Comments on: 5K Race Report — Hills Edition

By: Lanceman

Lanceman — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 01:55:04 +0000

Nathalie, thanks! A “things to do before I die” list is an excellent way to see what it is you really want to accomplish. I think just the process of creating this list gives you a better understanding of yourself, and that’s important.

By: Nathalie Lussier

Nathalie Lussier — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:43:28 +0000

Congrats on the 5K race! Always encouraging.

I really agree that maintenance is important! I especially like the idea of writing a “things to do before I die” type of list. It gets you thinking about what’s really important.

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By: Lanceman

Lanceman — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:49:57 +0000

Glen, thanks for stopping by! It was a great family event. There really is something to be said for effort and practice — in my case, I hadn’t put as much in as I should have. I did ok, but I definitely could have done better had I been better prepared.

By: Glen Allsopp

Glen Allsopp — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:15:25 +0000

I agree with the first commenter, it’s great that your whole family did this together.

I was a runner for 8 years so appreciate the effort it goes into finishing some longer events when you are a little out of shape.

By: Lanceman

Lanceman — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:15:41 +0000

@Kim — Thanks!

@Mama C — Thanks! And congratulations to you on your 5K! Doing that while having a small baby — that’s what is awesome!

@Davina — That is a great poem, isn’t it. I think 6th grade is about when I learned it too. It’s a classic. Choosing our battles — that’s a key to life. No need to go up all the hills, just the ones worth going up.

By: Davina

Davina — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 05:39:35 +0000

Hi Lance. I’m starting to get caught up on making the blogging rounds. I was at a weekend workshop and things got way ahead of me. I enjoyed this post.

I liked how you pointed this out… “…when the next uphill battle comes into your life, if it’s one you really want…continue on.” That is true that we can choose our battles.

And, I have to say that Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening, by Robert Frost is my ABSOLUTE most favourite poem in the world! We had to memorize it in grade 6 and I’ve loved it ever since.

By: Mama C

Mama C — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:41:36 +0000

What an awesome family experience! It was so fun to read this. I started running earlier this year, when my 3rd child was about 4 months old. In June I did my first ever 5k race. I was so happy just to finish. It was a huge accomplishment for me, and felt so good to do something different from anything else I had ever done before, (especially in this period of my life when it is so easy to find reasons not to do the things I love.) Reading your post makes me even more determined to keep up with the running.

By: Kim

Kim — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:15:15 +0000

Way to finish! I've always considered those who finish as winners. Kims last blog post..Finishing things

By: Lanceman

Lanceman — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:02:57 +0000

@Sara — Thanks! That is the fun part, the competition and reaching a goal you have.

@Carly — Thanks, but I would use the word runners lightly. We run, but not all that regularly. They like events like this because of the challenge, and the possibility of awards. Me — I’ve given up on the awards!! It is a great way, though, to keep everyone active.

By: carly

carly — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:46:44 +0000

Great post. I am jealous that your whole family are runners. Mine just roll their eyes at the mention of a jog. It is a great thing to do together. carlys last blog post..Time to Clean the Garage

By: Sara at On Simplicity

Sara at On Simplicity — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:26:16 +0000

Congratulations! Your story is part of the reason I want to get back into running. It's always so thrilling to test yourself and see what you can truly accomplish! Sara at On Simplicitys last blog post..Teaching Tweens Simplicity

By: Lanceman

Lanceman — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:03:22 +0000

@FitMom — Races are a fun environment to be in! I’d like to do a bike event, but I’m probably the only one in my family for that…

@April — Yep, for me finishing is accomplishment enough. And maybe to improve from year to year. But then, I would probably need to run a little more than I have recently!

@Dr. Cason — It was cool (and hot!)! Yep, I will hear about that again I’m sure…

@Annette — Thanks, you are too kind! Bring on the hills!

By: Annette

Annette — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:28:35 +0000

Love the quote…I love Robert Frost. I am so inspired by the way your family stays healthy together and has so much fun in the process. We need more parents out there like you. It’s obvious to see that you take your job very seriously. You are leading your kids on an amazingly incredible journey that will keep getting better.

Here’s to more uphill battles and challenges to face. Bring ‘em on

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By: Dr. Cason

Dr. Cason — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:51:22 +0000

I agree with the others! How cool that your family was with you.

Those are the memories that will stay with them. “Hey remember the time I beat Dad in the 5K?” Yep you’ll hear about that again!

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By: April

April — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:34:21 +0000

Hey your blog is great! I love the Robert Frost quote! He is from VT!! (Well was) Never did care much about who wins but find people who run these things to be very inspiring!! Just finishing is a great accomplishment!! I am so glad you stopped by to comment on my blog! Aprils last blog post..Week 1 of my Summer TC down!! Boy am I tired!