Today I am happy. Today is one of those rare days where I can think about the people in my life that I've lost and not be overcome with sadness. Today I am happy.
I ran my first half marathon this morning, and I not only had a great time but was able to run the whole thing with my mom who is an "experienced" runner. My feet, back, legs and knees hurt so badly, but I wouldn't change anything if I could. Who knew something that causes so much pain could be the reason for so much happiness? I guess running is a lot like life. It's a solo sport, but there are always people around to cheer you on and make you face the tough days and times when you aren't sure you can go any further. There are bad days, good days, frustrating and elating days, but if you work hard enough and never forget to actually enjoy the scenery and simple happiness surrounding you, the end is so worth the pain. Just like in running, in life we all face hills, both small and steep. While huffing and puffing our way up these hills, there are times when we want to stop, collapse on the ground and give up. I'm not going to lie, those hills are hard. The worst ones take everything a body has and more, but we can't give up. The top is in sight, and eventually, it will be reached! Though it may not seem like it when you're out of breathe and can feel leg muscles you didn't even know you had, the top of that hill is there, waiting for you to succeed through the sweat and pain and finally find solace.
Today I am happy. I know I will not always be as happy as I am now, but I refuse to dwell on that thought. I just ran 13.1 freaking miles and accomplished something I never thought I could. Tomorrow will be another story, but TODAY I am happy.
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