Thursday, December 11, 2008

Some good intentions are left out in the cold

"Because I Said So" column for The Commercial Appeal

December 11, 2008

Of all the things I didn't do last weekend, at the top of the list was run the St. Jude Marathon. Again.

I had every intention of doing so, just as I intend to every year, though I never have. I've never really trained for a marathon, which is probably mistake No. 1. Every book you read about marathons mentions training within the first few chapters.

I do enjoy running; the accumulation of miles as I push myself to go that extra block this time, the sun on my face, the 30 minutes or so of peace with no kids asking me for anything ... (read more)