Running with a Partner - Laziness foiled

For the last few years, I have been trying to get people to run.  Many of my friends are not as interested in getting in shape.  It was really kind of funny today.  I texted my friend that is starting to run to get in shape for the James River Splash and Dash that we are doing in July.  I was being a bit of a smart ass because I knew he didn't really want to start running this week.  

So... I was all set to go home and unwind and skip running today because I am a little worn out from the end of the school year. I got a response at 5 today. So are we going? And with a couple of muttered swears I ended up going to the track to encourage my friend and doing a speed workout for myself as he started his running program. So I guess, I can benefit from having a running partner. Look at me I am learning, growing, and a little less lazy.