For the love of running

Ok. I love running. I love the way I feel while I'm doing it and I love the way I feel when I have completed a good run. Today, I did week 6 day 1 a day early. It was 86+ degrees out, but it was the best run yet. It felt almost effortless, except for that huge incline at the beginning. But even completing that huge hill feels great.

I've decided to run a 5k this weekend. It's three weeks too soon according to the program, but it is in my neighborhood, and I just want to do it. I want to see if I can do the whole thing. I mean the worst thing that could happen is I'd have to walk. I think I can make it because it's a flat track. I know it sounds like I'm talking myself into this, but it's happening. I can do this.

Also, I bought a dress online this week for my cousin's wedding at the end of the month. I ordered a size 16 praying for the best. My senior prom dress was a 22, and last summer my bridesmaid's dress was an 18/20. I've never worn a size16 before. I got the dress yesterday in the mail, and it fits like a glove. I cried. And I rewarded myself with new shoes and jewelry. This is it. Imagine where I'll be at the end of the year. I'm excited. :)