Will Runs a Mile!

Well today was test day. I have been working with Will on his running most every afternoon when I get home from office. As you know, I run each day during lunch. So, I figure Will should like it as well.

"Like it" may be a little strong. However, I will say that he has met the challenges I have given him every day.

This past week was tennis camp for him, so I didn't run him hard at night. But, I told him his 1 mile test was coming up. Today was the day.

I mapped out a flat 1 mile course through downtown. We rode and put out his water at the finish line. Of we went. He really did well. If you know Will then you will understand that he talked most of the entire way. Well, talked if he was not laughing at his mother who tried to run with us, but dropped back quickly.

As we got about the .8 mile point he said his side was hurting and it started raining. I began to challenge him. Can't quit now! No giving up! Leaders don't stop when it hurts! You know, all the things you have read in the sports magazines.

Hey, he didn't quit. We actually reached out and held hands the last .2 of the mile run. No stopping for him to rest. Straight run. It was awesome. Under 10 min for him. I was so proud. He was pumped and the rain got harder. It was one of those moments that I will not forget. I can't wait until he runs a sub 8 min mile, sub 7 and then sub 6. I know, those goals may be several years away. I just hope I can still walk when he does it.

I look forward to many more runs with my son. I thank God for the feet to run. The lungs to breathe. The sight to see our path.

Will ran a mile!

Oh, if anyone sees Donna trying to finish her mile, please pick her up and give her a ride home.