I live in central Wisconsin. I would really like to do the Chicago marathon one of these years. I've been too busy in pusuing some different dreams these days. But I still run every other day to keep my lungs in singing shape. I ran only one half marathon this year, but am considering a couple more this fall. I just ran a good eight miler about 45 minutes ago. My joints have taken a pounding over the years and I'm starting to limit how much I run. I've taken up more swimming instead. But there is nothing like running hard the wind in your face, and channeling all your aggression into it.
Let me know how you're coming along in your training. Maybe we can hit a race together sometime.