Sunday, January 18, 2015

Time and Persistence of Memory


Going through recovery after prostate cancer surgery I’ve noticed some changes in my attitude about time.
I don’t get anxious about being late when I have somewhere to go. 
If I’m 5 minutes late to something it’s not going to change the world. 
If people get worked up about it that’s their choice, but I’ll get where I need to be when I get there. 
I’ll get the things done that are going to get done. 
If something doesn’t get done today, I guess it’s just not going to get done today. 
Maybe tomorrow?
I’ve always had a secret admiration for people who can show up 10-15 minutes late and don’t seem to even notice.
I want to be one of those people.
I think I value my time more than before.
I enjoy living in the moment more than I use to.
I take time to find the little things that bring me joy.


New year - new goals.
My big race for 2015?
I signed up for the San Francisco Marathon, July 26.
That will be just 4 days short of 1 year cancer free.
I also signed up for the Shamrock’n Half Marathon March 15 and I’m going to lead a pace group for the Elk Grove, Running of the Elk Half Marathon, March 29.
I’ll probably do some other half marathons, a triathlon or two, and maybe California International Marathon at the end of the year. 
I’m just going to enjoy running and being fit and healthy.