By the time this posts, I'll be in the first couple miles of my first full marathon. Holy crap. I am so thankful for all the support I've been getting as I undertook this journey. I can't believe marathon day is here! I can't believe I got through training!
I know it will take me awhile to recap everything from this weekend; in the meantime, here's a look at how I spent the days leading up to race day.This post contains entirely too many pictures and not enough substance. You've been warned!
Wednesday:
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| Mom had GF cupcakes waiting...as if Thanksgiving didn't promise enough sugary desserts! |
Thursday:
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| I woke up to a surprise from Kristina on my Kindle! Thank you so much for the hilarious distraction! |
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| Last run pre-marathon along Lido Key... |
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| ...Followed by a leisurely walk through the trails while Matt finished his paddle. |
Then, it was off to Thanksgiving Meal 1:
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| Just a little nibble to save room for later... |
Followed soon after by Thanksgiving Meal 2:
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| Mom makes gluten free everything, including this homemade French silk pie. |
Then, it was time for games and quality family time.
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| Steph, Gordon, and Zach...Gordon's looking sneaky and Zach seems to really be concentrating on the question. |
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| Dad's facial response to my directive: "Pretend you like her." |
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| Sister selfie. |
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| Cards Against Humanity after mom & dad had retired for the night. |
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| Archie was loving the chance to hang out with different people! |
Friday:
Thanksgiving dinner at Matt's mom's means roast beef and more games!
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| The race was weighing heavily on my mind...I was sure to hydrate well all day. |
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| Archie loves playing games with us. |
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| Tiny, perfect dessert. |
Phew! Our trip home was exhausting but full of really good "fuel". I think I carb-loaded pretty much perfectly this week!
How was your Thanksgiving?
ABK
Good luck Ali!!!!!! I can't wait to hear all about it :)
ReplyDeleteMmm I am reliving my Thanksgiving meal looking at all your pics... :) We played CAH too! My cousins bought all the expansion packs. We were getting a little tired of the older cards. I mean, you can only have "pac man uncontrollably guzzling cum" in your hand so many times before it loses it's shock value. ;)
ReplyDeleteSo, Archie travels with you????
I was thinking of you this morning during my run! I hope your morning is going perfectly!
ReplyDeleteI had a great Thanksgiving full of running, delicious food and a wonderful afternoon nap :)
I cannot wait to read your race recap!!
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