8/22/09
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Distance: 13.18 miles
Duration: 1:41' 55"
Pace: 7' 43" / mile
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This the longest training run I've done yet. As it happens, today is also a very special anniversary. Today, August 22, 2009 marks five years since my mother's passing. Fortunately, these long runs offer an excellent opportunity for reflection and contemplation.
Obviously, today was a chance to consider my mother's life and the turbulent five years that have passed since her departure.
Though my mom is no longer with us physically, I know that those of us who loved her feel her presence daily. As her son, I am very lucky; lucky to have been loved and shaped by such an extraordinary woman.
She was always awake, alive, striving and giving of herself to others. My deepest hope is that I will be able to, in some small way, carry on her legacy of determination, integrity, fearlessness and compassion.
That would be a most fitting tribute to my mom.
1 comment:
dear ben,
thanks for sharing your touching story and your productive and inspirational tribute to your mom. clearly, she too was lucky to have such a wonderful son. been putting off donating, but finally did--thanks for the reminder. i'm sorry it couldn't be more, but looks like you'll get there. with love,
kitty joe
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