Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it - William Arthur Ward

[lexi6]

Have been struggling for a few months (illness and post holiday blues) and had a bit of a self pity fest to say the least, going on Down Under. So after a kick up the butt am running again and have my first 10k “race” booked in February, which is exciting although a little daunting, (all those thousands of people!)

Sadly, we lost a very good friend, two nights before Christmas who had a massive stroke, just gone in an instant.

Thank you for the reminder William, I am very grateful.

Happy New Year and Happy Running to everyone and to those on the IC hope you’re back on your feet very soon. Kia Kaha xx

[JaoJao Graduate10]

Sorry to hear about your friend, terrible and sad news.

I wish you the best for your goals in 2020. Xx

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

Thank you JaoJao. Here’s to more running adventures for us all in 2020 🏃‍♀️X

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Sorry about your good friend who died of a stroke two nights before Christmas, deepest condolences.

Good luck for your first 10K race on February, I know that you will do very well in it

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks Alan, its certainly giving me something to aim for 👍 🏅 I’ll just be happy to finish.

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Hello lexi, I’m sorry to hear that life has been tough for you since your UK trip and of the sudden loss of your friend before Christmas. Losing your uncle while you were here probably set things off. But hopefully while you think of the passing of 2019 you will also remember the wonderful times you spent with VRBs on your visit, and how much you enjoyed those parkruns.

Happy New Year to you Lexi, and I hope 2020 will bring you much happiness. Well done on entering that race in February ; you’ll do brilliantly.

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Thanks Dexy the meet ups with VRBs and UK parkruns really kept me going to be honest and looking back at the parkrun photos ❤️ is such a reminder of happy times. I really hope I can make it back to the UK again one day. Looking forward to 2020 and as I haven’t been to a parkrun since Wilmslow its time to start again so off to our local one tomorrow and as long as I don’t get a DNF will be happy. Happy New Year to you and UTS too xx

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to lexi6]

😘

[Coddfish Graduate10]

Sorry to hear all of this Lexi, wishing the new year brings a fresh start for you.

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Coddfish]

Thank you so much Coddfish. Have a Happy New Year too 🙂

[Deals1 Graduate10]

Sorry to read this.

Take care

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Deals1]

Thanks Deals. Have a Happy New Year.

[Deals1 Graduate10 in reply to lexi6]

You too

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Sorry to hear about your friend. Carry your best memories of them with you on your next run and celebrate life. Give those you love the best an extra hug. Happy running and a happy healthy new year

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Grannyhugs]

Thank you Grannytobe. He’ll be with me at parkrun later on this morning. Happy running and New Year to you too.

[Sandie1961 Graduate10]

So sorry to hear about your friend. Something like that does make you appreciate how precious life is. Wishing you and Mr Lexi a very happy 2020 and happy running xxx

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Sandie1961]

Thanks Sandie. Happy running and 2020 to you too xxx

[Katiepops Graduate10]

Sorry to hear about your sad news. It’s always terrible, but Christmas seems to bring it home and make it worse somehow.

Well done on booking the 10k, I hope it goes well, and that you can get back to your old running self. Good luck and best wishes for a great 2020.x

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Katiepops]

Thanks Katiepops its good to have a focus and training for the 10k will help. Happy New Year and all the best to you too xx

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10]

Sorry to hear about your friend. Good to hear about your 10km race though. I'm hoping to be back to running soon... Keep posting, it's inspiring.

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Thanks Baddie, he was a lovely, funny man and a great storyteller, just a one off really. Heading to parkrun this morning, its been a while since Wilmslow, so it won’t be a fast one. Hope you’re back up running soon, it can’t be easy in a UK winter. 🤞 xx

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you. Wishing you all the best in the new year.

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to SaskAlliecat]

Thanks SaskA and a very Happy New Year to you and your family.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Big hugs Lexi. So sad about your friend. 💔

Hope 2020 treats you well, and how wonderful you have a race to look forward to.

❤️

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks Cheeky, hugs back at ya. 2020 full of more running adventures for us. Happy New Year. Xx

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Hope that this New Year brings you peace and happiness Lexi. Remember you are never alone, we are here with you.😊

So sorry for the loss of your friend. xxx

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Thank you so much BBr. 2020 started for me with a New Years Day parkrun here this morning. Loving my “rosy” cheeks again 🍅 Love being part of this running family ❤️ Happy New Year XXx