Ogden Marathon

Well I didn't run the marathon but I did participate in my very first 5K. I had a blast running it! I loved everything about it, the atmosphere was great, to be around so many people that worked so hard for this day and accomplished their goals was amazing. To see thousands of people running, volunteering and supporting was truly a great thing to experience. I had the wonderful support of my husband with bad knee and all came out bright and early with Olivia to cheer me and the rest of them on. Well 25 minutes later I was crossing the finish line and it felt great to have accomplished something I had worked for. I ran with each one of these girls the past few weeks to get ready for the race and we all had so much fun. It was a first for all of us so it was fun to experience it together.My sis AmandaMy HubbyMy sis Rachel finishing the half marathon

{the 12th girl to finish} Later on in the afternoon Olivia and I along with some of my family ran in the kidsK. We all had so much fun especially the kids!Before the race with my baby girl
My sis Emily and her two girls, Maddy was a tinny bit to old to run in the kidsK. Emily and Izzy ran it like champs!

I had a great day with everyone and I look up to those that can have the dedication and determination to run in marathons. I wanted to run for a lot of reasons, some for myself and one for someone else. I can't say I know anything about how it would feel but I have an idea. To have the desire, dedication and want to run but not being able to because of health issues has got to be hard. I think of this person every time I run and wish with all my heart that they could run beside me or their own family effortlessly. I Love You!!