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Ray Wallin October 2nd, 2011 at 15:31
Michele,
After the half marathon today I had some free time and I googled the name “michelle sun”. I found your blog. I read most of the entries in your blog today and I just wanted to say I really enjoyed it. I can see that you are a very passionate, insightful and inspirational person. I hope you keep “blogging” so that I can enjoy your thoughts in the future.
Ray Wallin
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Ray Wallin October 5th, 2011 at 21:38
Another great observation on how we live our lives everday. I was in a meeting today – texting to my friend, talking to the person next to me and listening to the presenter all at the same time. why? not sure why I cannot give my attention to one task at a time but sure wish I could.
Ray Wallin
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Ray Wallin October 5th, 2011 at 21:41
BTW, i poured my cereal this morning, got involved in getting ready for work and then forgot to eat the bowl of cereal. The bowl, filled with cereal, was still sitting on the counter when I returned from work this evening. Boy was i hungry at lunch and I am surprised the dog didn’t eat it.
Ray
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ray wallin February 1st, 2012 at 16:47
Maybe runnng will help. U r so vulnerable that a new relationship would not be advised. Attitude is everthing in this situation.
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ray wallin April 8th, 2012 at 08:13
Michele,
Does the last sentence have a double meaning?
Also, a good way to describe the risk in a new relationshipWell done!
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ray wallin April 19th, 2012 at 21:20
In reading your recent poems I was wondering are they directed at a certain person or are they intended for a wider audience? You have such intensity of emotion and feeling. And, your insights into relationships is excellent.
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ray wallin April 19th, 2012 at 21:22
I learn so much from you. How do you know so mu h? Personal experience or just natural insights?
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Hi Michele,
I came across the article while browsing through your site this morning in response to your comment on my post.
It’s a very uplifting and genuine article Michele – I saw a movie some years back – “What women want” starring Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt and I am remembering a scene where Mel Gibson is doing an Ad Presentation for Nike and the scene cuts to the ad of a woman out jogging. Your article reminds me of that scene where its just you and the road you are running on….
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Hi there,
I am a person who don’t do much exercise but just do yoga most of the time. Do you think it’s possible for me to participate in the Tokyo Marathon next year if I start to train up myself now?
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Hi Michele!
What a coincidence! Thanks for stopping by my blog to tell me.
The reason I signed up was I was seeing all this traffic on my blog to that old race report and so I knew it must be coming up..found out it wasn’t fun and signed up!
So in a way you caused me to be in the race too 8)
Glad you had a great race!… your friend Max, whoa, he is one fast dude.
Yes, you have to be more picky about road races..sometimes I like the huge thing but mostly I like smaller-ish ones. For PR race CIM is pretty close and can’t be beat! Not a beautiful course but fast and uncrowded. I found Eugene also had a small town feel but was well run.
Happy running!
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“Found out it wasn’t fun”
should be
“Found out it wasn’t full”
Silly computers. 8/
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Lyndon Mccoil July 24th, 2012 at 20:51
I love to visit train stations, specially the older train stations. It really gives me some sort of Nostalgia during the old days.`::,;
With appreciation
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Jon Malamud September 25th, 2012 at 21:45
Hi, I like your blog and thank you for your thoughts. I also just got my notice that I made the Tokyo marathon. This is my first and i am going to walk, light jog it. I saw your note on a beginner training program. Would you mind sharing the program with me?
Good luck in your training.
Jon
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Michele, thanks for your fantastic write-up about the Tokyo Marathon. I’ll be there in 2013 as a member of the Marathon Tours group. I’ll have to order some Amino Vital for my long training runs.
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Jon Malamud January 7th, 2013 at 21:08
Michele. Wll you be here in Tokyo. I have been training a lot but i am not really running as much as I wanted to and am still mainly walking. With 46 days left, i need to get more running in. Gambatte!
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Jon Malamud January 22nd, 2013 at 10:07
Good luck. Ii live herr so feel free to call out for any emergency issue
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Jon Malamud January 28th, 2013 at 23:29
Michele, i am so impressed with your self-awareness and recognition of the value of life’s curveballs. I live near the start line and while I am sure that I will be in K block while you are likely to be elsewhere, lets think about meeting up while you are here for a mutually supporting herbal tea or a GU gel for fun?
In any event, please come to Tokyo as your experience from last year seemed to be a very good time for you. This is such a wonderful country with so many generous warm people. Gambatte! (Good luck)
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Jon Malamud January 28th, 2013 at 23:33
BTW, USA ATM cards can be used astheseveral Citibank branches located inTokyo. Their website is in english and will give you good directions. Also, Shinsei Bank and Japan Post Bank (Yucho Bank) will also accept foreign ATM cards.
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Jon Malamud February 4th, 2013 at 22:03
I do count myself lucky to have stumbled upon your blog a few months ago. Your inner turmoil is quite familiar to me as i am trying for my first marathon ever and i am hardly a runner much less a fet runner. You have made the right choice to come to Tokyo to get theyellow shirt and medal.
I am sure that I will bein the last block so i probably will not ever meet you but I will get great emotional help knowing someone who us running ahead of me!
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Hi Michelle,
I’ll be running TM2013, I think i am going to start at the last corral, may i know how long it takes to clear the corral? Also, they have enforcement on all check points…so i have to run faster to catch up those lost mins in the waiting corral? Thanks in advance
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Adrian February 8th, 2013 at 10:01
Hi,
Thank you for the prompt reply! Yeah, will pace my run and not overwhelm by the adrenaline rush. Does the check point timing give like mins allowance or on the dot?! Thanks
Regards
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Adrian February 8th, 2013 at 17:13
Ya, quite confirm is last coral! Last timing was around 5:30hr. Last couple of questions.
1: what’s like running in the cold cos i’m from a tropical country?! Does it makes the run easier?
2: what is the best running attire for the run? I was trying to put on comp tights while running here but felt uncomfortable. I really hope can wear split shorts instead and a thermal comp top.
Sorry for all the troubles! Thanks
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Adrian February 10th, 2013 at 05:29
Hi,
Thank you so much for the infos, cant get much answer from the website. Hope to see you around the race ya!
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Jon Malamud February 18th, 2013 at 14:52
Great that you now focused on the possibilities that a “reset” affords. I am in this marathon for a “reset” goal and can feel some of the anxity you have expressed. Good onya (as the aussies say)”. Good luck next week and see you(with the other 36,000 in three days at the Expo,
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Useful stuff, but the theme do not display correctly on my Powerbook…maybe you should check that out. Thanks, anyway.
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Is there an entry system for fast runners as in other major marathons e.g. NY, Chicago, london
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Dustin Donohue May 19th, 2013 at 22:53
Congrats on your finish Michele. I am jealous, I’d love to do this race too.
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My dear, you are a strong strong woman. I can’t imagine being in your shoes. Thank you for sharing your story with us. Praying that this surgery leaves you an even stronger person, mentally, physically and spiritually.
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Hi Michele,
Good luck on your journey. It looks like a tough path, but then again – you will make it to the end. You are, after-all, a runner…
Any idea when you would be able to run again (without a walker)?
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What a great writeup Michele!
How did you reserve a cell phone before your arrival at Narita airport? Do you remember the site url? Thanks Scott
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Mike Williams November 9th, 2014 at 22:03
Awesome Michele. You are amazing. And you deserve that race, because it’s amazing too…here’s to next year.
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Great story Michele…about 30 of us from Ireland are running Rotherham this year. Found your account very helpful, some of us worried about the cut off point.
Really looking forward to it now.
Thank-you,
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Michele,
I have no doubt in my mind that you will accomplish this goal, one that many of us only dream of. You are an inspiration to all around you. When the adrenaline wears off, your feet and body ache (because they will) and your food no longer fuels, just remember. Angels will carry you. They did once, a scary time not too long ago. They will again. I will be with you in spirit. You are my answered prayer remember? -
Hi Michelle,
Best of luck this Saturday! Hope to bump into you on the trails. Pacing my friend Kami for her last 20 miles or so. Have a fun run, you’re going to do awesome!!! Mind over matter girlie, just like when we were climbing that never ending steps at the TNF 50k last December and finished like a Rock Star!!! ๐
Big love!
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Announcement — the Spartan race entry goes to Nicole from MA. I’ll email you the comp code, and have fun ๐
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Beautiful! There is depth in those verses. It doesn’t quite sound like you but then again…Love it!
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It has been an amazing year Michele! And you accomplished so much! I can’t/won’t do Zion without you so let’s do it in 2018!
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I also tried ultramarathon, and like you I also experienced a hell even when I was just training. But finishing the track even without winning a place is one of my best experiences ever.
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Hi Michele,
Way to go on your Fuji marathon! I actually just registered to run the race for this November and wanted to ask you for any tips and guidance in terms of getting to and from the race from inns/hotels around that you might recommend? This would be my first marathon in Japan and I am a bit at a loss in terms of navigating my way as a foreigner! Thanks in advance! -
Wow, thanks for your reply! For some reason I didn’t see your message until I checked your site again. I haven’t booked a hotel yet as I’ve noticed how pricey they are near the race, yikes! I will definitely consider the options you suggested. I do have a question regarding the race bib pick-up. I see that the expo is for the Saturday before from 1-6PM. Is there a way I can pick this up sooner without having to go to the place (I forget the address) to get it? Thanks again!
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Dustin February 22nd, 2018 at 07:04
You go Michele! you got this you badass! Look forward to reading about your adventures.
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Great to finally see this Two years Later!!!!
Thanks so much for such a detailed race report!
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