Most of you will wonder what the HECK is this blog going to be about. But anyone who is a runner knows the grueling worth of the numbers 26.2. Alot of blood, sweat, tears and hard work go into running a marathon. Determination, mental strength and sheer craziness is all balled up into this incredible accomplishment. Hundreds of hours and miles are logged for the months leading up to this epic event. It is difficult on every level and you are challenged in every arena of your life. However, once you cross that finish line, it all disappears and all that matters is you did! You did the impossible, the unreachable, the idioc as some call it. The feelings of pride, accomplishment, and success are indescribable. But it is no easy task reaching this point. It takes much thought, planning and will power. With all that said, I am here to write about how I would rather train for another full marathon, and would find it quite easier, than pack all my belongings for a YEAR into a 70L back pack! Seriously?? How in the world is that even an achievable goal? Talk about the impossible! Marathon, no problem; learn to be a minimalist and pack a years worth of stuff in one bag – inconceivable! People….you have to get this through your minds – I AM AN OVER PACKER. It's hereditary. I am not worried about facing dangers on the race, getting trafficked, eating by a lion or even going to the bathroom outside. It's not the unknown that frightens me. It is the packing; all my junk into one bag. I wouldn't consider myself a diva or prima ballerina by any means, I love adventure and fall somewhere between a girlie girl and a tom boy. I wear make up about three days a week (on a good week), mostly have my hair in a bun and running shoes are my best companions. I am flexible and ready to adapt to new things on a day to day basis. It is the packing that gets me. Shoes? Clothes? Computer? Tent? Sleeping bag? Sleeping pad? Toiletries? ALL on my back…in one bag. I tossed and turned last night unable to fall asleep with this very subject on my mind. Oh, the stress of it all! I would appreciate all the prayers, support and advice I can get on the matter. It is going to stretch me in a completely new way. I am open, scared, but open to the possibilities of fitting everything into my 70 liter bag. Wish me luck! 🙂
