3 Days to go to my Dream of Running The Boston Marathon

It's just after 4.30am Friday the 16th of April and I'm leaving for the airport on my way to Sydney then New York and Boston.
I'm over the moon with excitement!!
I'm going to sit back and enjoy this next bit.

Have a great day and as usual, make it count and be a force for good in the world.
BE GREAT!

4 Days to go to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

I woke up, fired up!
In 3 hours I will be on the plane to Melbourne.........
I've just checked the temperature in Boston for the run and it is going to be 14C, which I'm ok with. 

Friday when we arrive, it is only going to be 9 so I think that will be a bit of a shock to my system.
On the other hand, who cares, the adventure is well and truly on!
I guess the next bit for me is to enjoy the ride and feel the feelings of the next few days.
Every so often I catch myself and in my head, I'm already in Boston which is fantastic!

Take every opportunity that comes your way today and make it count.
BE GREAT!

5 days to go to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

Up at 5.30am ready to go for my last 10km on my own turf! It was another cool morning and I did my best time ever for a 10km which thrilled me to bits! I can tell you all. I am firing!
I have to work at staying focused, and continue to get my gear all ready for the most exciting flight I have taken in many years. Keeping my feet on the ground is important at this stage of the game.
Once I hit the USA, I will focus on being in that time zone, so by Monday, I am in the groove of Boston time.
Today it is like I am thinking faster than I can even write...
So I will say this to you again.
"What other people think of you is none of your business" So get on with your purpose for being on this planet.

I believe each of us has a job to do and I think now more than ever before it is of utmost importance that we do what we came to do.
BE GREAT!

6 days to go to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

What can I say!! I'm sooooo excited as it is only 6 days to go.
2 days to go and I'm on the plane beginning my travel towards Boston.
I have been dreaming of this for 37 years.
When Michelle took me seriously about my desire to do the Marathon in her training studio of March 2008 it was then I took me seriously. From that moment on I knew deep in my heart it was going to happen even though there were quite a few odds against me. The two main ones were my weight and getting an actual place in the field with the right to participate.
I have changed my life in order to allow this magnificent event to take place.
I have done the training and I am ready!!!!
So I say...

Bring it on..............
BE GREAT!

7 more days to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

Went to Boxing this morning at 6am and that will be my last class until after Boston.

We did our usual 500 abdominal exercises and it always amazes me how we all manage them.
The days seem to be going faster at the moment. I'm sure it is me, with my excitement propelling it along.
I have packed my case as much as I am able to at the moment and I am thrilled to be so organized. 

Today in Boston the temperature is 19C so it is warming up a bit, although I don't mind if on the Monday of the marathon it is cooler as I like that better than the warmth to run in.
At this time I think its good to remember the "Carers of Alzheimer's" the one million of them out there caring for their loved ones. If you haven't already done so this is the time to give to them...
www.everydayhero.com.au/mary_scott_2
Remember the 257,000 sufferers of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia around this country not to mention in the world.
Also, can you do me a favor if you haven't already? can you tell your friends about my fundraising site and invite them to give any amount as it all helps. 

BE GREAT!

8 days to go to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

Out the door by 4.05am and I was surprised at how warm it was. I think I was a bit overdressed in my full compressions, however, I know that they are great support for my body when I wear them. 

I didn't do so well today with my 30kms, especially the last 10km as it was quite warm. This is the life of running some days are better than others. 

It does, however, help my confidence to know that my 34kms last week was fantastic and very strong. It's all character building for my future runs. In the big scheme of things, it's all part of my journey to Boston. Katherine met me at the 20kms mark and we ran together for a little while. She is getting stronger so was off out the front and then I lost sight of her.
Thought I would start packing my case today and be very organized for my big trip. I usually leave it until the day I leave, however, I am changing how I do some things and this is one of them.
It's going to be a lovely day today so we will take the dogs to the beach. I am looking forward to a swim in the surf. The dogs are so funny when we are all in the water they stand where only their feet get wet and watch us most of the time, waiting patiently for our return. 

Enjoy your day! BE GREAT!

9 days to go to my dream of Running The Boston Marathon

At 5.30am today I was walking by the sea watching the sunrise. Exquisite day to be by the ocean. A few runners and the bush turkeys heading up the hill enjoying the new day.
I'm really getting into this early morning walk by the sea, as it is only 15mins drive from home. 

Each time I go, I feel so blessed to be able to take advantage of a truly great place to live.
I'm sure you have guessed I'm still very excited with only 9 days to go now.
Tomorrow I am running 30kms, my last long run until the Marathon and I have so much anticipation of the 4am start its amazing even to myself.
I guess the other thing that excites me is that there will be loads of other runners from around the world preparing for the 114th Boston Marathon. Each of them with different dreams and expectations of the journey ahead. If you happen to be reading this and you are one of those people I say to you "Good on You"

As always make your day count and BE GREAT!