Things I learned today while running.

Today I went running for the first time in months.  I ran my fastest ever half marathon this May and then, I just stopped. Hard to explain why I did that because I have no reason.  But recently I have been unmotivated and un-enthused.  Last night I did some research and pretty much the last half marathon around these parts is the first Saturday in November.  That is 7 1/2 weeks away.  Can I prepare that fast? Based on today's pathetic 3 miles it might be impossible.  But when has that ever stopped me?  I also remembered that running can teach me oh so many things about life.  And so, here are some of my random thoughts I had today I think are some important life lessons.

:: No matter how long it has been since you have done something, you can always start again.
:: Starting is starting, no matter how slow or bad you think you are going.
:: No matter the speed, the distance traveled is still the same.
:: Knowing people are around watching, generally makes me try a little harder.
:: A good song can make all of the difference in the world.
:: Having a goal or a commitment to strive for makes me accountable.
:: It was a bad idea to eat that brownie, even if you did only eat half of it.
:: (And then there was that whole, "why in the world are you doing this to yourself, this hurts and you are crazy" part that we will just try to forget about)

7 1/2 weeks to get back in shape and train for a half marathon. Do you think I can do it?