There were over 30 from Kilbarchan AAC which was a great. It was a fitting tribute to Stephen and I learnt a lot about him. I wouldn't say that Stephen was a close friend but we did chat regularly on our Monday and Wednesday night runs but mostly about running - races coming up, races done, injuries we might be struggling with etc.
But I didn't know too much about his work/family life so it was interesting to hear about that. The thing that struck me was when the Minister was talking about Stephen and his wife Eleanor's plans for the future. They have an apartment in Majorca and were planning to spend more time over there in the years to come. It's good and right and to plan for the future but we just never know.
Anyway I'm glad I went and meet Eleanor and other members of the family.
Just a quick update on my dilemma of whether to run again before the Hardmoors. I was all set to run tonight and then I talked to John and Chris amongst others and they encouraged me to stick it out and really let my chest recover.
So I'm still undecided but will not be running for a few more days at least if at all. I would like to get to the start with no or very little pain in my chest and the best way of doing that will be to not run at all though some (ie Tim) who thinks it won't make any difference anyway!
The test is going to be whether I can cough without discomfort - if I can I'll do a training run before the race and if not I'll wait.
The guesses are coming in so don't miss out!!
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