I'll lead with the bad. Finally got Bandit in for a recheck on Thursday and the news was not good: he's in heart failure. Although my gut told me this when the cough first worsened so dramatically, since she didn't seem to pick up on anything on that first visit I was lulled into a … Continue reading Here we go again: 6/12 – 18 WRD
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Smoke gets in my eyes: 6/5 – 11 WRD
It was all about the air quality this week. I'll share a photo towards the end showing you how bad it got at its height. A good reminder to never take anything for granted! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and trying to enjoy outdoor running, but a little foiled by the … Continue reading Smoke gets in my eyes: 6/5 – 11 WRD
Mini heat wave: 5/29 – 6/4 WRD
I didn't realize I'd have to implement my new plan to (maybe) run twice a week and do a cycling workout twice a week so soon -- but this week went sideways quickly. Bandit's cough has been becoming more frequent, but the day after Memorial Day he became a honking goose. Sigh. Like Chester & … Continue reading Mini heat wave: 5/29 – 6/4 WRD
Sunny Skies Ahead: 5/22 – 28 WRD
Just rebuilding my base, and considering how I want to stay fit going forward. I've been toying with the idea of alternating weeks with 2 runs and the next 3 runs, filling in with cycling (indoors, since I still don't like real bikes!). Haven't decided yet. Meanwhile Mother Nature is gifting us some spectacular weather, … Continue reading Sunny Skies Ahead: 5/22 – 28 WRD
Back at it (a little): 5/15 – 21 WRD
Alternate title: Baby Steps My Garmin tells me I got enough intensity minutes this week. You know how you're supposed to get about 150 intensity minutes, and if you run, even low mileage, you are way beyond that. I found it hard to believe that I had enough even before today's run, but I'll take … Continue reading Back at it (a little): 5/15 – 21 WRD
Yet another zero week: 5/8 – 14 WRD
I really couldn't understand why I wasn't feeling better. I mean, four COVID tests were negative (I even took a fifth one, but it was a dud and didn't even have a control line). I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and another week with a whole lotta rest. The good news is … Continue reading Yet another zero week: 5/8 – 14 WRD
Exploring NC: 4/25 – 5/7 WRD
If you follow me on Facebook (here) you now know that we visited North Carolina. While there was no running, there was lots of activity! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and staying active without running. Workouts updateWalking, Pilates, Yoga, Hiking. I did actually take running clothes. I only took two pairs … Continue reading Exploring NC: 4/25 – 5/7 WRD
Crashed & Burned: 4/17 – 23 WRD
Or is that burned & crashed? I didn't injure myself, if that's what you're thinking. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and resting, resting, and more rest -- although by end of the week I was walking again and that felt good to both myself and Bandit. Workouts updateSome walking and some … Continue reading Crashed & Burned: 4/17 – 23 WRD
Suddenly Summer: 4/10 – 16 WRD
Yup, we jumped right over Spring and into Summer with several days of record breaking heat. Very reminiscent of when we moved in here 14 years ago (also in April). How did that go for me? Some perspective: today Facebook told me 2 & 9 years ago it snowed on this day I'm joining Kim … Continue reading Suddenly Summer: 4/10 – 16 WRD
Spring is blowing in?: 4/3 – 9 WRD
Wind and cold was definitely the name of the game this week and there were some short, brutal runs (but all were outside). This coming week looks gorgeous! To all that celebrate any holiday, may it be peaceful and filled with love. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and fighting that wind. … Continue reading Spring is blowing in?: 4/3 – 9 WRD
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