Friday, October 18, 2013

The Rest of the Story: A Blog Post From My Mom

Preface:  In May, my mom and I ran the Famous Idaho Potato Half Marathon. After the race, I asked her to write a post about our running history together, and I should have known that it would have been more than just a running post—it was one of those heartwarming posts that I'll always look back on with a smile. Since we just ran another race together, the City of Trees Marathon, I thought I'd bring Mom back for another post. Enjoy.
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Mom and Daughter Running Together

What do I write to add to a daughter who’s written about everything concerning our marathon? Here goes:

I’ve done marathons before—White Rock in Dallas, Boston, Cincinnati Flying Pig and now Boise’s City of Trees. It is almost a parallel to our life journey across the United States. There are moments and memories that really stick out. I’ll not ever forget the last 2 miles of Dallas as it was so brutal with the rain, cold and blisters. I won’t forget the exhilaration and feeling of accomplishment at the end of Boston which was the best moment of my life. The fun in training with a team for Cincinnati will always be remembered. The Boise City of Trees is like a combination of all of those. It had the absolute fun factor with all the planning and training with Annelise. It had the absolute pain of Dallas in those last 2 miles. And it had the incredible feeling of accomplishment of Boston since it has been 12 years since my last marathon.

My favorite part has been the memories with Annelise, all the little things. Laughing over my Disney tunes that I listen to. The people we see all the time that we've nicknamed on the greenbelt—Calvin (think underwear [showing on a guy] that we see each time), Tai Chi Man (get a life), Jalapeno Boxer Boys (can their shorts be shorter?). And the TALKING that we've done. We've talked about EVERYTHING—even the stories about chafing, blackened and missing toenails, bodily movements and blisters. Those are all major conversations on those long 18-20 mile runs! All you runners out there can sympathize.

We've been able to share so much over these past few months. We've packed a suitcase of memories that we can visit over and over again by looking over our journey in the collage of pictures. It certainly wasn’t easy. I certainly don’t want to run another marathon. But I will always cherish the time I spent with my daughter—my friend.

17 comments:

Cody Doll said...

Awe. That is sooo sweet. =]

Melody said...

I love this and as a Mom to three daughters, I can only imagine the love and time shared along with all memories that were made!!

Melody said...

I walk every single day and walk long distances on weekends (ten miles usually) and am inspired by your adorable outfits. I want. I want. I want!!!!!

Jennjilla said...

I love this post! So sweet :)

Kateri Von Steal said...

:) I love this post as well.


I love the amazing relationship you have with each other.
It's the kind I've always wanted with my mother...and He does provide, so maybe one day... we will have it. Regardless of all the past crud.


You are both inspirational.
I was gushing to a gym buddy about your marathon time... and he was impressed too.

As I train for my very first 5k, I think of you both... And all of these posts and these stories... fuel me forward.

Annelise Rowe said...

That's such a long way to walk... good for you!!! We LOVE Nike's clothing. We always shop the athletic stores in the area and look for the boldest and brightest :)

Annelise Rowe said...

It was pretty crazy. Running is definitely my favorite thing to do with my mom. It's awesome to see how fast the hours go when you're sharing stories!

Annelise Rowe said...

Isn't she awesome? Love that mom of mine :)

Annelise Rowe said...

I'm so glad, thanks Kat!! Pray so hard for your mom. Just pray and pray. He can make it happen!

Thanks for braggin' on me to your gym buddy, that is awesome! And your first 5k is going to be GREAT. I know you've got it!

Annelise Rowe said...

You're awesome, Shannon. Love my mom... thanks for supporting her post!

Emilie Bordeleau-Laroche said...

Aww! This is super sweet! I love that you guys have this great connection and friendship! It's getting more and more rare these days!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thank you so much. We are BEST friends. I wouldn't want it any other way :)

Linda said...

How nice that your mom shared her perspective with us. Think she's just a bit crazy about you, Aunie? I love every minute I get to spend with my daughters 27 and 37. They make me laugh, raise me up, keep me grounded and light up my world. There's NOTHING like the mother/daughter friendship bond.

Hannah Scott said...

Aw, Mama Sauce! I love it! :)

Kelly Ann said...

I love this post!


xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes

Annelise Rowe said...

I agree with you. It's so nice to have a loving & supportive mom. I bet your daughters appreciate you so much!

Annelise Rowe said...

She's the cutest!

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