All my life, I've been grateful I have a brother to watch my back. He's always been there to help me if I need him. I just have to be careful not to take advantage of him because he won't let me know if it's too much.
Art's cousin, Renee was scheduled to walk with me for the Great Aloha Run (Walk). However, her doctor has told her that she should not participate in something this strenuous because of her knee problem. It is 8 miles. She felt terrible having to back out.
So I asked Dennis if it was safe for him to walk with me and if he'd want to. Yes, it's true. I'm such a wuss that I don't want to walk 8 miles for almost 3 hours by myself. I do not consider that fun... unlike Art who would run 26 + miles all by himself if I let him. Dennis has gout, but it's under control. Still, his joints are weakened so he shouldn't push himself.
"Sure," he said, "I'll do it."
And he's training right now. My sister-in-law, Nancy says he's walked three miles. OK... that's a mile more than what I've practiced. I've told Dennis that at the first inkling of pain in his toe or my knees, we're going to stop and have breakfast somewhere. Art can come pick us up with the car.
Then again... I'm not sure I can trust Dennis to stop. There's a free Aloha Run Finisher t-shirt at the end and he might be coveting it... just like Art.
Art's cousin, Renee was scheduled to walk with me for the Great Aloha Run (Walk). However, her doctor has told her that she should not participate in something this strenuous because of her knee problem. It is 8 miles. She felt terrible having to back out.
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| Art and me at last year's Aloha Run |
So I asked Dennis if it was safe for him to walk with me and if he'd want to. Yes, it's true. I'm such a wuss that I don't want to walk 8 miles for almost 3 hours by myself. I do not consider that fun... unlike Art who would run 26 + miles all by himself if I let him. Dennis has gout, but it's under control. Still, his joints are weakened so he shouldn't push himself.
"Sure," he said, "I'll do it."
And he's training right now. My sister-in-law, Nancy says he's walked three miles. OK... that's a mile more than what I've practiced. I've told Dennis that at the first inkling of pain in his toe or my knees, we're going to stop and have breakfast somewhere. Art can come pick us up with the car.
Then again... I'm not sure I can trust Dennis to stop. There's a free Aloha Run Finisher t-shirt at the end and he might be coveting it... just like Art.
You can do it, go for it! A marathon sounds like a good excuse to have fun and enjoy breakfast with no guilt.
ReplyDeleteWhatever it takes to get you out there doing it, Kay. It doesn't matter whether he's with you or not, you still have to walk it by yourself. I am a social exerciser, too.
ReplyDeleteoh good luck with this Kay and Dennis! And be careful, I know you will be.
ReplyDeleteWhat a team-you'll do it!
ReplyDeleteEveryone in your family gets along and are so supportive. So nice...that's why I like your blog.
ReplyDeleteL. from W.
I have a big brother that has always been there for me.....can't beat it!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on Run/Walk. That's one I would love to participate in. With a name like Great Aloha...wow!
You are fortunate to have such a great relationship with your brother. This is not the case for everyone. Happy walking. I think you both will finish strong.
ReplyDeleteGood luck and best wishes to both of you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great brother to have! you must be so proud of him! Cheers Dennis!
ReplyDeletewish I was there to cheer you on!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt must be nice to have a brother such as Dennis. Good luck to you both and lots of aloha in the Aloha Run.
ReplyDeleteIf your brother is anything like my brothers (whom I love dearly) you won't be able to MAKE him do anything, and he'll only stop if you absolutely have to, but he'll be happy to be with you.
ReplyDeleteK
I think you're marvelous for doing these runs and what a great brother you have there. I'm clapping for both of you.
ReplyDeleteSomehow having someone to talk to makes the miles fly by. Keep an eye on him though so he doesn't hurt himself. Stopping for breakfast sounds like a good
ReplyDeleteplan B. Good luck to you both.
My brother is getting ready to have a hip replacement from playing too much tennis so I don't think I could count on him to walk with me, but I can count on him for pretty much anything else.
ReplyDeleteGood luck to both of you.
I actually like to walk alone, but then I an an introvert.
ReplyDeleteGood luck in your training. Have fun with it!
One of my daughters does this sort of thing and has a big assortment of T-shirts she has collected over the years. I hope you all made it.
ReplyDeleteyes, you can always stop. It ain't that important.
ReplyDeleteYou will make it with or without Dennis..but having him want to do and try so hard is touching....I have always been the care taker of my younger sibs...
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