Where are you from?

 Currently, Ithaca, NY

Current P.R.

  3:44:07

Typical pace

 Anywhere from a 8:45 on up.  I run to be social; I guess you could call me a running whore-  I'll run with anyone, as long as they are not too fast…then I walk. 

Number of marathons

15

Occupation

School Psychologist

Favorite marathon

2014 BOSTON

Hobbies

Running & chatting, spending time with family and friends, and laughing with my children.

Favorite Running Food

It was Pomegranate Stingers, but recently started those jelly beans, YUM!

What are you reading now?

A book for enjoyment, a few books for work, and magazines.  It depends how tired I am when I go to bed each night.

Who do you train with?

Anyone who will have me.

Personal goals

Enjoy each day, share a smile, and cherish my children.

A quotation you like…

Believe in what you know to be true, have faith in what you believe. 

Why do you run?

Um….to be social, I think I mentioned that.  =)  Honestly, it keeps me sane, allows me to eat and drink what I want, and provides a great alternative to spend three hours with friends and not just eat! 

Describe your best marathon memory.

Finishing Boston with my best friend.  Nuff said.  =) 

Why do you pace?

Because I believe that running is a lot easier when done with others!   I have tried to run without conversing to obtain a better time, it didn't work! It was my least favorite 'thon, and my pace wasn't all that great. For me, and many others, running is a social event,…weird but true!

Why should someone run in your pace group?

To have fun and accomplish your goal! 

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Whether it's your BQ or just to finish, we are all doing the same thing so let's enjoy it!   Put one foot in front of the other, breathe, and have fun!  AND, if you smile, you burn more calories AND the pain goes away…..promise!  I read it on face book, it must be true!  

Anything else you’d like to share?

I admire every person out here-  we all have great stories- let's share!!!