So Its a few days after Thanksgiving, but I still have a ton to be thankful for and a ton of people to recognize for impacting my life in an incredibly positive way. Its been a bumpy road to get to the place I am now, but I am happier than I have been in a long time, and there are a lot of people who are responsible for that so here comes the thank yous!
So I think the best way to this is a list.
People Nick is Thankful for:
The Entire ARS Staff (Joel, Alicia, Dee, June, Sorita, and Lauren): Your support and friendship during my time at home was crucial at a time when I was a pretty lost soul. During my time at ARS you guys (whether you realized it or not) helped me find myself once again, and rediscover my love and passion for the sport of running. I don't think I've ever enjoyed a job more, and working at the store was never really "work" for me, I enjoyed coming in everyday and seeing you guys. It was a fantastic experience.
My Lock Haven Family: (Coach Russell, Mazur, Muff, and all the rest of the guys) Always being positive and supportive through some rough days, and being there for me even though I certainly didn't always deserve it. You've done some things for me which I'll never be able to repay, and will always remember.
My New Flagstaff Family: (Matt Walsh, Julian De Rubira, Adam Vess, Steve Soprano, Alicia Shay, Matt Llano, Vince Sherry, et al) You guys make Flagstaff fun and a place that I can certainly now call my home. To the guys that I run with: We're gonna make some waves in the near future, that's for damn sure. Keep putting in the work and we will be bashing some skulls and bringing back scalps in no time.
Ryan Blood and Ryan Mulchahy: You guys are the reason I'm out here living my dream right now. My appreciation for your help and friendship can't be understated in the slightest. Keep on plugging, and good things will happen.
The Crew: You guys are the shit, no other way around that. Can't wait til we are all reunited and can all make fun of Ross once again for being the Queen of the Maids. Good times certainly await us in the near future.
Melinda: Just thanks for being an awesome friend through many bad days. I don't think I've ever deserved you as a friend or anything else, but you always lend a hand and tell me how it is, and I certainly need that. The words Thank You will never suffice, but at least its something.
Last but Certainly not Least: My Family: The people that have put up with everything, and support me through it all. When I said I was moving 2000+ miles away, they never flinched, but supported me and my dreams, which is all I can ask for. Not a day goes by without me appreciating every little thing they've done for me. So thank you, and I'll see you soon.
Sorry if I forgot anyone, I tried to give shoutouts to as many people as possible. Thank you to everyone who reads this thing and supports what I'm doing out here. The thought of all of you helps me get through some of those bad runs at 10 pm at night.
So If you got through all that and are still reading, its time for Race Results!!
Ran the Dana Point 10k turkey trot on Thanksgiving day and actually had a positive result!!!
Official time was 30:34, which was my original goal, so I can say it was a good day. I went out hard again, but was conservative through some of the middle miles, to make sure that I didn't bonk the last few miles. I definitely feel like 30:15 could have been possible if I was a little more aggressive.
So considering what kind of workouts I've been doing, this is a very big step and bodes very well for the future.
Resultfs are here --> https://www.runraceresults.com/Secure/RaceResults.cfm?ID=RCEL2012
Next up is the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run on New Years Eve!!
Welp, see you all later!
Nick: The Moderately Talented Distance Runner
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