Memorial Day Reminder

This morning I ran in the University City Memorial Day 5k. It was a beautiful morning, great weather, familiar friends and a reminder of how much I have to be thankful for. I didn't have a particularly strong race, but still finished 2nd in my AG. While standing in line waiting to pick up my finisher's medal, I was both humbled and inspired to chat with the young lady who took 1st place overall for the women's 5K. Not only did she finish with a 5:43 pace, but she did it "18 weeks pregnant" - zowie!

Later as I ran my cool down run along Delmar enjoying the different sights and scents along the way, I passed a gentleman in a wheel chair who had lost both of his legs. I said "Hi" as I ran past him but was again humbled and reminded of how fortunate I am to not only have the luxury and pleasure of running during my current season of life, but the simple gift of walking and all the other blessings in life which I often take for granted and/or quickly forget. But today, on Memorial Day, I'm reminded of how much I have to be thankful for. And for that, I am truly grateful!