Monday, December 22, 2008

Snow!

This week has been entertaining at best running in the most snow we've seen here in Northwest Washington in many years! Joe and I ran a marathon in 3-5 inches Saturday in Renton. What a kick! More later.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Life



It is funny how life takes shape. The benefits of a simple life are coming into play every day.
The value of friendship: I am lucky enough to share with the Northwest Goddess of the Marathon and a kindrid spirit.

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Birch Bay Ghost


Yesterday's Birch Bay Ghost just reminded me of why I love this sport. The day before, my good friend Rob and I talked about the run and chose to ride together. We met for coffee and were off to the event. When we arrived, T.C., Shawn, Van, and Sarah were arriving too and we all chose to start early. We gathered at Scott's van and off we went, taking a breif look at the clock on the way out (not important to us it seemed and I loved that). As the morning took shape, the sun came out and we had a magnificant view of the mountains before us to the north. T.C. and I ran along discussing life's challenges, running, and anything else that came to mind. Enjoyed it very much. Scott's aid stations are like ultra stations with goodies and self serve H20 and Coke (my favorite in a long run). We arrived at the cars and the wind and cold began to get us right away! Rob came in shortly after, and he Terry and I went to get the reward for a long race, COFFEE! Rob and I headed out after that, and had a great ride home chatting about the run we were just able to do. I feel privilidged to be able to be a part of this sport, and can't wait for the next one!

Tuesday, December 2, 2008



Day 2 of my first double marathon. This picture was taken at the Ghost of Seattle Marathon on Saturday. This is about mile 23 or so. I never thought a double would work out like this. It wasn't that hard. Spoke with my friend Rob, and he said the same thing. Just goes to show that no miles are "junk" miles. Could've done a triple afterall!
Had a blast on day 1 with Joe just cruising along talking and enjoying the trails in Gig Harbor at the Wishbone "ultra". 27.5 miles I guess.
Next up is the Birch Bay Ghost if I am able to do it after flying back from Orlando, Florida the night before. We will see. If not, Pigtails is the next weekend.
Had an absolute blast watching the rock star Annie Theissen win the Seattle Marathon, and wouldn't have traded the chance to congratulate her at the end for anything!