I'm on the 6th and last day of my Christmas vacation and I seriously contemplated taking this last day off to relax and continue to recover. But, fact of the matter is, I've been pain free for some time now and it's started to feel more like laziness than recovery time. And, while I haven't been a complete couch potato these last several days, I did finally decide that it was time to get back to my regular routine... and I'm so very glad I did.
The truth is, as good as running is for me physically, I personally feel it's even better for me mentally. No matter how much down time I have during the week, nothing compares to the 'me time' that results from logging a few miles. And today's run offered so much more than a little alone time... it was a perfect time to reflect on what an amazing holiday season it's been. There's no question that, as a child, Christmas is something special... a time of wonder and anticipation. Of course, as children, we don't quite understand the concept of what it is that we should be so appreciative of, but nonetheless, it is an exciting time. As an adult, this season brings a whole new understanding of what giving is all about and the true significance of Christmas. It's as a parent, however, that you can really appreciate both aspects of the holiday season... the importance of giving of yourself for the betterment of those around you and the joy of a child who is still learning what this wonderful time of year is all about. My brief stint on the treadmill today allowed me the time I needed to revisit all of the amazing moments from my long holiday weekend giving me a whole new appreciation for my limited 'me time'. And I believe there's something to be said for spending my 'me time' thinking of family and friends and the wonderful memories made over the past few days :)
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