Kevin: Day 5386

Day 5386. We made it to school on time, but did not get the early AM jog completed. It's been a whirlwind 4-5 days with family in town and hosting an over the top 5 year old bday party. I mean, we can't help it. Anytime we host an event at our house, Nicole and I do everything in our power to make it comfortable, accommodating, and fun for all attendees. I'm confident we pulled this off on Saturday. 

We cleaned and set up for days leading up to the party and will be cleaning and breaking down for days after. It's all worth it, I think... Some others don't get it. And even go as far to subtly criticize us for overdoing it. Come on guys. It's something I have always had. An unrelenting desire to please. I can't help it. Even when it's to my detriment. It's something Nicole and I share. it just feels good when everyone is having such a wonderful time. 

On Friday night, I sprained my ankle pretty bad, which made for a miserable Saturday morning jog. I grimaced and limped through it. But I made it and the streak continued. 15 years in, I can't remember all of the painful jogs throughout the streak. I looked up one of them, Day 591, April 21st 2010. On that day, I was hit by a car on a bike ride, pre-jog. I don't remember it being as painful as described, but based upon the photo of my knee, I guess it was!

http://runningfor28years.squarespace.com/journal/2010/4/21/kevin-day-59110220.html

The streak is a great symbol and reminder that with the right mindset and commitment, you can accomplish so much. Running for 15 days in a row is impressive, 15 months is awesome, 15 years... I don't know, but I think it's pretty damn good. How have I not had a day that I was physically flat out unable to run in 15 years? It's cool to know that I've been able to retain my health to a level that this has been doable for so long. And, part of that reason is the actual streak. By making the commitment, I have forced myself to stay in shape. I'm so far in that I can't stop now. I can't believe I haven't had a single day without exercise in 15 years. I really don't think about it that much.

Anyways, looking forward to today's jog after reminsicing a bit. Hope you all have a great week.