Run Katie Run

On Sunday Matt and I ran in the Mother's Day Classic, which is an 8K run raising money for breast cancer support and research. It was a really lovely day for a run too! Sky looked a bit threatening straight away in the morning but cleared by the time the run started. The view wasn't too shabby either - looped around Macquarie's Point, which has a lovely view of the Opera House and bridge. Of course, by the second lap through I didn't really care about the picturesque views... I wanted to see the finish line! Other than my ankle giving me a bit of trouble around about the 6K mark, I actually felt alright! Now I definately was not breaking any records but I did finish in about 48 minutes. Much better than my original goal which was to finish before they started closing down the entire event (I know - I have some high standards).

Matt's coworker has told us about another charity 8K run. This one is raising money for MS support and research. According to the website, "It is a challenging route through picturesque harbourside streets..." Well, doesn't that sound quaint? All except the challenging part. We're told that there are lots of hills but it feels awesome at the finish. So I think that run is the next one of the plate. 1 June is the day. Wish me luck!

Kind of related to charity/fundraising etc, my work has decided to participate in another event in support of the Cancer Council NSW. Not quite as vigorous though. This one is called "Australia's Biggest Morning Tea." Basically, places of business, community or school can host a morning tea and brekkie and raise money through donations of people who participate. Our boss argued "I don't get it. So we sit around, drink tea and eat biscuits? How is that supposed to help anybody?" Well, after convincing him that if we each pitched in some money that it would be help to the cause (and that taking a mid-morning hour break is a great, productive idea), we registered our tea party. Here's our own personal page. It's neat! Ha ha! :
http://nsw.cancercouncilfundraising.org.au/personalPage.aspx?registrationID=32722

Let you know how I go on the second run.... and the tea party!