Michelle Runs With It

06.14.25  Despite being the 3rd person to sign up this year, I didn’t know if I’d be able to run it. I was supposed to attempt my first 100-miler last weekend but after running the @runjuneteenth 3 years in a row because it is my favorite race & community and stands for everything I believe in, I was going to at least try. When my mom was diagnosed 4.30 with terminal cancer and I became nearly a full-time caregiver (on top of a full time job, mom, and coach), I dropped from Old Dominion 100. My emotional well-being still isn’t where it should be, but this race, this community motivated me enough to show up. And I am so SO glad I did ❤️ The history of this course along the Civil War Defenses put the hills & humidity into perspective. No complaining. Today, I found joy in the small moments - running with incredible friends, cheering on others, being cheered on by others, searching for sticks, meeting new friends, and expressing gratitude to be able to do this. Thank you, Fred...