General Category => AN Issues => Topic started by: Jeanlea on September 01, 2007, 11:28:24 am
Title: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Jeanlea on September 01, 2007, 11:28:24 am
Well, it was time for the 5K race again. My goal was to run the whole distance. My husband Michael joined me. Together we were able to run the course in 34:27. Michael got 3rd place for his age division. I got first for my age division. There were three other people behind me. Two of them were even running. lol Maybe next year I can do it under 30 minutes. My son, Adam, also got an award for third place in his age group. The ironic part is that our son, Andrew, didn't get an award. He was running as part of his team group. He valued that more than placing. There were 6 of them crossing the finish line together. Great teamwork!
This is a special race to me because I walked/ran it three days before my surgery two years ago. I won in my age bracket then too, but I didn't have any competition. Last year I tried to run the whole thing. I ran most of it and did some walking. To be able to run the whole thing this year was great. Right now I feel like I can do nearly anything, even if I operate on one balance nerve, am deaf on the left, have a strange smile, and can't blink my eye.
Feeling really good right now.
Jean
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: reneeairya on September 01, 2007, 12:22:19 pm
WOW
Congratulations on your victory. This is a big accomplishment! Enjoy the feeling :)
Love Renee
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Captain Deb on September 01, 2007, 12:42:03 pm
WOOO HOO!!!! Way to go Jeanlea!!!!!!!!
Be well and sail on!
Capt Deb
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Palace on September 01, 2007, 01:36:44 pm
Jean,
How is your running in different types of weather? (pressure changes)
That is wonderful about your success and mental attitude. You among others here are an inspiration!
Thank you for sharing good news to balance all of our sovereign posts on this forum.
Your post will be up-lifting for new-comers.
Regards,
Palace
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Jim Scott on September 01, 2007, 01:41:28 pm
Hi, Jean:
From someone who gets tired just thinking about running over 3 miles (5 k) I sincerely congratulate you, your husband and your son. The First Place award is also an achievement. Your indomitable spirit is an inspiration to us all. Again, my congratulations. :)
Jim
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Jeanlea on September 01, 2007, 04:54:55 pm
Hi Palace,
I live in the north country. I only run in the summer. Later in the evenings on the really hot days since it stays light for so long. I do run a treadmill in the winter, but I prefer to be outside. Weather doesn't seem to bother any differently than before my AN surgery.
I want the newbies to know that even if you should end up with facial paralysis you can still do things that are physically challenging. Even though everyone is different, it is a possibility. This afternoon my son convinced me to go out kayaking with him so he could go fishing in the kayak. No fish, but it was still fun.
Thanks everyone for cheering me on!
Jean
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: leapyrtwins on September 01, 2007, 09:03:09 pm
Jean -
congratulations on being able to participate in the 5k race and - to top it off - coming in first in your age division! What an outstanding accomplishment.
Bravo!!!!!!!!!
Jan
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: krbonner on September 01, 2007, 09:06:16 pm
Congratulations! Thank you for sharing - it's inspirational.
Katie
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: cookiesecond on September 01, 2007, 09:33:56 pm
Way to go!!! Congratulations, celebrate and enjoy this rush of emotions. You deserve it. Take care and God bless you, Lynn
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: nancyann on September 02, 2007, 05:17:00 am
Hey Jean: I vote YOU into the AN HALL OF FAME !!!!! (I, on the other hand, go into the AN HALL OF SHAME for NOT getting off my couch......). So, next week I have an extra day off - the question is: does she get off the couch & once again get into an exercise routine ??? Always good thoughts Jean!!! Nancy
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: ppearl214 on September 02, 2007, 05:34:41 am
Congrats Jean!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GREAT job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm jealous that I can no longer do so but thrilled you accomplished this goal! Kudos to you!!!!!!! 8)
Congrats, Congrats! Phyl
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Joef on September 02, 2007, 07:52:20 am
Yeah!! ;D its great to get our lives back in order... I too have been out kayaking! .. did a 6 hour tour thing a couple of weeks ago and had a blast... and spending most of my free time looking the ad's over for a used one!
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: satman on September 02, 2007, 09:32:27 am
CONGRATS !! i'll be glad when i start driving again,so i can run to the beer store.
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Battyp on September 04, 2007, 06:11:28 pm
YEAH JEAN! I am proud of how far you've come. My son laughs at my running ability. (so do I am sure I'm very comical) First place even....WOW!
Hugs M
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: TP on September 04, 2007, 07:13:24 pm
Jean: I am very proud of you! I know you have worked hard and have a good attitude! You are an inspiration. I find physically I can do anything that I did before my surgery except hear and smile like I use too. I don't really need those assets to help me get out and sweat and get the heart beat pumping!
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: Patch on September 05, 2007, 12:50:20 pm
great job, I wish I was in physical shape as you are for your age. Keep it up.
Mark
Delaware, OH
Title: Re: Something to Celebrate
Post by: chrissmom on September 12, 2007, 05:55:40 pm
Jean... This is great news...So sorry I haven't been on to celebrate with you.