I did my first half marathon last Sunday... My FIRST 13.1 miles!

It is amazing how quickly we move on to the next thing. After spending months to prepare for it, it was done and I already forgot about it

I think we should slow down and celebrate more.. Enjoy the precious moments, smell the flowers, give kisses, and just be present!

Okay, back to my marathon:

It was a wonderful weekend, filled with inspiration! Not only that I ran 13.1 miles (or I should say walk/run) in the hilly San Francisco, but I also did it with 20,000 people (mostly women)... I don't know where else you can see that many women together in harmony and joy It was kind of a rare moment!

My wonderful husband joined me at mile 4 and supported my efforts by running with me until the 13th mile.

The greatest news is that participants raised $14 million  for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in the hopes for finding a cure for blood cancers through this event.. and we were part of these efforts with the $4,000 that our friends and colleagues contributed to. I found my name on the wall which listed all the participants

Thanks to you!

Best,
Demi

Oh, my finish time... 3 hours 28 minutes and 40 seconds! I have a lot of room to grow!
Finisher's Results

Here is the link to my finisher's certificate
Finisher's Certificate