2009 02 25 what i want to run

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Susan Donnelly Ultramarathon Trail Runner. Motivational Speaker. http://www.susanruns100s.com

What I Want To Run Date : February 25, 2009

Running, my motivation anyway, has evolved over the years. I’ll always love running – no question, I can’t help it – but sometimes I wonder why and what (if anything) I want to accomplish. Seems like everything in life has to have a purpose these days, doesn’t it? Anyway, I sat down a few years ago in the bleak aftermath of total life destruction and allowed myself a rare, quiet moment to let my mind wander. Running has been my one constant lifesaver. What had I always dreamed of running? If I only had a few running years left, what would I want to do? What did I never think possible? The place I arrived is pretty basic. No PRs, no speed records, no wins, not one thing for anyone else. Just the ability at the end of my life to look back and smile at as many memories as possible of enjoying this incredible gift I’ve been oh-so-lucky to be given, in the way that suits me best. On paper, here’s what that looks like at the moment: run as many new trails and as many new races in as many beautiful places as possible. In short, explore the world. You’ll understand when you see my race schedule!

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