2008 coming to an end

Had an uninspiring run today - legs, body and head felt tired.  Just ran easy 5 miles.  Hopefully will have something in reserve so I can do the Killer 8 mile NY run in the morning.  L heel a little more sore today.  Push ups coming along.

In 2008: I ran Boston for the first time

I finished 3rd in my age grp for the Distance challenge

I actually took a 4 month break from heavy training

I won the masters Sunstroke Stampede as I ran all 12 races (during my 4 mth break!)

I finally started placing in the masters or my age group consistantly in bigger Austin races

I have successfully rehabilitated an 18yr old horse who the vets had given up on 9 yrs ago and he is doing great

I successfully treated my 16 yr old cat for hyperthyroidism

I helped my dog lose 10lbs

I helped my vet get closer to achieving her retirement financial goals!!

I suffered my first running injury and have actually successfully managed it

I have maintained my overall good health

I am still within 3 pounds of my weight watchers goal weight achieved 2 1/2 yrs ago.

I am still employed.

I still have retirement options.

I consider myself very lucky.  For 2009 I have running goals.  Whether I can achieve them is still to be seen.  I know that time wise I can't run 90 miles a week.  That probably means that for me to achieve my goals will take a little longer than those cranking out the big miles.  I could probably trim back a few things and get the miles in but that would leave me running, sleeping, working and if you are really lucky taking a shower occasionally.  I will be satisfied with what I can do on 60 miles a week - that's my mileage goal for 2009.  That will be a stretch I think.  Other than that I'm just going to continue being who I am - no big resolutions for me - I am who I am.  I can't be any less cranky!

Happy New Year everyone!