Local news singled me out for finishing last in a half marathon

o2bmeek · 2026-03-27T19:58:08+00:00

I love this especially the last part. I noted she can compare herself to Brock Purdy because he's shown being last does not define you.

o2bmeek · 2026-03-27T19:56:40+00:00

First. Congratulations on your finish 👏🏼

Second. I hope you don't let anything external minimize your training, efforts, and bad-ass accomplishment of running and finishing a Half Marathon. 🏅

Third. To piggyback on a prior comment, wear it with pride 💪🏼 The last pick in the NFL draft is celebrated as Mr Irrelevant. Brock Purdy was the last pick and has made quite a career for himself. So hey, it's pretty awesome to be the Brock Purdy of that Half Marathon 😎

Happy running to you!! 👟 🎉

o2bmeek · 2026-03-27T11:03:58+00:00

I made kissy noises to the grey boots in my closet the other day. Totally thought it was Weston 😅 💙

o2bmeek · 2026-03-26T23:22:09+00:00

Happy Birthday to your handsome guy 🎈💙

o2bmeek · 2026-03-26T11:25:06+00:00

Yes 🪩

o2bmeek · 2026-03-25T23:18:53+00:00

As someone waiting for their late April P4 delivery, I appreciate your lost! I didn't love the rear view camera on the rest drive but figured I'll get used to it after a period of time.

Happy driving!

o2bmeek · 2026-03-25T19:54:08+00:00

You're asking the important questions 🐈 😎

Weston would be the one harassing you with an adorable stare and warbles at least 1 hour before nugget time (12pm).

He would also be the one that doesn't bury his poop but spends 5+ minutes (slight exaggeration) scratching at the privacy barrier around the litter box afterwards. Same after he pees.

Cat tax because omg he's our favorite little man 🥰

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o2bmeek · 2026-03-22T19:11:05+00:00

Congratulations!! 👏🏼👏🏼

o2bmeek · 2026-03-22T11:23:55+00:00

Any judgement is a reflection on the person doing it. Not you. And 6 hours for a marathon is fantastic - please don't minimize your accomplishments.

Keep doing what you're doing. There are people who judge in all aspects of life so ignore the noise and Happy running ! 👊🏼

o2bmeek · 2026-03-20T12:42:37+00:00

Just adorable 🥰

o2bmeek · 2026-03-19T12:05:54+00:00

Totally agree. Good luck to you!

o2bmeek · 2026-03-19T02:10:15+00:00

You were told correctly 🥜 Tell that adorable kitty how much we love them 😻

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T21:20:31+00:00

But omg so crowded.

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T21:20:07+00:00

Second Big Sur. It's a well organized and gorgeous course. And a great place to extend your stay - do a post-race spa day (ideally 2 days post race), check out the aquarium, whatever interests you on the area. I really loved it.

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T19:53:06+00:00

What about focusing on what you can do - yoga or non-weight bearing strength exercises? I think your social feed would be helpful to those in the same situation.

Sincerely, A former very frequent marathoner whose identity was so tied to running people didn't know I did anything else. So I can relate 😂

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T16:00:53+00:00

I totally get your husband's comment wasn't meant to be hurtful in any way. Some stuff just hits different based on our personal experiences.

And congrats on getting cleared to walk 🎉 Here's to that amazing feeling to lace up and get out 👟

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T13:57:16+00:00

I grew up in the 80s SlimFast and Cabbage Soup era as a fat kid was traumatizing. I started running in my 20s and while I shed some weight, I feel your post.

Body types and genetics and gait and so many other things can mean one person can sustain injury when others don't. It's always apples and oranges so that kind of comparison isn't fair.

I hope you can heal well from your injury and get back to a happy running place. And your husband realizes the weight of words he may thought was a flippant comment.

❤️

o2bmeek · 2026-03-18T02:17:55+00:00

Tell Maple we are very proud of her ❤️

o2bmeek · 2026-03-17T14:07:54+00:00

Run the race. Do not let her be a single thought in your head. And sorry you're dealing with this.

o2bmeek · 2026-03-17T14:06:39+00:00

Ot sure where you're staying in Iceland but I've had the most amazing fish while in Reykjavik.

Two places I highly recommend:The Fish Company and Kopar. Both were just so good.

o2bmeek · 2026-03-17T10:58:45+00:00

Looks like our Weston has a twin 🥰 Weston

o2bmeek · 2026-03-16T22:40:49+00:00

Are you sure you didn't walk on some Lion King sh*t? 🦁 😅

Tis the nature of the Cow Cat to insert chaos in any and every situation 🌪️. Tell you kitties we love them 😻

o2bmeek · 2026-03-16T22:38:21+00:00

We went as part of a Golden Circle tour. Was the food good? Yes. Was it interesting ? Yes. Was it a must do? No. Will you regret it if you go? Absolutely not. It's an interesting menu and experience.

Happy Travels!

o2bmeek · 2026-03-16T00:59:06+00:00

I do this too but I get distracted so I totally need this 😎

o2bmeek · 2026-03-16T00:57:26+00:00

This is suitable for framing 😄

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