Dam-to-Dam 2011

Jamie and I partook in our 3rd year of Dam-to-Dam. This year wasn't rainy like last but we did have the humidity to deal with. Plus I am trying to make excuses for my time. And I can't blame the humidity because Jamie improved her time. So for the 12.44 miles I had a time of 1:44:06, pace of 8:23. Jamie with an improved time of 1:52:23, 9:03 pace.

So I do like running and enjoy competing be here are a few things that went through my mind during the 12.44 miles.

1. I want to walk (2 miles into the race)

2. Why did I sign-up

3. I wonder if I get a ride on that guys bike and he can drop me off farther up

4. Gross a snake

5. I want to walk

6. I can tell my family I injured myself so i can walk

7. I can pass this person....nope I can't

8. If you walk you better do in on a hill

That just gives you an idea of the mental challenge of long runs. Glad we did it....glad it's over :)

Pool...here we come!!

Adrian got her first taste of the swimming pool this year with a trip there last week. She is enjoying it more this year and is more adventurous. All went well we did have one fall and a scrapped knee but after some tears and serious limping she fought through it to go back into the water.

Our favorite spot is the Ankeny pool since it is so close and cheap, Adrian and I can go for $5....can't beat that. We are hoping to utilize it alot this year.