I decided to run another race after my 26.2 three weeks prior to this one all for my dear friend on her first 13.1. My friend Maria has been running with me over the course of the year and even in my pregnant days, ha! We decided it was her time she was going to run a 13.1 race. Maria is a wonderful runner she needs to give herself lots of credit. The race that came up next for a 13.1 was the Chosen Marathon Race. It's for an excellent cause. I enjoy nothing more than serving in my community, volunteer work, donating, and giving my time.