against thousands of runners! However, I ran un-timed and my results didn't count. My decision to race without a chip came from my experience last year with the crowds limiting my chances at a good race. oh well!
Now, the real story of the day was Paul's SLOWEST time ever for a 5k, 1:03;00! Yes, it took him over an hour to complete 3.1 miles! Paul and his buddy, Dustin walked and talked and stopped at every water station taking as much time as possible to complete the race.... so sad! But funny!
We all finished the day with brunch at La Madelines before hitting the pool ;-)
Simons ready to race
Catrina and I heading for the start
Dustin and Paul getting ready for their LONG hot walk
Finish line
Simons ready to race
Catrina and I heading for the start
Dustin and Paul getting ready for their LONG hot walk
Finish line
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