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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

P.S. I should have included a big thank you to all my family, friends, and coworkers who encouraged me throughout my training and always thought I could do it! Special thanks to my husband and children who always believe in me and that I can do all the things! xo

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Sara Kittridge's avatar

What a great accomplishment, Mary and an uplifting post! So proud of you (and Jan)!

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Sara! It really has made me think about how I could apply the the same determination and discipline to other endeavors. We'll see...

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Mary Anne Borowski-Lutz's avatar

Great job,Mary, on the run, and the inspirational post!!

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Mary Anne!

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Sandy Couch's avatar

Congrats! Congrats! Congrats! and good for you! I related to this in so many ways. Actually made me tear up in reading it. Life is hard. Even the things we love can be hard. We just have to keep moving. As always, your writing inspires and reminds me of how much we all have in common. Love ya!

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Sandy! I'm glad this post resonated. I always appreciate your thoughtful comments and especially appreciate your mention that my writing reminds you how much we all have in common. That's means a lot. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Love you too!

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laura bilty koester's avatar

I am so proud of you Mary. Such an accomplishment. You inspire me to be better!

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Laura! It was an inspiring experience and has really made me think about other goals that I want to pursue.

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Heide Piehler's avatar

Congratulations! You are an inspiration on so many levels.

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Heide! I've sure appreciated your encouragement throughout these months of training.

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Ann Rohrer's avatar

Proud of you, Mary! That was a big commitment and now a big accomplishment ❤️💪

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Thanks, Ann! We really appreciated you and Chuck cheering us on yesterday. Hugs!

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Anna Krawczyk's avatar

Love this, Mom! I am so proud of you and you inspire me every day 🩷

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Mary Krawczyk's avatar

Awww - thanks, Anna! Thanks for encouraging me. What a fun weekend we had! xo

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