What a pain.
When my husband died, I got a little comfort in the coming of my first menstral period. It was a relief to know that I would only be raising BoBo and YaYa without him. I wasn’t worried, but 99.9% isn’t a guarantee you know. Now, 1 month later, the arrival of period does not bring as much comfort. Instead, it brings pain.
Since yesterday, my back has been aching and my stomach has been cramping. What a pain. My only reprleve was during today’s run.
Well, I did get out for a run today. Cindy called me after listening to the message that I left for her yesterday. She was only game for 8 miles, but she graciously watched YaYa while I finished off my final 5 1/2.
The weather turned out to be the best for running. YaYa rode his bike with us and I only got nervous about him a few times after he had ridden too far ahead of us. He also drank nearly all of my Cytomax. Imagine that – he was thirsty too.
Cindy and I ran along noting YaYa’s enthusiasm for cycling. He was such a good sport about being with us. I figure that we might have a little triathlete in the making.
Cindy and I also talked about the upcoming races that we each have planned. It was great to have such enthusiastic company on today’s run. I also enjoyed the break from my monthly cramping.
Posted by Juls.
Filed under Running is everything
Posted on Sun, 22 April 2007 at 3:52 pm
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Life is a journey and, for me, running is a huge part of it. Just like a great run, it has easy and tough parts. It is beautiful at times and ugly at others. Hopefully, I will reach the finish feeling good about what I have accomplished and leave a long trail of bread crumbs to show, those that wish to know, where I have been.
your son is totally adorable!
23 Apr 07 at 5:35 am #I would certainly agree with you 100%.
23 Apr 07 at 7:15 am #That boy looks like a triathlete to me!
23 Apr 07 at 7:18 am #You’d better get YaYa a fuel belt of his own – he’s working hard you know!
I’m done with periods at the young age of 49, but when I did have cramps, running always helped. Helps headaches too. Strange, huh?
23 Apr 07 at 8:23 am #Hi Juls,
I was MIA from the blog world for a while, so I know this is a long time in coming. I’m very sorry to hear about your husband and admire how strong you are for family. All my love to you guys. -Maritza
23 Apr 07 at 3:35 pm #It certainly has been beautiful for any outdoor activites! It looks like you had a wonderful run. I think YaYa needs his own fule belt, too… It’s great that he enjoys bike riding while you run.
24 Apr 07 at 4:12 pm #