Don’t you feel like you need to just sit here for a moment, take a big inhale and blow it out? Was 2017 the fastest year ever or what? We’re giving 2017 one last look on the Tuesdays on the Run Linkup. Was it everything you hoped it’d be? More? Any plot twists?
I didn’t race all that much, didn’t set any new PRs (unless you count the Hot Chocolate 15k, only because I’d never run a 15k before) and had an injury that put me in the pool for at least a month, maybe more But still? I feel like I did exactly what I wanted to do in 2017. I had some amazing travel. Made it to Europe 3 years in a row, not to mention our trip to Dubai and the Greek Islands. The adventurer in me is quite happy. Here’s how the running stuff went:
Best Race
I have to pick two for different reasons.
Berlin was my favorite race because it meant I ticked off my fourth World Marathon Major. I loved traveling there with the teenager, immersing ourselves in the European culture and meeting fellow runners from all over the world.
The Utah Valley Half Marathon was awesome because it took place in a beautiful state I’d never been to before. The course was stunning and it was a racecation with friends. To say we had a blast would be an understatement.
Best Run
It was blazing hot and mostly I ran on the hotel treadmill in Dubai. But running outside, along the Persian Gulf, if only for a short time, was one of those surreal, out-of-body experiences.
Best New Run Gear
I already told you repeatedly how much I love my Ultimate Direction Jenny Pack.
Also, I love anything that is tagless or has rip-out tags. Sooo much better than having those big old ones flapping around.
Favorite Race and/or Running Pic
Despite being one of my worst races performance-wise, I managed to show my teeth and smile for the camera in Berlin. I actually bought those race pics. Because who doesn’t want a blowfish photobomber?
Race Experience you’d Repeat
I’d totally head to Utah again for the Utah Valley Half…or full marathon…just saying…
Sum Up Your Year in a Few Words.
Travel-Adventure-Fun with Friends. Who could ask for more?
Other Milestones
No thanks to a flooded basement, our basement and pain cave were totally redone in 2017. The toys that dominated the lower level went out. The upstairs playroom became MY office. I won’t lie, it was hard to part with the dollhouses and other momentos of my kids’ childhood. But kids grow up and move on whether or not we hang on to their stuff. Now that it’s done, I love my new space.
What were your 2017 highlights?
Be sure to join us this Friday for the Last Runfession Friday Linkup of 2017!
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I’d say you had a great year despite the few random setbacks. As much as I’d LOVE an uneventful year, full of PR’s and ZERO drama…honestly, there’s not much to be learned from them. Setbacks are painful (literally, and figuratively), but rallying back feels ever-so-sweet. Congrats on 2017 😉
Overall, your year sounds pretty awesome. I’m so glad we got to meet up at the zoo – hope we can meet for a race sometime too. And I converted our playroom to my gym this year and I’m loving it!
You had a really fun year–I think you need to get a bigger suitcase so you can take me with you on your next trip!
My parents gave away my stuff as we moved, but they also kept a lot. They have closets they can use as storage since there are things they will never give away.
Your trips abroad make me very jealous!! How great that you were able to run or race during each one.
Glad I got to be a part of your year in Vegas. We learned from our mistakes, right?
Hope to see you again next year!
2017 sounds like pretty good year for you!! Cheers to 2018 and continued runs and traveling with friends.
You had some really great adventures in 2017! And powered through a lot to get there, too.
I’d love to visit UT again, but I’m mostly a one & done when it comes to halfs. I’ve never repeated a half, so far. I AM looking forward to exploring ID in 2018. 🙂
Enjoy your sun & just smile thinking of all of us freezing out butts off back home!
I love your Dubai picture too! You had a pretty good year despite the ups and downs.
I have absolutely loved all of the travel you have done this year – I feel like I live vicariously through you!
My favorite photo is your running photo in Dubai – so amazing!
You’ve had an amazing year with some great travel thrown in there. I love reading about your adventures.
You did have a year full of fun travel and friends! Here’s to much more in 2018
You had such an exciting year! It’s awesome that you were able to travel so much and do so many unique races. Looking forward to seeing what 2018 brings for you!
You had a wonderful year full of adventures – here’s to many more in 2018!
You had an amazing year with so much fun travel. I cannot wait to see where you are off to next.
It is hard to put 2017 in words! So many changes and so many adventures! Utah was a blast- poop and all- LOL! I am looking forward to Gasparilla!
It seems like you had an amazing year and your pictures are astonishing. I wish you an even better and more wonderful 2018!
Congrats on a great 2017! I really wish I could have done the Utah Valley Half…it looked like a great experience!