The Final, Final Goodbye: 5/3 – 9 WRD

~ Chocolaterunsjudy

Although we said goodbye to my Dad over a year ago, Monday we are laying him to rest, near his parents and his first born son (who died before I was born) and some other relatives. I hope this gives my Mom closure — although we don’t expect that she’ll be there, we know it bothered her that he hadn’t been laid to rest completely.

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I’m joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and recounting a strong running week. I was sure I’d be on the treadmill one day, but thankfully the weather held for me.

Workouts update

  • Monday: Yoga (10 min), 3 miles + Dogwalk
  • Tuesday: Yoga (50 min), Dogwalk, PB ST (25 min), Yoga (20 min)
  • Wednesday: Yoga (20 min),  3 miles easy, Yoga (40 min)
  • Thursday: Yoga (20 min), Dogwalk, Filmed Yoga Video (60 min), PB ST (25 min)
  • Friday: Yoga (40 min), Dogwalk
  • Saturday: Yoga (20 min), 4.5 miles easy, Yoga (20 minutes)
  • Sunday: Yoga (20 min), some light walking/ hiking on the way down, hopefully

Running Mileage: 10.5 (+1.5)

JY = Jasyoga
PB = Killer B
TM = Treadmill
YFR = Yoga for Runners*
WU = warmup
CD = cooldown
SB = Stationary Bike
YFPR = Yoga for Pain Relief
YTU = Yoga Tune Up Lower Body*

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Running Update

Some pretty flowers for your Mother’s Day

Monday Intention: recover
Yet another week when I have to cram in my runs to some degree, so back to back runs again. I’m not running long, so it’s much easier to do. Took it nice and easy and counted the Robins: a record 47!

Probably because I started counting at the very beginning of my run — there were 17 just on my block! I’m sure there were a few double counted because I loop around several roads in my neighborhood. Plus a handful of crows, a plethora of UFOs (of the feathered variety), and 1 squirrel.

Thanks for the painted stones to brighten my day!

Wednesday Intention: just easy miles
I had totally planned to run on the mill with the forecast for showers, but they mostly held off in the morning; I just got drizzled on slightly the last mile. I forgot to start counting the Robins at the beginning of my run, but ended up with 35, a couple of crows, 1 squirrel.

On our dog walk on Tuesday I saw a hawk and we saw a woodpecker up close — we hear them all the time, I’ve seen them occasionally, but I’ve never had such a good view of one before.

Nice negative splits today and the run felt pretty good — no doubt the chilly temps helped.

More red tulips, Zenaida!

Sunday Intention: increase distance
I don’t dig the cooler temps for Spring (and all the rain), but the cooler temps totally feel great for running — and that rain helps the flowers. My pace bounced around all over the place, but I extended the run more than I expected to, although it’s still obviously a relatively short run.

I felt really strong the whole run, though. The extra rest I took post vaccine seems to have really helped my running. I stopped counting at 50 Robins, there were lots of crows, a couple of squirrels, and a chipmunk — and a cardinal I saw in our backyard earlier in the morning.

Happy Mother’s Day for the mother’s out there — more pretty flowers for you!

Favorites of the week
All the flowers. We didn’t get a whole lot of sun this week, there was wind, there was rain, and the temps were chilly — but like I said, that made for some good running.

Don’t know what happened to this nest. Poor momma bird.

Saw this next outside in our yard yesterday. I can’t help but wonder what went down.

Think the squirrel is thirsty?

So this squirrel. I spied him out on our deck, and grabbed my phone. The squirrel seemed to know I was taking its picture and kept racing back and forth.

Cheeky fellow!

He jumped off the pallet onto the rail and then jumped into the pine tree! I was impressed!

I was going through a box of old photos yesterday. I have a roomate from college I’ve wanted to contract, but for the life of me I couldn’t remember her last name — and definitely not her married name. In the box there was a card from her — voila! Married name. I tracked her down in just a few minutes after that (which is a bit scary, no?).

We reconnected and messaged back and forth for a while. It had been probably 35 years since I’ve seen her. We’re hoping to connect IRL at some point in the future. Her son also went to Vassar College; my parents house was behind the golf course. I used to run to the campus all the time when my parents still lived in that house.

Finally we meeting up with most of my immediate family (masked, although most of us are vaccinated) for mother’s day, and then Mr. Judy and I are headed down to Long Island, where the cemetery is. We’ll be on the road most of the day, so I’ll be late commenting.

What animals do you see the most in your neighborhood? 

How was your Mother’s Day if you celebrate?

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mothers!

GWY Heart Chakra

ICYMI: Got tech neck? Hunched shoulders? This Yin Yoga practice is focused on Anahata, your Heart Chakra, and will help you open up — both physically and emotionally. You’ll find the video here.

Coming up on Tuesday: I’ve got a new Spring challenge for you! On Friday I’ll share five tips to up your mental game.

35 thoughts on “The Final, Final Goodbye: 5/3 – 9 WRD”

  1. Such beautiful pics, Judy! Way to go on all that robin counting LOL I have seen a few, but they seem to be avoiding me (or my phone). I see a lot of squirrels, and I’m totally alright with that (I have a fondness for for little furry critters). I’ll be thinking of you and your family today; hugs to all of you ❤

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  4. We have so many squirrels. The occasional deer and fox. Lots of birds. I’ve noticed walking Scooby early in the morning that some must sleep in small piles of leaves by the sidewalk, as we wake them/startle them as we walk by. They always take me by surprise.

    I hope you have a good visit with your Mom and nice service for your Dad.

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  6. I cannot imagine counting birds. But obviously it’s a fun distraction.

    I usually pay attention to the flowers. Obviously. I run listening to a podcast when alone and during my long runs I chat away.

    Hope your ocean views. Hope the weather is good

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  11. Well, it’s definitely spring where you are! Love the pics of flowers and bird sightings.
    I’ll be thinking about you and your family tomorrow. A sad occasion, but hoping it will give you and your mom some peace. And I hope you enjoy your gathering for Mother’s Day!

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  12. That story about the squirrel was so funny. We definitely have a few squirrels like that around my house.

    I’ve been thinking of you and your family this weekend. I’m glad that you’re able to reconnect and see some family members in person but hate that it’s for such a sad occasion.

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    1. Thanks, Marcia. Running has been much better lately. It’s finally getting more Spring like so now I just have to make the effort to get out there earliest — or pick the right outfit!

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  15. I never see that many animal on my runs. I see mostly dogs (which I try to get away from because they bark a lot) and cats (which I want to pet). I hope this weekend goes well with the family.

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  16. Hoping that you all find peace with the service for your dad.

    I LOVE that you actually counted the robins on your runs! We don’t see those here in town, but there are plenty of ducks at the park, and swans. And of course, sheep, horses and cows. Sometimes we’ve even seen Alpacas. I am a huge fan of animal spotting on the run.

    lovely that you got in touch with your friend! hopefully soon you can reconnect in person!

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