After a whirlwind month of traveling, I finally had a chance to sit down and tackle my inbox. I was relieved to finally find my certification of guaranteed entry into the 2012 New York City Marathon. I worked really hard to secure my spot, and I am truly looking forward to my first attempt at a full marathon.

• Event: 2012 ING New York City Marathon
• Sponsor: New York Road Runners
• Date: Sunday, November 4, 2012 (Wave Start) 
• Location: The Five Boroughs of New York City 
• Distance: 26.2 (My FIRST Marathon)
• Course Type: Road Race (Point-to-Point)
• Cost: $216 (NYRR Guaranteed Entry)
• Deadline: April 2021

The biggest thing holding me back from completing my registration at the time being is my lack of funds. I am working hard to avoid adding additional charges on my credit card, so in the mean time, I just need to save up little by little (and before the end of March).