Well Monday 30th May and the time came to do what I couldnt avoid any longer....my final 20 mile walk! 20 miles...even the sound of it was just arrrgggghhhhh. Even worse, I had to go straight from school and be back in time to pick Sam up from school.
So anyway, route planned I dropped Sam at school and set off on my way.
Started off as before, heading for Christchurch via Castle Lane. Popped into Tesco for a wee stop and a sandwich and scooted off again. Once I got to Christchurch it was unknown territory. Although only 8 miles in, we have always got to a certain point and then turned round and got home. This time, I was doing a big loop. I headed out of Christchurch towards Bournemouth International Airport, then to Parley, then to Hobby Craft and then home. I was aware that I was going at a cracking rate. Most of my miles were averaging under 15 minutes.
Was doing really well until mile 17. 3 miles from home and I hit my wall. My legs hurt, my feet hurt and I had no idea how I would do the last few miles. Still a few encouraging texts from family and friends and I did get home! I also did it in under 5 hours!!!
I really really hurt the next day though so I am dreading the after pains from 26 miles lol
So here we are. Its not 6th May 2012 and 6 sleeps to go. We have the route and final instructions on what to take and there is now nothing I can do until the day. I can feel the nerves starting to kick in and the adrenaline is starting to pump....
Next update will be after I have crossed the line....wish me luck!
