Monday, March 29, 2010

The runners.

First, I'm back for real. Owen and I wiped the computer clean and reinstalled the operating system and most of the parts over the weekend. It's not completely back to where it was, but at least the computer works. So, I can function in this computery world we live in. Phew! At some point, I'll make my way through the many, many posts in my reader. It may take a while, though . . .

Second, it's week three of the running group. Woo hoo! I've had one runner drop out and one runner join, so we're still going strong! Tomorrow is the second group run and I'm excited to get out there with these mamas. They are doing great. More than just being proud of their progress, though, I'm proud that they are developing a love of running and that they are seeing themselves in different ways.

They've sent me emails and notes in their training plans and I love reading what they have to say:

"I can't believe that I actually like running!"

"[My run] felt good!"

"I can't believe I can do it and I'm so glad I decided to join your running group!!"

Yay for new runners! Yay for new runners enjoying running!

I love their excitement, love that they are proud of themselves and love witnessing them realize how strong they can be.

I posted this on my FB page and I think it is particularly appropriate for today so I'll share it again:

"Few of us know what we are capable of doing . . . we have never pushed ourselves hard enough to find out." – Alfred A. Montapert

Push on!

And have a great week :-)

~ Felice

23 comments:

Jocelyn said...

Welcome back! Glad you were able to fix your computer!!
How fun to run with other mothers!

Unknown said...

I love all of those positive comments. You are helping to change lives!

Marlene said...

You're getting some great feedback, and awesome that you are going strong.

There's something so special about sharing this with others, especially new runners learning to love the sport and push themselves to new limits.

Coachhrd said...

Always love getting new faces to join the running group. That really makes it fun!

Darlene said...

Believe it or not, hearing their excitement has made me more excited about running. Thanks for including me in the group.

Lisa said...

Congrats on getting your computer working and a bigger congrats on turning more people on to running! That's awesome!

Molly said...

great quote....and glad your computer is working again!!

akjenniekt said...

Glad you're back online- it's hard not having a working computer!

Stacey said...

Welcome back! Great quote! Hope you have a great week too!

Diana said...

Great on both accounts :)

Judi said...

I just love that running with partners really brings about so many of the things we daily need! Friendship, exercise, therapy, fresh air, sounding boards, etc . . .

Love that quote!

Amy said...

Congratulations on your group success!

I love the quote - Thank you for sharing!

I Run for Fun said...

Awesome progress on the group runs. It is so motivating to be part of a fun group like this...I feel like you get so much out of group runs, whether beginners or advanced runners.

Lauren said...

Awww yay running groups rock!

Abby said...

Welcome back to the cyber-world! I'm glad to read that the running group's going strong - it makes me want to find a local group around here.

Anonymous said...

So happy to hear that your running group is going so well! keep up the great work inspiring others :)

Denise said...

i've been volunteering with new runners on the wknd and it's so refreshing to run with them. to see how great they feel after finishing and they keep coming back for me.

NY Wolve said...

That must be very gratifying to spread the love!

RunToTheFinish said...

yeah! so glad the running group is working out, way to go on organizing

Lindsay said...

yay glad your comp is in good health again! and love the motivation/enjoyment of your running group!

J said...

That is great that everyone is enjoying running so much!

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