SPARTAN TIME

This week has been a whole mix of unexpected emotions. From nervousness and anxiety looming for race day, to feeling guilt for being consumed and obsessive about such a small, insignificant, even silly event in life. Sept 11th just passed. Obama addressed Syria issues. Emilia's EEG is upcoming... and some difficult news about a family member we love very much. With all things to worry and stress about, this is even more so why I need to race.

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." Mary Lou Angelou

Gratitude is also is on my mind lately. Gratitude for being able to live life and enjoy it. Right now. Gratitude that all things past have lead to the present. Gratitude to my parents for immigrating, working hard, and giving me this life. I truly understand how it feels to be a parent now that I have kids. Gratitude for my kids and hubby for being my joy. Gratitude that I live in a country where I can live life in a way where I can have these moments that "take our breath away".

With that said, so this race, yes, it is just a race. It is also an analogy to life. At times when it's difficult, I will focus on one step at a time and remember that I am grateful for the ability to live life to its fullest and take a step for those that cannot due to various reasons. I'm starting to understand why people race for charity. When we feel helpless, we do what we can to at least give empathy.

Back to the race... I have been monitoring all the chat forums and event information sites throughout the week and getting peeks of the course setup. Here is one the race director posted!

The lake pictured above, that may be race day salvation! Race is 99% sold out with over 10K racers. Lots and lots of nervous racers all around, especially with the weather forecast. This may be the hottest race in Spartan history with temperature high predicted to be in the 100s. 104 to be exact, with a heat advisory warning.

Let the fun begin! Less than 1 day to SPARTAN TIME - five stages of SUCK, physical exertion, the mind overcoming the body, camaraderie, and hopefully, triumph!