Saturday, January 7, 2012

twenty six point two

Heaven or hell?
Fairytale or fright fest?





In 24 hours I'll know the answer.


I'm a bit scared about the whole thing. Waking up at 2:45am and getting to the starting line by 4am is causing me the greatest anxiety right now. At least the temps are looking good so I will only be shivering from nerves and not cold temps for ninety minutes in the darkness of the night with thousands of strangers. I like running alone but hate waiting to start all alone, such a weird feeling. Like a bumblebee in a mini jelly jar ~ buzzing around full of energy but nowhere to go and nothing to do with that energy, hitting the walls.





I'm pulling out all the stops, this is it- 5 months of training since the Napa half {here} and 425 miles logged during that time. Blood, sweat and even some tears....here I go.

Just in case things turn to an ugly nightmare of the 'why in the hell am I doing this stupid thing' kind, my team sparkle skirt and DIY Cinderella gear will certainly pull me through, won't it??


You know I'm not a costume kind of girl, but if this is the one and only marathon I'm going to run in my life AND I'll be running through all 4 disney parks at Walt Disney World in Orlando, then why not get into character?! My good friend Elz planted the idea in my head months ago.




My shoes already matched the rest of the getup. I'll be sure to tell you all about it, considering I survive the whole thing and manage to cross the finish line, hee hee.
The weather in Orlando should be perfect. I've been carb loading and taking it easy on the legs and the wine for the past few days. :(



All it takes is all you got.--Marc DavisI'm ready to go git-er-done, wish me loads of luck!!

xo~
T

22 comments:

  1. good luck!!
    i'm so impressed

    im behind in my 13.1 training...sigh

    but i've heard the disney one is wonderful
    way to go 26.2!

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  2. WOW! You go girl!!! cheering you on!

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  3. Hi Tricia~~ That is so awesome!! I cant even run down the block:( The ensemble is genius. Have fun and I know you will make it.

    On another note~ I am in my mall the other day and I see a sign for a new store coming...Francescas Collection. Too funny.. I never would have thought twice about it had you not posted about it.
    xo~Cheryl

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  4. Good luck, Tricia!
    You'll be great. : )

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  5. Have a "magical" run!!!!! looking forward to your finish line pics!!

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  6. good luck t! i think the hardest part for me was the getting up early part and the upset in my normal eating routine. that was hard for me. but i just know you are going to do great and i adore your running attire. GOOD LUCK T!

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  7. Good Lord, I don't think I could walk that far! I love the costume. You go girl!!

    xo Terri

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  8. Good luck. My BFF's son is running in that marathon as well. He is from Ohio. He just got engaged at Cinderlla's castle last night.

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  9. I'm sure you looked FABULOUS running. I yelled a little when I saw you went with a costume! N will be so proud of you. Can't wait to hear all about it!

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  10. Happy New Year to you!

    Darling this is so exciting and you will look fantastic in your costume!
    What a wonderful idea to do a Disney Marathon - had no idea they did that.

    I wish you the best of luck and hopefully you will not have to call the 'fairy godmother' to keep you going.

    Lots of love from Sweden!

    xx Charlotta

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  11. You are going to be adorable as you whiz through the parks. Best of luck!!!!
    Hugs~

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  12. Good luck. Ive only run halves at this point. I know you can do it. Git er done!

    xo
    MC

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  13. Can't wait to hear all about it - awesome!

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  14. Hope things went well!!! Looking forward to hearing about it!

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  15. Best of luck! It is soooo worth it.

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  16. Go girl! Im sure your be doing a spiffing job of it and ejoying yourself too! :D Good luck!

    Hugs,

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  17. How fantastic is your outfit! I can't wait to hear all about your amazing accomplishment. You ran on my b-day so I know you did well ;-)

    Running my first this October...already nervous!
    T

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  18. omg, i've always wanted to do this marathon! What an incredible experience and life-altering achievement! Hope you had a wonderful time!

    bailey
    http://lostandfound-bailee.blogspot.com/

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  19. What a fun outfit! I bet your little princess will admire you forever! Hope you have some fun along the way!
    Xo,
    Lins

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  20. I have soooo many friends who will be running that marathon with you.....

    can't wait to hear all about it....it's one of the BEST!

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  21. fabulous tricia... i am SO proud of you!!! rock on... xx

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~Tricia

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