I included this picture because it amazes me how big Luke is getting! He's becoming a little boy.
Monday, January 21, 2008
A night of firsts....
After almost a year and half since her last race, Sharon made her comeback official...big time!! At a track meet at Saginaw Valley University, a Division II school, Sharon ran the 3K (almost two miles for you non-track enthusiasts) in 9 minutes, 35 seconds (just about 30 seconds shy of her personal best performance of two years ago, which isn't bad for a mama just returning to the track). Sharon lapped the entire field of runners...twice. She was first in her race, shattered the meet record, shattered the track record, and shattered the team record (she ran for a local club called "Front Line"). She looked fantastic and I'm excited to say that she's right on track to qualify for the Olympic Trials, which is her stated goal. Don't ask me how she's doing it, as she's operating on very little sleep and a Rocky Balboa-like training regimen. I wouldn't be surprised if I came home from work early to watch her chucking wooden logs in our back yard for exercise:) I'm proud of her. And of course, Luke makes a guest appearance in the video below:) Enjoy.
I included this picture because it amazes me how big Luke is getting! He's becoming a little boy.
I included this picture because it amazes me how big Luke is getting! He's becoming a little boy.
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Wow, good job Sharon, that's awesome!! It's good to see you out there racing again. I was wondering when we would see you out on the track. What other meets are you going to run? Keep us updated on how the training is going!
Congratulations!!
Sharon you have always amazed and inspired me and I am so happy to see you still reaching for your goals! Congrats- it is great to see you on the track again, can't even tell you had a baby except for his guest appearance in the video!!! Love you!!!
Way to go Sharon! GREAT to see you back out on the track. You are an amazing woman, mom and athelete! all i can say is "What a Woman".....can't wait to watch you in the Olympics :)
Keep up the good work
Kimberly
Shar, that is awesome! I am glad you guys ended up posting it! I am telling you--you would've broken 9:30 if those slow girls would've moved over into lane 2 and out of your way!
Luke looked very happy to cheer for his mama!
:)
hey shar! I love seeing you race again :) you look great! I enjoy your posts soo much!! love you! Becca
You are my hero!!!! You looked and ran fabulous!!! Keep it up! I agree with Mo- those girls need to move outta the way!:)
Sharon,
You are amazing! And as impressive as your time was at that race, I find your dedication in this extremely cold weather with lack of sleep even more impressive. Thanks for being an example to your nephew, Lachlan and your nieces too. We are all so proud of you. We look forward to watching you at the opening ceremonies on 08/08/08! Kevin - looks like little man, Luke stole your victory kisses:)
You haven't missed a step!! You look awesome and Kevin, great cheerleading skills with Lukey-Do in tow!! She couldn't help but be inspired!! Miss you and love you
XOXO
Zia
Great job Sharon! You have always had fire in your feet! How embarassing for the competition. You have to be that good for the OLYMPICS! You can do it! Kevin wears Luke like an accessory around his waist! Love you guys! DQ
Congrats Sharon. You looked great out there! Man - what a quick recovery you had. Paula Radcliffe watch out!
Shar! You are a buff stud! I agree with all the other posts, but I would like to add that it would have been cool to see you plow down one of those girls--a nice big life lesson! :) hee hee j/k Duane and I are very proud of you!
ang
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