Hi All - yes today is my birthday- Happy birthday to me. I have been so focussed on the Marathon training I have not really engaged with my birthday. Playing it all very low key - not wanting the fuss and attention - not really wanting to acknowledge that I have really reached a half century. (What the flip!!).
This morning was ghastly- fog - heavy rain- Mr SB asked what I was going to do - 'I am going to the gym then running"- so I toddled off for a few hours - great session in gym and a completely brilliant strong run - I feel invincible and on top of the world.
When i got back - a pile of pressies that were overwhelming- thanks friends and family for reminding me that I am worth some effort and appreciation. In no particular order - a weekend at claridges, a dining experience at Michel Roux Jr-la Gavorche. Some fantastic jewellery. Shopping at my fav boutique. Made special by all the collaborative effort and alliance of friends and family. The two best pressies were the simplest- a framed photo of me when I was 8 - -all gawky and clueless. And a mug printed up with old family photos from the past - including my lovely old Grandad sitting in a flat cap, with his walking stick and a pint- bought instant and unexpected tears. How kind and thoughtful- things I never thought I would have wanted.
So where does that leave me - feeling grateful and loved- but also hugely motivated in terms of valuing myself and what next week will be bring. People have been so generous in their support. I now feel a STORM is brewing in my heart for next week- I feel strong and confident. I have the complete backing, confidence and faith of dear family and friends. Today has given me such a huge boost - I feel I could fly- and I will :-). I have the music playlist of my life, fantastic 'video clips' in my head and all of you- Fantastic. So BRING IT ON!!!!!!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY - glad you have had a lovely day. BEST BEST WISHES for next Sunday, we will all be thinking of you and trying to spot you somewhere on the TV coverage!
Happy birthday. What a positive note to welcome In Your new year. Your going to have so much fun next weekend you'll be talking about it for years to come.
Many happy returns of the day Suzy. With all the love of your family and friends, and the bonhomie and support of all here at C25k you'll nail that jaunt next weekend. Nae bother!
Happy Birthday! Yes you are ready, all the hard preparation is done and you know we are all here behind you wishing you a great marathon experience - BRING IT ON!!!!
Happy birthday. Do you have your running number? We could track your progress next week. All the very best. You have worked so hard you are already a champion!
Only just seen you post ( wierd isn't it, they don't all appear...). Anyway...Darling Marathon Queen...Happy late birthday....what an amazing thing to be doing at this point in life...you are totally inspirational. I am sitting here soooo jealous...a trip to MRJ's place...I have always wanted to go there but mostly because he is so HOT, I would love a glimpse of all that power and thrust going on in the kitchen!!!!What was it like????? Darling Marathon Queen...good luck, the panther will be right with you growling at you to push on, and I will be glued to the tele to look for you!!!!
Thanks for your good wishes. MRJ still to come - probably June to coincide with wedding anniversary- and yes I do think he he is fab. But first I have to get next weekend out of the way- and I do feel like roaring - so i am in a good place
Thank you - I am trying to have that perspective- and ignoring the nervous twitter in my head
A very happy belated birthday wish to you. As to the marathon; you'e done all the hard work so go out there and enjoy a successful day in London. Good luck and very best wishes.
You going to his restaurant then? How amazingly posh or what!!!! Gawd I'm so envious.
I wondered how come Michel was so slender. Now I know!
I watched the programme he made with the young folks he was training as waiters.Very interesting indeed. He is a very hard-working, friendly guy isn't he
Happy happy birthday to you for yesterday. We share the same birthday! I spent the morning of mine running my first-ever 10k race, it's funny how this running thing gets a hold of you. I am in awe of anyone doing a marathon, all the very best for yours next week, you've put in the training so I am certain you'll reap the rewards.
Belated happy birthday to you. This marathon thing I just need to get out of my system. 10k races are great - I am looking fwd to doing some this year.
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