Why Run a Marathon

Can anyone tell me why I want to run a marathon?

I started this running thing 2 and 1/2 years ago...not really as a midlife crisis thing, I just started on a whim and I really enjoy running..... but why do I want to train and actually run 26.2 miles??

I have been contemplating making the commitment for an October marathon this year.
Sitting here staring at an 18 week training program that will get me ready.  Some of the training runs will be 17, 18, 19 and 20 mile excursions.  Why do I want to do this?
Why haven't I signed up and paid my entry fee yet?

What am I afraid of?  The training? No. Fear of failure? Maybe. Just do it Mark!  Lots of people run marathons.  You can do it.  Think of how great it will feel.  Not to impress anyone else.....just to feel the accomplishment....It will Feel so Good.  I will be a "Marathoner".

What is FEAR anyway?
False
Expectations
Appearing
Real

I remember when I lined up at my first 5K starting line.  I felt fear with that.  Fear of looking foolish.  I didn't think I belonged with all of the other runners.  Well look at me now.  Multiple 5Ks, 10Ks, a 15K and 3 Half marathons later.

I do belong!  I am a runner.  This is what I enjoy.  Not sure why, but I enjoy the whole process.  I am going to Feel so Good.

See you at the Finish line in October!!