if i could go back...

if i could go back to 8:45 this morning, i would. I'd tell myself to not go running. I'd tell myself that the pride isn't worth all that you'll forgo to keep it. I'd tell myself to listen to my body.

Two days ago I hurt my left heel while training for the 1/2 marathon. I took a day off to "heal" and this morning I decided that even though it still hurt, I could take on the 12.5 mile run that was on our schedule for today. I've never run that much in my life. I was intimidated, especially with a bum foot. But, I wasn't a quitter, right? No I am not a quitter. but i am stubborn. (and at times, foolish.)

so, now I am here 12.5 miles later. I can't put any weight on my left leg. I can't walk with my son in my arms. I can barely get down the stairs to get myself something to eat. I am hoping and praying that I can recover before the 1/2 marathon in 3 weeks.

In the mean time, i am learning my lesson. may you learn from me, too. If you are someone who likes to "do" and "accomplish", sometimes its worth "not doing" something. It just might save you a whole lot of pain and frustration.