Saturday, December 20, 2008
In between storms
There was a nice little group this morning trying to get a decent run in between storms. It appears that a new guy is becoming a regular - welcome (back) to Al. Also Jenny, Judy, Elyse, Jill, Katie ran. I am sure Elyse and Jill were feeling a little let down after the "guest" runner appeared yesterday. I am still bummed I missed that. I wasn't happy when we started but at home I was glad I had did it. It improved my outlook for the day.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
A little cold this morning
It was cold this morning. Maybe I was thinking that -2 wasn't that bad when it actually is. I didn't put my face mask up all the way and midway through the run I couldn't listen to the conversation because I was starting to worry about frost bite. Or maybe it was because my ear drums were frozen. Needless to say by the time I got home (and looked in the mirror) my fears were gone.
I am looking for someone in the group to give the srewshoe method a try. This cheap way of preventing slipping in the winter was featured in Runner's World last month. Plus Ryan from Hillrunner sent me a comment with a website with instructions on how to do it. They say it doesn't ruin your shoes so you can keep on running in them after the snow and ice has melted away.
Facebook - so I am discovering the world of Facebook. I have been more of an observer the last few days. I am not quite sure how I want to participate or how much I have time for, but it is cool seeing what old friends are up too.
I am anxiously awaiting tomorrow. No, not because of snow, not because Mike is buying donuts, but I think he has SOMETHING up his sleeve. I know it will shock you - NOT MIKE! but I think it is true. He is more concerned than usual about whether or not we will be coming. Hmmmm
I am looking for someone in the group to give the srewshoe method a try. This cheap way of preventing slipping in the winter was featured in Runner's World last month. Plus Ryan from Hillrunner sent me a comment with a website with instructions on how to do it. They say it doesn't ruin your shoes so you can keep on running in them after the snow and ice has melted away.
Facebook - so I am discovering the world of Facebook. I have been more of an observer the last few days. I am not quite sure how I want to participate or how much I have time for, but it is cool seeing what old friends are up too.
I am anxiously awaiting tomorrow. No, not because of snow, not because Mike is buying donuts, but I think he has SOMETHING up his sleeve. I know it will shock you - NOT MIKE! but I think it is true. He is more concerned than usual about whether or not we will be coming. Hmmmm
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Peas and Hair
Running in the morning is so great because you learn of ways you can help your fellow runners/friends. Here are a couple to put on your goodwill list for the holiday season:
1. Deliver a bag of frozen peas to Bryan Friday afternoon. If you are wondering why, you will have to ask him. It is just too personal to put here..... but think about it - frozen peas - 3 kids.
2. Compliment Jenny. Not that this is normally hard to do, but the rumor is that she has a new hairdo. A man noticed it, so it must be very different.
3. Medical appointment for Christy. She is showing early signs of developing Tourette Syndrome. Throughout the run she says heel, heel, heel. No, she is not saying it to Mike. She knows he would not listen anyway. She is training our newest running partner - Belle. No not the vampire, Bryan's new dog.
4. No help needed. I think Mike has come a long way since he started running with us, so I will just let him bask in the glow of his achievements - like getting a REAL water bottle. After all, it is the little accomplishments that matter most in this holiday season.
5. Marathon punch card - similar to a golf punch card. Too bad these don't exist. Jill could use one. I think it might help with expenses when she runs 4 marathons next year.
It was a good run this morning. The snow was packed down for the most part so running was relatively easy (I said RELATIVELY). Temperature was a balmy 8.
1. Deliver a bag of frozen peas to Bryan Friday afternoon. If you are wondering why, you will have to ask him. It is just too personal to put here..... but think about it - frozen peas - 3 kids.
2. Compliment Jenny. Not that this is normally hard to do, but the rumor is that she has a new hairdo. A man noticed it, so it must be very different.
3. Medical appointment for Christy. She is showing early signs of developing Tourette Syndrome. Throughout the run she says heel, heel, heel. No, she is not saying it to Mike. She knows he would not listen anyway. She is training our newest running partner - Belle. No not the vampire, Bryan's new dog.
4. No help needed. I think Mike has come a long way since he started running with us, so I will just let him bask in the glow of his achievements - like getting a REAL water bottle. After all, it is the little accomplishments that matter most in this holiday season.
5. Marathon punch card - similar to a golf punch card. Too bad these don't exist. Jill could use one. I think it might help with expenses when she runs 4 marathons next year.
It was a good run this morning. The snow was packed down for the most part so running was relatively easy (I said RELATIVELY). Temperature was a balmy 8.
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