I didn't say "I can't."

(NEW YORK TIMES) - At a news conference in Manhattan on Thursday, Pena appeared in a black suit without sunglasses and explained through a Spanish interpreter that while he was trapped, "I was running to be an active participant in my own salvation. I wasn't just waiting around."
I didn't get out for my long run yesterday. I was supposed to do 12 miles but my early morning window of opportunity (I was at a conference all weekend) was being pounded by relentless rain. "Ok, tomorrow then," I postponed.

So, my plan is to run tonight after work. But grumbling to myself about the persistent cold rain and wind, I again thought about just letting this week pass without a long run.

And then, as if right on cue, I received an email this morning from QB containing the below link. If you were as riveted as I was by the rescue of the Chilean miners you will know that one miner ran 6 miles everyday as a way to cope - an inspiring accomplishment acknowledged by the prestigous New York Marathon who invited Pena to participate in the event which took place this past weekend.

"The message here is I found a way to run," he said. "I didn't say I can't."

Thanks for the perspective, Pena. I am grateful to feel the rain at all.
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/olympics/2010-11-04-chilean-miner-nyc-marathon_N.htm