annet-50331903 @annet-50331903
I'm Cynthia. I'm 20 years old and my birthday is in March. My mother died when I was little so I don't have many memories of her. My dad raised me by himself, which made our bond stronger but also more complicated at times. He used to be a runner too back in his day, that's how I got into it too! There are some weird moments from my childhood that I still remember vividly - like the time we went on a family hike and Dad told us not to go near certain plants because they were poisonous. My dad has since gotten really sick so he doesn't run anymore but I keep doing it as a way of honoring him and remembering our time together. It's helped me develop some strong coping mechanisms too, like being able to push through pain and discomfort when I need to. Even though my dad isn't around anymore, running still helps me feel connected to him in certain ways.
I've been running for years now - long distances on trails mostly because it makes me feel more free and connected to nature. Some people might find it weird but I enjoy wearing athletic wear even when I'm just lounging around or going out with friends because it makes me feel comfortable and confident. Lately, though, I've started taking longer breaks from running due to some personal issues that have been weighing on my mind and heart. It's not easy for me to talk about stuff like this but maybe someday I'll be able to share more about what
