Saturday sketch day and a running update

Here's the sketch for this week. Enjoy.

As you know a while ago I told you about how I am running the 10km part of the Auckland marathon. I'm doing this to raise money and awareness of the plight of millions of children that are sold into slavery by their parents, in order for the parents and rest of the family to survive. Of course what happens to the child once sold is not pleasant (to say the least) so the money I and others are raising is to buy back these kids & raise them in a safe orphanage, to go to school, to have 3 meals a day, to have a chance at a normal life.

Of course me being me, thought to myself, that hey, I've done lots of running before. I mean lots. So I'll be able to just do it no worries and didn't start training properly til this week.

And oh how wrong I was! LOL.

I ran approx 3 kms for my first run and had to stop approx 6 times. WHAT?! I felt like I was going to die. I enjoyed it. No, I LOVED it. But it was scary. To realise what I used to be able to do, and what I can now do. It was a huge wake up call.

My second run was on Thurs and I only stopped 3 times. Yes. I felt alot better and more free in my running.

Today I went for my 3rd run (in the rain, I love running in the rain!). Annnnnnd I only stopped once! I got home and was exhausted, my legs feel like led. But I'm making progress. And I'm really loving it. I had forgotten just how much I love to run.

Of course being overweight doesn't help. Man oh man. But its fine. I'm looking forward to crossing that finish line with Andy and the kids cheering me on.

So I encourage you to click the link in my sidebar (top left) and have a look at my fundraiser page and donate a little bit. Even $1 would make a difference.....You'd be amazed at how little it costs to buy back a child. To change one persons life. Of course if you aren't able, or don't think this is your thing, that's totally fine. Just keep checking in on me here and maybe even leave some comments to encourage and support. It would mean the world to me.

And from here on in, I'll try and let you know just how I'm getting on.

Have a great Sat.

Comments

[Beck C]

Keep up the good work!!! You can do it!

[topkatnz]

I am so proud of you for supporting the cause, and laying your fitness on the line. Sounds like you are making great forward progress too - keep up the good work!

[Nancy]

Run girl run!! I shall be cheering you on from the safety of my home!! A friend has just returned from Cambodia and seen the kids there which broke his heart so he is fundraising for books, uniforms, bikes for them. NZers are wonderful people.

[Debbie - NZ]

Way to go you, you are a total inspiration! Great o see you this arvo!

[Jenny E]

Go you, Trina!

[Penny]

Good on you. I really detest running so admire people who can do it with enjoyment.