A Letter to my Body

Dear Body,

I wanted to apologize for being so tough on you these past couple of months. But, I need you to stick it out a little while longer. We have less than a month to go, and only one 20+miler before the taper begins. Then, you will get your chance to rest. I need you now more than ever though, so you can't break down on me yet. This race is very important to me and to the patients at Dana-Farber.

I know I have been especially mean during these past few weeks because of the constant increase of weekly miles and my desire to run faster. I am sorry if the hills in Waltham yesterday hurt you. But, you didn't need to retaliate the way you did. I was rather embarrassed at the Puma store yesterday when you wouldn't let me bend over to tie the shoes that I was trying on. Instead, I had to have my mom tie them in front of a store full of people. You made a scene, and that was not justified. I've purchased two new pairs of kicks in the past week for you - one for everyday use, and one for the marathon. I don't know how else I can show my appreciation besides that.

OK fine - I hope that the hour long massage that you are getting this coming week will make up for my neglect and continuous abuse. I know I am being very selfish and am not treating you the way that you deserve to be treated. I also know that in many years from now, you will be angry that my stomach lining has dissolved into nothing as a result of all the Advils I am feeding you. But know that I am trying really hard not to hurt you.

Please accept my deepest apologies. You will be handsomely rewarded after April 21st. I promise. I just need you to hold out until then.

With love and appreciation,
Lindsey