12? Just not good enough!

Miles - 11.10
Pace - 8:15
January Total - 31.10
Neighborhoods - Poncey Highlands, Old 4th Ward, Inman Park, Midtown, GA Tech, Centennial Park, Downtown



Well, my goal was to run twelve, but I was just not good enough.  I only managed 11.1.  I could have run the extra mile, but I was freezing.  I am kicking myself for not doing it though.  But I was so close to home.  


I have a blister on the underside of my big toe.  Drats!  I plan to get new shoes on Tuesday to start breaking them in for the big day on Feb 21st.  Also, I need to decide which shorty shorts I am going to wear.  I think the average temps for that time of year are around 66ish for Jacksonville, so shorty shorts should fit the bill.  I also plan to try out some items that prevent chaffing in certain areas.  


Heath ran with me for about 7.5 of my 11.1 miles.  He did a great job.  I really wanted to slow my pace down and I think I did a good job today.  There are a lot of hills in long distance running in Atlanta and my marathon is supposed to be really flat.  So I should be able to pick up a few seconds at the actual event.  


On a sad note, Ian and I picked up Gracie's cremains (ashes) today.  I was surprised at what a small box it was and also how heavy they are.  They also did a paw print for me.  It has some of her hair in it.  So sweet!  Now the search is on for splendid urn to house her bits!


Peaceful Running!