That time of the year again

This time last year I began training for the mini marathon in Dublin. The last time I ran a mini marathon (also referred to as a "Fun Run") I was about 10. I was so slow that my Dad (who was a great runner in his day) became so impatient / embarrassed / disappointed / insert random negative word here, he made me get into the car for the last leg of the run. By the time we got to the finish line all signs of the race had disappeared and everyone had gone home. So it was with trepidation that I signed up to the Mini Marathon.


Thankfully last years attempt was a little better and I crossed the finishing line in a respectable (for me) 1.5hrs hours. So this year I am looking to shave half an hour off and make it across in 1hr. Fingers crossed for me.

This blog post is also to forewarn everyone that I will be once again looking for sponsorship (once I decide on my charity) :-)