Today’s Workout – Speed Work
Total Mileage: 7.05 miles
Total Time: 1:00:50
Average Pace: 8:37 min/pace
I may do another slow run later, but that is still to be determined.
I knew it was bound to happen eventually, but I finally had a crappy morning run. As a runner you start to know when you are due for a bad run.
I ran 5 x 1200’s and even though the pace was out of control, my legs just never quite got into it.
I finished the run and felt exhausted. I think my face pretty accurately explains the feelings going through my head. Sorry for the crappy lighting it was early.
I want this blog to be an honest place where I truly tell how I feel.
Today has been one of the hardest days I have had in a long time. I feel like my world has been turned upside down and I am trying to stay afloat.
I am just going to say it because it makes it easier – I lost my job today.
I have a million thoughts going through my head and I can’t even seem to make sense of them.
I am sure most of you know my story but I am currently living in Erie, PA while my husband is in medical school. I am our only income and work to support the both of us for the time being. This is a bit of a blow and hard for me to accept.
I know there is only one option, to pick myself up and get back out there. I wish I could convince myself of that right now but I will get there.
I thought about keeping this to myself, but then I wouldn’t be being honest. I want to show the good, the bad, and the down right hard of my life for you to see I am just like everyone else. Life doesn’t always go the way we want it to and it is about how we get back up.
I will get back up – it just may take me a little bit.
In the mean time I will leave you with this awesome quote.
Don’t worry, I will still be blogging just having a tough day!
What is your favorite motivational quote?
So sorry to hear that – the economy continues to be crappy (I am in Horseheads, NY a few hours east of you guys), and there are constantly stores closing, places downsizing, freezes, and so on. I feel like every day I see someone new posting ‘well … today is another job-hunt day’ on Facebook.
Good luck to you – it is never easy, but like you say it is just something you need to do. Best of luck.
Thanks! Looks like we are in the same boat now! Good luck to you on the job search! I’m right there with ya!
I am fortunate – we moved to this area back when the economy in Massachusetts tanked in early 2008, and I am fortunate to work for Corning and have a pretty solid job here.
My wife worked as a teacher for a place that taught science in schools with inadequate programs, but was let go when the contracts dried up a couple of years ago. She works at Macy’s now, and there is concern that the store might end up closing …
Oh wow Michael I’m sorry! I hope it gets better and she can keep her job! I Want to hold out for the right job, but with my husband being in medical school and me being the sole income I kind of just need to get SOMETHING come in if I can’t find anything in the next couple weeks. Even if I have to wait tables or do something to get some money I am more than willing. Hoping for the best!
Exactly – as I say we are lucky, as we really just need my income, if she lost her job my kids might not to go on planned trips to Quebec and NYC or do Ski Club.
That is a big difference from your situation – that is a lot of stress and pressure for anyone to deal with. Doing what you guys are doing is stressful, and losing a job is stressful anytime … but losing a job in that circumstance really stinks. Definitely have my fingers crossed for you guys!
Thank you for the kind words! It really does mean a lot! I am thankful that we do not have kids right now that would make things a little more complicated – but we will make it through this! Thanks again 🙂
Oh, hugs to you girl!! There is so much I could say but I’ll leave it at this; storms don’t last forever, so hang on because there is a rainbow on the way! You’re a strong, capable, amazing woman and you’ll make it through!
Aww you are sweet! Thank you so much! I know make it through and come out on the other side, just hard right now but I know I will come out on the other side eventually!
I’m so sorry! I know this is probably one of the toughest things, but good will come from it. Best of luck in your job search! Ok, this makes me the biggest nerd but I’ve loved the song since I was little “You Gotta Be” by Desree…when stuff gets tough somehow this song make it a bit better.
Thank you! You are sweet! I will have to pull up and listen to that song then – I will use anything to help me get through this time! I know something will eventually come along and my hard work will pay off! Enjoy your day!
I’m so sorry to hear this. The economy is really awful right now, and I know it’s put people in some pretty tough spots. I lost my job last year when funding dried up, and then we moved to VT where good jobs are in very short supply. It was incredibly stressful, and so I know that it can sometimes be hard to see the good in a situation…or the light at the end of the tunnel. I hope that something comes through for you soon! Best of luck with your search. Hang in there!
Yeah I keep just focusing on how we could be in a much worse situation! I am trying to focus on the positive but it comes in waves. I’ll get there just will take a little bit 🙂 Thanks for your sweet comments!
I’m sorry to hear you lost your job! That’s a super stressful situation. Hopefully this will lead you to an even better path.
My favorite motivational quote is: “Transcend.” And of course, “Relentless Forward Progress.”
Love those motivational quotes! I will have to keep those in mind! Thanks for your kind words 🙂 I will get through this. I have a lot to be thankful for I just need to focus on that!
I just started reading your blog a few days ago. I’m so sorry about your job. Those bad runs eventually make for good ones. 🙂 excited to see what will be next for you.
Thank you! Welcome! Yes the bad runs always make the good ones better! I actually went out for a run later in the day and felt SO much better!
Hey! I’ve been following your blog recently, I found it through pb fingers….I am from North Carolina originally as we’ll and moved to Florida to be with my boyfriend. I just wanted to say I’m so sorry about the job. I truly believe everything happens for a reason, so maybe there’s something better coming along! I work for a bank and know how stressful it can be….it’s enough to make me get out and run everyday too! I hope you take this time to enjoy yourself and your husband and the right thing will come soon!
Aww thank you! it is a tough time but I know this will pass! That is awesome that you are from NC! I miss it so much – hopefully I will be back there in a year or two!! Florida sounds so much better than Erie, PA! I hope something comes along soon – I am not picky! Just need to pay the bills! nice to meet you!
My favorite is “this too shall pass”. There are a lot more poetic motivational phrases but this one is just so true and so simple. It’s also so easy to forget. In hard times I’ve actually written it on a piece of paper and taped it to my wall or mirror so I’d be reminded frequently. I also like the one that says something about when God closes a door, he always opens a window.
Bright side: you’ll have more time for running for a bit 🙂
Haha yes that is the bright side! I got 2 runs in today which is awesome because I rarely have time for that! I love those quotes as well I think putting them on my mirror might be a great idea!
Great run!
Thanks 🙂
Oh girl! So sorry to hear that. BUT, you WILL get back on that horse and find something even better. I know it’s cliche, but I always like to believe that when one door closes, another one opens and everything happens for a reason, even if we can’t understand it right now. It’s only going to make you stronger, as much it sucks to hear! I’ll be sending happy thoughts your way 🙂
I really hope that other door opens up soon 🙂 I just keep telling myself something will come along soon hopefully! Thanks for your sweet and kind words 🙂
“Running moves you forward in more ways than one”
Love this! Thank you!
I am sorry to hear. I am sending hugs!
Aww thank you! You are sweet 🙂 Still riding the unemployment train but I do have an interview this week so hopefully something will turn up soon!
Damn girl! I followed your link to this post! Sorry to hear you lost your job, but you know what, you’re doing amazing stuff now! Good luck with all of it!
Thank you Cheri 🙂 All things happen for a reason right!? I am finally starting to see those reasons!