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So. Today was the Fort McMurray Marathon and the assorted shorter runs. As planned, I did the 3k.

I walked for part of it, but did a lot more running than I had initially expected. It was pretty fun! A little stressful, because it was a new experience, but overall I had a good time and I'm looking forward to doing it again next year.

My goal was to 1. actually do the thing, and 2. not finish last. Mission accomplished.

3k is pretty short, so I think next year I will run the 5k. Or convince someone to join me on the 3k. (Maybe my brother? If he isn't working. We'll see.)

The fundraising part of it - "Run for a Reason" - allows nonprofits to sign up to receive donations as part of the marathon. I think I'll ask VP if she wants to look into that for next year, since the judo club is a nonprofit org and as far as I can tell we meet the criteria for participating in Run for a Reason. As far as I know, all it requires is filling out some paperwork. I would have asked her about it this year, but I wanted to actually have some experience with the race first.

I'm really glad that I've been making a point of trying to Do New Things this year. If I try something and don't like it, I don't have to do it again. If I try something and do like it, then - great!