Earth Day 5K

Saturday was the base Earth Day 5K. Around 3am Chris walked into the house so I didn't have to run with the kiddos. I have to say it was extremely weird not having the jogging stroller. It's the only way I run these days, so running without was like forgetting my running shoes...it just felt like something was missing.

Thankfully, Steph remembered her camera! I didn't bring mine since I didn't have the stroller to store it in. I was enjoying an apple before the race when Steph wanted a photo, so I hid it behind my back for the picture. Explains my funny stance and look on my face - I think I had just taken a bite.
The weather couldn't have been any nicer.We started off next to the lake and completed a giant circle around it, weaving in and out on side streets and housing areas. I was running for awhile before I realized the course wasn't marked. All the other 5K's and the marathon relay I completed were marked with mile markers, but not this course. I thought that was a little odd, but aw well.
About 3/4's of the way in, Tabitha (next to me in the photo with sunglasses), was feeling awesome and I was starting to pull back a little (a stitch had started in my ribs, which means I was running faster then normal), so I told her to just go ahead. She took off on me! I think she needs a faster running partner. LOL
I kept her in my sights, and tried to keep up while picking people to catch and pass. I finally rounded the corner to the finish line and sprinted it across. They yelled, "28:45" or I think they did. I was too shocked. Did they just say something under 30?! OMG! How cool is that? My goal going in was to do it under 40, and I was hoping for around 35. I couldn't have been happier!
Well, I'm not in these photos, but they are from the race. 350 people signed up...

and it looks like I wouldn't have been alone with a stroller...

As it turns out the course was short!! The Commander had to get up and apologize (I imagine there are going to be some people in serious trouble this week). The course was only 2.92 miles. Well, that's only off by, what, .3 or so? That still means I would've finished under 30!!!! That made my entire weekend.
My knees are still a little sore, so today has been a nice relaxing, rainy day inside the house with the kiddos and hubby. It's back to the grind tomorrow!