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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathon
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Bit of a long one guys, I apologise! ๐Ÿฅฑ

Nearly nine months ago my husband was the victim of a brutal assault, resulting in the assailant pleading guilty to GBH with intent, and being jailed for several years a couple of weeks ago. It happened near his rowing club, a place heโ€™d been going several times a week since 1981, and it was 100% unprovoked.

It was also the route I used to build up to, and run, my first HM distance, and it remained a great go-to if I fancied a flat pretty trail run along the river. However I was disinclined to go there after the assault and Iโ€™ve been avoiding it like the plague. My husband, by the way, made a miraculous full recovery and is back rowing and racing like nothing ever happened. Strong man. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฅฐ

However today I thought Iโ€™d return and get over myself. It felt odd and I couldnโ€™t help but glance across to where I know the assault happened. I told myself to get a grip, there were plenty of dog walkers and other runners around. I also made an exception and ran with Flossie on her lead. Having a dog by my side felt better somehow, even though sheโ€™s the most gentle little girl ever! Fierce Labrador? Far from it! ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ˜…

It was lovely. Totally unremarkable and very slow (covered 7k in an hour), but I was in no hurry and Iโ€™m mindful that Flossie is now 10 and is always off lead nowadays when I run with her. Iโ€™m hoping Iโ€™ve kicked those apprehension gremlins into touch.

So that nasty chapter is over. Running was there for me throughout, as it has the wonderful knack of doing, and I can look forward to this spring and summer. Next weekend is the London Vitality 10000, so howโ€™s that for a fun start?

Thanks for reading this. It helps to write things down (aka bore people rigid!!) โค๏ธ

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Beachcomber66AdministratorHalf Marathon

Not boring; your post makes complete sense. Running helps us to leave bad things behind us and live with those things we canโ€™t or donโ€™t want to move on from. Well done for facing your gremlins; it wouldnโ€™t do to let the offender have even the semblance of a victory ๐Ÿ™‚

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toBeachcomber66

Thanks so much BC, I do go on sometimes! But yes, running is wonderful like that, and knowing the guy is banged up made it doable for me today. Thanks for your support. ๐Ÿ˜€

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AlMorrHalf Marathon

You never bore anyone with your posts cheekychipmunks, I am so glad that your husband is back to rowing and the man who assaulted him is in prison.That was a good run for you today with Flossie, indeed you will be getting ready for The London Vitality 10,000 a week tomorrow, Dexy5 and UpTheStanley are also running in London, I am doing the virtual version the following Wednesday.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toAlMorr

Thanks, thatโ€™s kind to say Al. Iโ€™d rather get it out in the open, plus I know how fellow runners understand how running really can help us in all kinds of situations.

Canโ€™t wait for next weekend. Itโ€™s likely that Dexy5 and I will run together. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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AlMorrHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

Flossie and Holly, my neighbours dog who I take a walk at 2pm would get on very well if they met each other, both tails would be wagging like mad, Holly and Flossie are so friendly.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toAlMorr

Yes I remember you mentioning Holly. Theyโ€™d be great buddies Iโ€™m sure!

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AlMorrHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

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RunWillieMarathon

Sending a big hug cheekychipmunks

Well done for being brave & running along a path that naturally is going to trigger so much. Glad Flossie was a comfort. โค๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toRunWillie

Thanks RW. Itโ€™s a lovely river trail, but naturally I wanted to avoid it until the guy was well and truly incarcerated. It felt good to be back, and yes it was definitely lovely having Flossie trotting alongside. ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ˜€

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skysue16Half Marathon

Oh Cheeky, what an awful thing to happen! I am so glad your husband is fit and well again ๐Ÿ˜Š Well done to you for completing that important run, with lovely Flossie looking after you ๐Ÿฅฐ

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toskysue16

Thanks so much SS. Yes, heโ€™s clearly made of strong stuff as his injuries were nasty, but youโ€™d never know looking at him now. Such a relief. โค๏ธ

Flossie has been my little rock and she certainly helped today. ๐Ÿ•

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Stephen_UKHalf Marathon

Hi CC. I think that was very brave. Glad to hear that your husband made a full recovery. Hope you are well.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toStephen_UK

Thanks so much Stephen. Yes, heโ€™s back to being racing fit which is amazing. ๐Ÿ’ช

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nowsterMetric Marathon

Even the most placid labrador can change if they think their pack is being threatened.

Well done for slaying your demons. ๐Ÿ‘

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tonowster

Youโ€™re so right nowster. Iโ€™m sure sheโ€™d protect me in an emergency. ๐Ÿ•

It felt good being back there, but Iโ€™ll still make sure people are around when I go back. I used to go very early in the morning.

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SueAppleRun10 Miles

That was very brave, even with Flossie to protect you, but facing the demons in the past has made you stronger and writing it down is hopefully closure, something that you will never forget but wonโ€™t define you. Glad to know your husband made a full recovery

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toSueAppleRun

Thank you Sola. Yes I do believe this is closure. The guy has been behind bars since it happened - he was never granted bail - but I wanted to wait until he was sentenced for real before returning to the river. Flossie helped. โค๏ธ

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SueAppleRun10 Milesโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

๐Ÿ˜ƒ thatโ€™s so good to hear

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Dexy510 Miles

Very well done cheeky, I know how you loved that path but can fully understand your dread of running it again. You waited until the time was right and you and Flossie beat all those demons. The assault really was a case of wrong place , wrong time and today was the right place at the right time. I am so glad that Mr Cheeky has fully recovered and is back to rowing again too.

So looking forward to seeing you both again in London.

Long? Iโ€™ve seen far longer posts! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ•

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toDexy5

Thanks Dexy. I couldnโ€™t face returning until he was officially sentenced, even though he had been behind bars since he was charged. Even so, I wonโ€™t go running down there in the early mornings like I used to. Itโ€™s pretty isolated in places. Flossie and I were a good team today though. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿฅฐ

Mr Cheeky is one fortunate fellow, thatโ€™s for sure. His rowing fitness clearly helped. ๐Ÿ’ช

Weโ€™ll see you next week! Yay!! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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David_GMetric Marathon

Well done for getting out on the route again cheekychipmunks especially after such a horrible thing happened. Glad that Flossie was able to run with you too - she looks such a sweet lady. Hopefully see you at the Vitality next weekend!

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toDavid_G

Thanks David, yes Flossie is the best dog Iโ€™ve ever had. Sheโ€™s such a sweetie, and we enjoyed our run together back on our old favourite path!

See you next week! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

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Shake-and-runHalf Marathon

Well done for facing up to it and how wonderful to have the reassurance of Flossie by your side. Looking forward to seeing you next weekend.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toShake-and-run

Thanks so much Shakes. Flossie helped a lot, even though sheโ€™s least fierce dog you could ever meet!

See you in London! ๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ‘

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โคโคโค

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tolinda9389

Back at you Linda โค๏ธ

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Great to see that you're back on the river bank and that thinks are working out.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toSkiMonday

Thanks SM. It felt good to be back. ๐Ÿ˜€

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CmoiMarathon

That's such an achievement cheekychipmunks , well done to you and that savage monster Flossie too! So pleased your husband's recovered well and that the criminal who attacked him has been jailed - I hope it was a guilty plea from the outset, to spare you even more trauma.

Here's to many more happy runs! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ˜˜

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toCmoi

Thanks Cmoi. Ahh yes, sheโ€™s ferocious my Labrador! ๐Ÿ˜ฑ๐Ÿ˜ฑ๐Ÿ˜ฑ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ

Yes the guy was remanded on the day that it happened and was put behind bars with no bail granted. He did plead guilty Iโ€™m relieved to say, and he was sentenced a couple of weeks ago. Such a relief. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป The run today was lovely. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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sparky66Half Marathon

What an awful time you both must have been through..๐Ÿ˜ฎSo glad to hear your husband has physically recovered.. ๐Ÿ’ช

You've shown how strong and determined to put the past behind you and show the world what brave is ๐Ÿ™

Good luck for next week's Vitality ๐ŸŽŠ๐Ÿ‘

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tosparky66

Thanks for your kind words sparky. It was hideous, but it could have been a whole lot worse. My husband is the brave one, and it feels good to be able to put the whole sorry episode behind us.

Canโ€™t wait to run in London for the first time. ๐Ÿ˜€

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TailChaserMarathon

Running as therapy, isnโ€™t that what itโ€™s partly about? Nothing remotely boring about that. Good for you Cheeky, beating those gremlins. Heres to many more miles along your favourite path x

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toTailChaser

Too true TC. Itโ€™s helped me a few times as well as countless others on here. โค๏ธ Iโ€™ll definitely be back there again more regularly now. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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I think(hopefully) that I speak for most on here, that you wouldn't bore people rigid. I think this is a really supportive network of like mined people who all want to help and support each other, so no worries there. Glad to hear your husband is fit and well again.

I remember you saying on here when it had happened and having gone through something similar many years ago, I totally understand how and why you feel the way you do. My partner and my one of my male best friends were assaulted as we were walking home from my 40th birthday, by a group of males with baseball bats, totally unprovoked, and it was terrifying. For months I avoided going anyway near the place it had happened and still remember it so vividly, but you sound like you totally faced up to your fears and gained confidence again to put it behind you. Well done on that, it does take a lot of guts and its not easy.

I wasn't into running at the time this happened, but if it was now, I think running would give me the place and space to have peace of mind and some calmness.

My remaining dog (lost my other dog Billy 1 6 months ago) is nearly 14 and can't run with me now but I did used to love running with Billy, somehow I always felt more safe and protected!

Take care and I hope you continue to find strength and peace in your running.

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿคž

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toHedgehogs123

Oh Hedgehogs, I had no idea. How terrifying for you to witness the assault of your partner and friend. ๐Ÿ™ That must have affected you badly. I didnโ€™t witness my husbandโ€™s attack, in fact no one did at first. Luckily the guy was spotted by some people when he tried to run away and he was captured shortly after.

My husband felt fine to return to the club when he was fit enough to drive. He didnโ€™t want the guy to ruin his enjoyment of rowing, and whenever he parks his car he has to walk past the scene of the crime, literally. I couldnโ€™t until the assailant was jailed, it was too disturbing.

I agree, this forum is simply the best for support. The running community is so giving and I feel so fortunate having become a part of it.

Ahh, Billy sounded lovely. ๐Ÿฅฐ A running buddy! Arenโ€™t they wonderful companions? Flossie just runs off lead with me now, except for todayโ€™s one-off. Sheโ€™s fit, but I want her to remain that way. ๐Ÿ•

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CowladyrunningMarathon

Not a boring post at all - if it helps to write it then it's great and just think how much you always help others with your posts and comments! This is no exception! I'm so glad Flossie gave you the strength. I took Bob today for same reason- I just don't feel safe running along the canal with out him. How great that you can feel happier along this route now ๐Ÿ˜Š

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toCowladyrunning

Ahh thanks so much CLR. Iโ€™m so much better writing things down or talking them through. So thanks for your kind comments!

I donโ€™t blame you taking Bob. Even before all this happened, I often used to think how isolated the river path was and I used to feel uneasy sometimes. Iโ€™ll always make sure I go when there are more people around from now on. It slows progress as itโ€™s quite narrow in places, but itโ€™s a trail so not a fast run anyway.

Happy running! ๐Ÿ˜€

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Sandraj39Half Marathon

So glad to hear your husband has made a full recovery Cheeky and that his assailant was also successfully prosecuted.

Huge well done to you too for laying a ghost to rest - that took guts but I think was important and must have been empowering to a degree too?๐Ÿ™‚

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toSandraj39

Thank you so much Sandra. Yes, today was a big deal. I dreaded returning for the first time, but today seemed right and it was busy enough not to feel isolated. Plus Flossie helped too! ๐Ÿ• I would definitely say it was empowering. โค๏ธ

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DeckerUltramarathon

Well done for facing your fears CC. Thatโ€™s a big step forward. Great you had Flossie by your side throughout ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿ™‚

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toDecker

Thanks Decker! Flossie was my guardian and it helped no end. ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ•

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Birdlady64

Well done on slaying those ghosts with Flossie by your side. Running really does help on so many levels doesn't it?

Very glad to hear your husband made a full recovery and that the person who attacked him has been prosecuted and sentenced.

Good luck with the London Vitality 10000

Here's to many more happy runs

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toBirdlady64

Thanks so much. Birdlady! Oh gosh yes, running is amazing when we need a bit of mental TLC. It also helped when I lost my mum in 2019, and I know other people on here have found it comforting too.

Canโ€™t wait to run in London next week. Itโ€™ll be my first time running there! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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aliboo70Half Marathon

Sorry your husband has been through such a shocking time , you sound like a strong & resilient pair and we'll done to you and your loyal doggo for facing up to heading back there. Onwards and upwards xxx ๐Ÿ˜˜

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toaliboo70

Oh thanks so much aliboo. It was truly shocking, but once we knew hubby was going to be ok, it was almost more a case of โ€˜how dare he?โ€˜ ๐Ÿ˜ก

Yes, now that the bloke is in jail we can now move on once and for all. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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JonathanP10 Miles

Glad to hear that Mr Cheeky has made a full recovery and that you have been able to resolve what must have been a really traumatic experience.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toJonathanP

Thanks so much Jonathan. It was hideous and totally surreal and I still canโ€™t believe it happened. The main thing is, thereโ€™s no lasting damage to Mr Cheeky and we can move on. ๐Ÿ˜€

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Mudita11Half Marathon

Far from boring and with a good ending to that awful chapter. Onwards and upwards! Good luck at the London Vitality 10000 next week. Iโ€™ll be there too x

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toMudita11

Thanks so much Mudita. Itโ€™s wonderful to know that people are so supportive in the running community! ๐Ÿ˜€

Canโ€™t wait for the Vitality - after so many postponements itโ€™s exciting that itโ€™ll be happening at last! Enjoy. ๐ŸŽ‰

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Walshy3

Omg cheeky, what a traumatic event, youโ€™ve beat your demons by running the site and facing it head on, thank god that guy is inside where he belongs and your husband is back to full health. Long may your strength and confidence go on xx

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toWalshy3

Thanks Walshy! Yes indeed, getting back there was important to me (hubby went back as soon as he was able to drive - how, Iโ€™ll never know!) Yesterday seemed like the right day, and it was. ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ•

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GoGo_JoJoUltramarathon

Good for you! Full kudos to Mr CC for bouncing right back. They only win if we let them! I can wholeheartedly understand your hesitation in running there but glad you managed it ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ˜

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toGoGo_JoJo

Thanks so much JoJo. His fitness saved him 100%, absolutely no doubt about it. And now the vile attacker is safely behind bars I felt safe enough to return. Iโ€™m so relieved. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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Sandie1961Half Marathon

I know just how hard that must have been, so well done for having the guts to go. Now you really can move on and put it behind you. See you on Sunday xx ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toSandie1961

Thanks Sandy. Itโ€™s a chapter in our lives we can now move on from, and I can get back to running along the river every so often and enjoying it for what it is. ๐Ÿฅฐ

Bring on Sunday (oh, and Monday!) ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ…

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Week7Half Marathon

Not boring at all. Just the final chapter/happy ending to a deeply traumatic event. Running has worked its magic and dear old Flossie has been by you side all the way.

So pleased to hear that your husband is totally recovered and you have won the day and reclaimed your peace of mind.

Happy ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toWeek7

Aww thanks Week7. Yes, the last few months have been tricky, but all is now as it should be. Flossie and running have been fabulous, as has the support from all my wonderful friends on here. โค๏ธ

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Beatlesforever

Not at all boring cheeky (your posts never are). It takes a lot to overcome trauma and face our fears. So glad you had Flossie by your side ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฅฐ also glad your husband is fully recovered and you're both back doing what you love. Big hugs ๐Ÿค—

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toBeatlesforever

Youโ€™re very kind Beatles! I canโ€™t write concisely (even my replies go on and on sometimes!!) but it really does help to share. Iโ€™m glad Iโ€™m not boring you all! ๐Ÿ˜…๐Ÿ˜…

Time to move on and run for fun by the river whenever I can. Flossie loves it there too. โค๏ธ

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IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathon

Oh well done Munks! You exorcised those demons for good ๐Ÿ‘

I hope that, every time you go now, youโ€™ll start to think about how good and strong your run feels and you and Flossie can just enjoy the moments ๐Ÿ˜

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toIrishprincess

I did didnโ€™t I, IP? I needed to get back there, as did Mr Cheeky - although he went back the moment he could drive again! How, Iโ€™ll never know. ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ

Flossie and I are a great team, and you guys have all been wonderful support, so thank you! โค๏ธ

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CantstopmenowHalf Marathon

Cheeky, thank you for sharing this with us. I remember your runs on Strava at the time it happened. It's good to hear that your husband has fully recovered, and wonderful that you can now, once again, enjoy riverside runs with your faithful friend. Enjoy London xx โค

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toCantstopmenow

Ahh youโ€™re so welcome CSMN. Itโ€™s therapeutic for me to write things down and I hoped youโ€™d all understand, being the wonderful community that you all are. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป

London will be such fun. Shame Flossie canโ€™t come too! ๐Ÿ•

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Iโ€™m glad youโ€™ve gone back to run there! Itโ€™s hopefully closed the door on that painful episode and youโ€™re both moving on. Physically easier than the mental side of things but youโ€™re both tough, and with your friend at your side, youโ€™re reassured.

The weather is improving and the lengthening days promise so much outdoors fun. Enjoy yourselves! You deserve to be happy now after such a hard time ๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ•

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tomisswobble

Thanks so much MW. Iโ€™m truly amazed how my husband recovered, both physically and mentally. Iโ€™m sure he must relive the episode from time to time, but heโ€™s strong and has a great support system if he needs it.

As for me, Iโ€™m fine as long as he is. I have my running to turn to, most of the time with my dog, and itโ€™s helped no end. I knew you guys would understand, as the running community, and this forum, is second to none. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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misswobbleMarathonโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

I understand what you mean about your husband! Youโ€™re stabilising each other, balancing out whatโ€™s great about life, and itโ€™s going to be much better going forward together now. Itโ€™s a new life! (dare I say). There was before and thereโ€™s now.

I wish you and your husband all the luck in the world. Running, rowing, fun with the dog. Simple pleasures but all combine to make life good! ๐Ÿ™‚

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tomisswobble

Thanks so much MW, youโ€™re so kind. โค๏ธ

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over61andstilltryingHalf Marathon

Aw ... Well done to you and Flossie! So very pleased to read your post. That you can run the pretty trail run along the river again and that your husband has recovered so, so well- such good news is welcome indeed! By the way t is not a long post at all and you never bore me! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ•

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toover61andstilltrying

Ahh thanks over61. I really have missed it, but had to wait until the time was right.

Yes I suppose it isnโ€™t a particularly long post. I know Iโ€™ve written longer ones myself! Just had to prewarn people in case they dozed off! ๐Ÿ˜…

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over61andstilltryingHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

No dozing off here! ๐Ÿคฃ

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SaskAlliecatHalf Marathon

Oh wow cheekychipmunks . I canโ€™t imagine what you and your husband have been through. I am so glad to hear he is fully recovered. Going back to the scene of the assault would be incredibly hard and would bring many emotions with it. Mad respect that you were able to do that.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toSaskAlliecat

Youโ€™re so kind Sask, thank you. I waited until the guy was well and truly behind proper bars before venturing back, and Iโ€™m glad I did. My husband returned ages ago - he wasnโ€™t going to let the vile man ruin his enjoyment of his favourite sport. ๐Ÿšฃ๐Ÿฟโ€โ™€๏ธ

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MrsRDjHalf Marathon

cheekychipmunks sorry to hear your family went through this traumatic time. Huge well done for continuing with the running and great to hear it got you through it.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toMrsRDj

Thanks so much MrsRDj, Iโ€™m so fortunate to have such a wonderfully kind bunch of friends here on HU. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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What a horrible thing to happen to you both, Mr Cheeky physically and you emotionally. So good you can now run in that beautiful place again and not let it be spoiled for you both. Two very brave people.x

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply toMormor1

It certainly was a shock Mormor. Crack of dawn on a Sunday morning in the summer. But yes, heโ€™s recovered remarkably well and we can both move on, he with his rowing and me with my running by the river. ๐Ÿ˜€

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Mormor1Half Marathonโ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

Thank goodness it happens so rarely. Keep on ๐Ÿƒ ๐Ÿ˜„

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Understandable that you would face that route with trepidation, but great that you've managed to overcome that so that you can move on. Sometimes we need our "go to routes" so to be deprived of one for such a terrible reason is unimaginable.

So good to hear your husband has made a full recovery.

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonโ€ข in reply tosTrongFuse

Thanks sTrongFuse. I seriously doubted whether Iโ€™d ever want to run there again, but with my husband passing the exact spot where it happened every time he goes to the club I thought Iโ€™d better face up to it. If he can, I certainly can! But still, Iโ€™ll make my runs later than when I used to use that route. Iโ€™d rather there were people about, whereas before I preferred avoiding them.

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