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Old 10-08-2012, 11:12 AM
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Today is Day 63! I ran the first of my two scheduled races on Saturday. I achieved a PR (personal record) in the Marathon, finishing in just over 4:15. Talk about a high. I was a bit off on the friday before the run because I felt like I wasn't taking it seriously because I was so calm. I had the same calm the entire race. It was great. After drinking and hiding and dealing with the anxieties of active addiction for so long, the race was like a walk in the park for me.

That race really brought me full circle. The last marathon I ran was in 2007, after which I started supplementing the highs of long runs with the "highs" (read, lows) of strong drinks. Not this time though, my friends. I hope this message finds everyone well.
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Old 10-08-2012, 11:25 AM
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Congrats on your sobriety and the marathon as well. Sounds like you are making the most of your new life. Great!
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Old 10-08-2012, 11:35 AM
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Great post, and congratulations!
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You sound like a miracle.
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congrats! I run marathons, and it is no easy feat. Nothing like that runner's high.
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