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The Illinois Marathon

4/25/2015

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"What I think a lot of great marathon runners do is envision crossing that finish line. 
Visualization is critical. But for me, 
I set a lot of little goals along the way to get my mind off that overwhelming goal of 26.2 miles. 
I know I've got to get to 5, and 12, and 16, and then I celebrate those little victories along the way."
  ~~Bill Rancic
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At the "3".
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She told us to get some breakfast...
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Coming off at the "18" for a change of shoes and socks...
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She's off and running again...
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Yes. And. No.
"Focusing on all the good that came from today instead of being disappointed with thunder that called the marathon off when I was at mile 22.5. 

#1 the fact that Mike, Ashton, and Nancy Miller Brachbill braved the rain, wind and cold to cheer for me and give me dry socks and shoes that I so desperately needed at mile 18. 

#2 All of the awesome volunteers who cheer for you and encourage you through every step. Champaign-Urbana should be proud. 

#3 The funniest race signs. My favorite being Today, Illinois Marathon. Tomorrow, Netflix Marathon. #4 the fact that I was able to run my first half the fastest I have ever run 13.1 miles. At that point I was easily on Boston Qualifying time and I felt amazing.

So while I am disappointed and frustrated with the final outcome, it was not in the plans today to complete my first marathon.

Focusing on the good!"
  ~~Shannon
Beyond proud of my girl...
 ~Nancy ~ 115/365
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Janice Fogerson
4/27/2015 01:18:33 pm

You are so, so positive, Shannon! I'm so proud of you! Thank you for posting the pics and the great reflection! You are amazing!

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