So, the goal is the 2010 Five Points of Life. It is to take place February 14, 2010. Valentine’s Day. “Hunny, will you come cheer me on from the sideline on Valentine’s while I sweat like a wildebeest?” How romantic, right?
Nevertheless, my fabulous husband said “of course” and so that’s where we’ll be. Right now, I’m just on the fence as to whether I want to do the half or the full. My heart, mind, and spirit were set on the full. But, well, my personal obligations as of late lead me to believe that perhaps the full might not be the best idea.
Or, maybe I should shoot for the moon and if I’m lucky I’ll land among the stars? Perhaps.
But the real question: why? Why this race? Why now? Why here? Why why why? Well, the truth is that I’m leaving Gainesville – and Florida altogether [cue hallelujah chorus here] – in early May next year. The full marathon Gainesville version of the Five Points of Life involves essentially a run all the way around the city. And, since I have been here for 6+ years I thought it might be a nice little tribute before I left.
Plus, I have loftier goals in mind for the future* and I think starting with a full marathon of a place and roads I am intimately familiar with would be a nice change of pace – no pun intended.
Have you done a marathon around your home digs? If so, was it better or worse than your other races?
*Again, more on that later.
Hi there,
Happened upon your blog from the comment you left on ChicRunners blog. I’ve added you to my reader…looking forward to following your training. I’m training for a 10k right now and hope to do a half next year.
Well hello Lisa! Thanks for visiting! I’ll be sure to add you to my blogroll and reader as well. And, thanks for the marathon advice. I look forward to keeping up with your training. Oh and P.S. I’d never heard of the McMillian calculator but how cool is that!? Thanks so much!
i’ve done a 1/2 in my hometown (and shorter distances, of course) but never a full. there’s only one full option anyway, and it’s not even being held this year. so far… i just pick random races — whether based on the location (“destination” like chicago) or rumors of fun times (like disney) or even out of complete randomness (sunburst marathon in south bend, indiana)
i’m not against running one “at home”; i just haven’t. it does sound like a cool “send off” though!
also – gotta love supportive men
i drug my bf along with me to a thanksgiving DAY marathon last year… and then we had to drive 3 hrs home for our dinners. he’s a trooper – sounds like you have a good catch!