I guess people were anticipating that I would have been nervous about posing naked for a sketching class last weekend. I have to say that I have always believed that the human body is a work of art. Sketches are portrayals of that art, through the eye of the artist. I don’t see a problem with that at all.
Now, I am getting nerves. I am a planner. This week is going to be planned to a “T” as in one week – so next Sunday – I will be running my first half marathon. You are probably wondering what I could possibly have to plan. Race registration is paid for; hotel reservation is made. Yahoo! maps have been employed so I know where I am going. I realize that Saturday night is the night we lose an hour’s sleep by returning to Daylight Savings Time.
Here is my anal planning and where it is going. I turned my ankle last Sunday. I am truly a klutz. I was simply walking along and hit uneven pavement and that was that – a cut on my knee on one leg, slight hole in my new jeans (probably a part that annoyed me a lot more than the knee or the ankle), and an ankle that is the size of a lacrosse ball when run on or walked on a lot. So, to be sure I am able to get 13.1 miles out of the ankle on March 14th, I have scheduled my upcoming week to the hour.
I have meal plans figured out for the entire week as I want to be sure I am eating well. I have my pre-race meal all set and am taking it with me to the hotel.
I have figured time into each day to stretch, to ice my ankle, to do a short run or a quick Pilates workout. I have work figured into the schedule. I have everything figured out but still have some nerves.
My nerves stem not taking anyone with me to the race. I have done a few really long runs – ten miles plus. Every time I drive shortly after these, the driving is uncomfortable. I don’t have anyone to ask to go with me. My running friends do not live close to me or are in the middle of training that is very important. My daughter has plans for the weekend. I am going alone. That brings nerves up for me.
I travel alone all the time. I don’t know why I am so concerned about this one trip. I just am nervous about it. I think I figure if I schedule and plan, I will not get as nervous. Here’s hoping!
Nicki's Nook 
Planning does help calm nerves. But are you sure you can’t find someone to drive? A friend of one of your kids? Or another parent even? Wouldn’t you do the same for them?
I may try a couple other people, BLW, but not likely.
Will be thinking of you this week Nicki. Good luck!
Thanks, Corinne!
You will be FINE! You are so prepared and you are used to handling things on your own. It’s just last minute jitters–if it weren’t this bothering you, it would be something else. Hang in there.
Thanks, Jen! You all will do great in April, too!!!
Oh man, I wish I lived closer so I could drive you myself! I’ll be thinking of you!
Thanks, Kristen. Jen may be right. It is just last minute jitters. Just seemed to hit in advance a bit. LOL!
Nicki, I swear. Posing naked? No problem. Running. Major neurotic trauma! I know, we all have our shtick and an injury when you’re used to a certain fitness level – urg. Here’s what I’ve learned – one day at a time. Do the run, do your best. If you can’t drive after the run or don’t feel comfortable then handle it. Or drive in segments where you can rest your legs or get out and walk or stretch. Just worry about today today (that’s not a typo!).
Linda – I know! Who’d of thought? I know I will be fine. Races just get me in a panic mode, even the small 5K’s.
I’d drive you if I lived anywhere near you. AND I’d make you a nice cocktail to drink on the way. 🙂 You’re gonna be great!
I am thinking Linda is right. I am overthinking but there are so many things about this race that are unique – the distance and I have never gone to a race alone. Uh oh!