Aesthete Runner

Today's Oiselle Rungiving challenge is about reflection. The prompt is: Write about something you did to make yourself proud. 

It is hard to believe that this time last year, I was starting to train for my first marathon. I had no idea what to expect, and just like those who have given birth, you really don't know what something is like until you experience it yourself. Yes, I am the fool wearing shorts in October in Michigan. Lesson learned. Overall, I had a great first marathon experience. I read the books, followed a plan to a "t", listened to advice from experienced marathoners and was as prepared as I could be. I did not go into the race with a time goal and I knew that it would hurt and be one of the most difficult things I had ever done. I chose a race that I felt I would enjoy - one that did not have a time limit and a course that included a trail portion. I crossed the finish line and I had never felt more proud of myself. No one had done it for me - I did it myself, with weeks of hard training and dedication. I enjoyed my achievement, but I could not help by reflect on my perfo...