Yes, I know I am crazy, but it seems like everything here is about leaping and never looking back, about learning to believe in your own thoughts, ideas, judgment, ambitions. And I finished! My friends and I did 13 miles in an hour and 44 minutes - pretty good for not training, and there were even hills. Miles 7-9 were rough mentally, but once I made it to 10, I felt like we were on the home stretch, and crossing the finish line was such a thrill! By the way, this all happened in Barns Green (http://www.barnsgreen.com/), a lovely little town about an hour south of Oxford. After the race, we went to a friend's home nearby to shower and eat food made by mom, and then enjoyed the ride home, reflecting on a great day.
I feel so much more relaxed about all of the work now - it was great to get out of Oxford for a bit. I am still super busy, but I think I am finding a balance. And I get closer to my classmates all the time! Plus, there is such an energy here surrounding the election!! Is it really tomorrow? I am nervous/excited! The whole college is going to stay up for the results, so Wednesday might be a coffee day for me :)
Lots to look forward to this weekend: American Night (John and Gyll are attending!) and also a Rotary trip into London on Sunday for Remembrance Day. Most people have poppies on their coats; I am going to get one tomorrow from our porters in the lodge.
Love you all!! Thanks for the emails, cards, and prayers.
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