Sprint for Cancer (#7) & Running Moms Rock 5K (#8)

Race day Saturday was much anticipated for me, mainly because I've had a nagging injury during my last few runs and I wanted to see how my body would hold up.  So, this Sunday morning as I type this post, I don't feel too terrible - a little knee soreness but that's about it.

Sprint for Cancer (#7)

2 great events yesterday with 2 completely different races.  The first 5K, the Sprint for Cancer in Irving, was a family event and when I say family - I mean, I did the 5K with my family.  Taylor, Brady, Campbell, and Piper all joined me on the family friendly run.  I'm a little embarrassed to post a time of over an hour but I met some really fantastic people and it turned into a talk and walk-fest.  It was sooo much fun and Piper really enjoyed herself walking and running the entire race - I was impressed with my little 4 yr old. 

I talked with several people who actually see, first-hand, where the money that was raised will go; it benefits the program they are in charge of.  One of them, a young mother diagnosed with cancer at age 15, couldn't run because of a prosthetic but her spirit and passion for her program, a camp for diagnosed and recovering children with cancer, was apparent.  She was pushing a stroller with her nephew and was using the stroller to stabilize herself as she participated in the run. 

That's just one of several stories I was a part of yesterday in Irving.  I was reminded of those friends I have lost and those who are or have battled this killer.

Running Moms Rock (#8)

Another great event yesterday in Highland Village!  An extremely festive event with a winding course going through residential areas, parks, shopping centers, and jogging/walking trails.  I must admit that it was nice to run through residential areas where the residents were out in force encouraging runners with high-fives, signs, cheers, and water.  The route did have a lot of twists and turns but overall it was a fun run and I must admit a difficult run having already participated in a morning 5K.  I felt as if I walked this entire race but my 10 minute mile pace was sufficient enough for me at the time.  My legs were tight and heavy but I kept moving forward. 

I can't seem to locate race results so I'll post my unofficial results from RaceKeeper:

Race completion time 32:06 ( I'm a little disappointed in that considering last Thursday I ran in 30:01.  I was hoping to get under 30)
My pace was a 10:22 per mile

So, I am hoping by my next race that I will have had more sleep since baby boy Brady is starting to sleep a little better through the night, I think?  Funny thing about being sleep deprived is that I think your mind starts to make things seem better than they may actually be.  At any rate, 8 races down - 32 more to go and I'm feeling good about it all!

Off to clean the house and maybe take a nap (fingers crossed).  Have a fabulous Sunday today!  Until next time - Good Day!!