The more compassionate you are, the happier you are -- Dalai Lama Well that's food for thought, isn't it? Be compassionate and feel happier. How did September go? Let's see! Lots of time by the water & on the trails Getting in scheduled runsIt wasn't always easy -- when is it ever? -- even with … Continue reading Compassion: September 2022
Hiking
Looking for Color: 9/26 – 10/2 WRD
While I didn't get a major reaction to the booster, it seems it's not done with me. This week I alternated between feeling okay and not okay, but I got my runs in and also got an easy hike in as well. I am trying to catch the Fall color, but yes, it's early days … Continue reading Looking for Color: 9/26 – 10/2 WRD
More firsts: 8/29 – 9/4 WRD
Despite the very warm stay at my moms, I rallied back this week -- which still only meant two days of running, but it is what it is. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and grateful to be feeling better -- I think some cooler weather for a couple of days helped; … Continue reading More firsts: 8/29 – 9/4 WRD
Compassion: August 2022
It's easy to give cheerfully when life is going relatively well. It's more difficult in difficult situations, but I am working on it and this quote is a great reminder! How did August go? Let's see! Getting in scheduled runsAs mentioned in my goals, I'm still pretty much winging it. I got to almost the … Continue reading Compassion: August 2022
It’s been a tough week on the old body: 8/15 – 21 WRD
A daytrip, friend gatherings, and a race. We did go from beautiful in the beginning of the week, which is why I made a last minute decision to get out of town a bit, to very hot and humid this week. Good thing I've been working hard on my mental game! I also sliced my … Continue reading It’s been a tough week on the old body: 8/15 – 21 WRD
Oh Deer!: 8/8 – 14 WRD
There seemed to be deer everywhere I looked this week: in my neighborhood, where I ran, and where I stopped on the way to visit my mom -- deer sightings three days in a row. Despite all the sightings, the only photo I took was not even worth sharing. Y'all know what deer look like. … Continue reading Oh Deer!: 8/8 – 14 WRD
Compassion: July 2022
Compassion is the wish to see others free from suffering. -- Dalai Lama The above quote rang really true for me. Not just for my mom, either. We'll leave it at that. How did July go? Let's see! Getting in scheduled runsRunning was going pretty well until we got to the second half of July … Continue reading Compassion: July 2022
Explorer: 6/27 – 7/3 WRD
A week at home felt good. Tomorrow I will spend the holiday with my mom, but just the day and will have Mr. Judy on hand to help with the driving. It was a good week for a little local exploring! It all started in this backyard 6 years ago In other news it's Bandit's … Continue reading Explorer: 6/27 – 7/3 WRD
Compassion: June 2022
There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up. -- John Holmes Compassion continues to be a struggle. So I picked a great word for me, right? It's not that I'm not compassionate, just that I'm human. How did June go? Let's see! Getting in scheduled runsRunning continued to … Continue reading Compassion: June 2022
In a Holding Pattern: 5/30 – 6/5 WRD
Pretty much every day I had no idea if I'd be home, or heading towards my moms. As you read this I probably am -- but I put all that uncertainty to good use and got in 4 runs this week, going up to 8 miles. I actually doubled my weekly mileage from the previous … Continue reading In a Holding Pattern: 5/30 – 6/5 WRD
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