After months and months, I did finally attempt to run, and it was amazing. Just in the first few steps I felt so happy and free.  It was only a like 15 seconds later when I started to feel my shin. Not necessarily bad, but I knew it was there, but I came to do my mile, and I did it.

When I hit the aid station at 3.50mi, the ladies volunteering were legit rays of sunshine. They were so sweet and supportive! They cheered everyone in with a cowbell and hoots and hollers, and every time they reviewed the spread of goodies, and offered to help with whatever we needed. The station itself was super stocked!! Cola, Ginger Ale, Water, Gatorade, pickles, sweet treats, salty treats...and wait for it...SALT POTATOES!!!

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