The Road to Carthage--May 10th, 2017

Ideally, I'd like to chase my unicorn in October, preferably late in October when the weather is cooler.  But sometimes life throws a situation too good to pass up.

In June of 1844, Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum, journeyed from Nauvoo, IL. to Carthage MO.  It would be their last mortal journey.  While in Carthage, they were attacked by a mob and killed for their beliefs and the refusal to compromise said beliefs.  They are heroes in my mind.

In May, 2017, runners will have the opportunity to follow part of the path trod by these two amazing men on a marathon course that will run from Nauvoo, IL to Carthage, MO.  I plan to be a part of that race.

Am I ready to catch the unicorn?  I have asked myself that at least 100 times, in the last 2 days.  Some days I look at my training and think, "Yes! I'll go for it."  Other days I'll finish a tough workout and think, "There is no freakin' way."  I guess, as with all things, time will tell.

But for now, I'll continue to chase; and not just the Boston Unicorn, but I will chase the dreams, dedication, sacrifice, integrity, honor, courage love, humility and (in a word) Greatness of Joseph and Hyrum as I follow literally in their foot steps from the steps of the Nauvoo Temple to the gate of the Carthage jail.  I may or may not catch my unicorn along this path but the more I think about great men and their legacy, the more I come to understand that some unicorns are more important and longer lasting than seven minute miles.