This and that and 2007 wrap up

My husband and I spent Christmas in Charlotte with my father in-law. And I tell you there is something fabulous about running in Charlotte. I think it's because I feel like I'm running through the opening scene of a movie: wet orange leaves on the ground, tree lined, pedestrian friendly streets. And if I plan my route right there are a few fabulous homeowners who have drinking faucets just on the edge of their lawns for passersby. It's really a runner's paradise. I even found this neat trail that runs by a river/stream/creek not too far from the F-I-L's house. What I always forget about are the hills. OH MY! If I trained there year round I'd have no problem come Austin marathon time!

On to other topics.
I finally tallied up my 2007 mileage. I know you're all in suspense wondering how many miles I ran. If you remember I hoped for 1,000 miles and wasn't going to be able to accomplish that as the days ticked down. I did however run 876 miles. I guess that's a respectable sum. I think I would have been happy with 900 miles, but I guess 12 races, 3 pairs of shoes and one awesome marathon medal to show for 2007 makes it no such a bad accomplishment after all.
I did however go out and run 5 miles today in hopes of making 1,000 miles in 2008!

Oh and I finally broke down and got a cortisone shot in my ankle. I tell you what that HURT! The shot itself didn't hurt, but about 2 hours afterward I couldn't walk around because any pressure made me want to cry. I actually convinced a friend of mine who recently had ligament surgery to lend me his crutches. But I swear that was like a miracle shot. I've been running completely pain free (and happy!) because of it. Which makes 26.2 in Austin more of a reality now.

Happy New Year Everyone!