Friday, May 15, 2009

Virgin Bride

Oh, wait. I mean Twisted Ankle Marathon Virgin Bride.
Sorry if there was any initial confusion upon reading the blog title. I am not trying to be one of those "born-again" virgins (like that is even possible.)

Drum roll please . . . Here is my outfit for tomorrow.



As you will see I have my something blue covered--skirt is INDIGO (definitely NOT purple--worst color ever) and my top is aqua (a well known shade of blue) and my socks have blue on the toes.

My something new is my also my top and my socks. The theme of the outfit tomorrow is pockets. I needed pockets otherwise I would resigned to the hideous fanny pack. And clearly, as you can see in the picture I need a lot of pockets if I want to carry all that crap.

My something old is my Run Happy hat, the skirt, my ipod and my knife--I am not going in the North Georgia woods without a weapon. I have seen Deliverance (cue Dueling Banjos)

My something borrowed is the water bottle--yes Dad that is yours and no I did not ask but I "borrowed" it a month ago and since you haven't missed it yet I am sure it is okay. I did tell Mom I was taking it. I am sure she forgot though.

Also borrowed are the trail shoes. They are Lala's.

Yes, yes I know. Not a great idea. And no I haven't done a long run in them but I ran 2.25 miles today and they felt fine--the same;maybe better than my Trance's. I actually almost bought this particular trail shoe but instead I got the Brooks Cascadia because they were out of the Mizuno's in my size. I KNOW I don't like running in my Cascadia's so they are definitely no good. I could always stick with my Brook's Trance but the weather tomorrow is suppose to suck and it is probably going to be super muddy so I think I might really need a trail shoe. I did like how firm and cushioned the heel felt today so I think they will be good. The way I see it; after 26+ miles my feet aren't going to feel good anyway. So I think it is more important I have a shoe with some good traction.

Also, pictured is a camera because who doesn't document their deflowering? And toilet paper--because girlfriend? Doesn't use leaves. Of course I am crossing every part of me and hoping such thing isn't an issue (it isn't usually) but every good Girl Scout is always prepared.

Lastly, even though I am certainly not happy about the forecast:
Hourly Forecast
6 am

64°F

Feels Like
64°F
9 am

67°F

Feels Like
67°F
12 pm

74°F

Feels Like
74°F
3 pm

76°F

Feels Like
79°F
6 pm

76°F

Feels Like
79°F
9 pm

71°F

Feels Like
71°F
Day Night


I have heard--at least that is what they like to tell the Brides who plan outdoor garden weddings without a rain contingency plan-- that is good luck if it rains on your wedding day.

Sweet Jesus let's hope so!

7 comments:

  1. here's hoping for an improved weather forecast!

    Good luck!

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  2. Should Lala go ahead and buy herself some more trail shoes? Something tells me they won't be returned in the same condition.

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  3. Good Luck, can't wait to read the uber-detailed race report.

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  4. Heeeee...I love the "borrowed" water bottle. Too funny. GOOD LUCK!! You're going to have a blast.

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  5. OMG, I can't believe you're doing that marathon. That race holds #1 Worst Marathon for me. I reallllllllyyyyy hope it goes better for you. Hang tough, girl!

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  6. Nat, good to see you out there and thanks for stopping by my blog. Looking forward to your report!

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  7. okay... you need one of those new-fangled little mini ipods that you can just attach to your skort...

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