"It's been 22 days since my last blog..."

I can't believe that I haven't blogged in 22 days!! Things have been kinda busy for me lately--I've had two business trips to D.C. My training is going good, too. Not sure why I haven't blogged. My friend Pam mentioned my "vacation from blogging" the other night and that made me realize that I actually missed doing it. I've been reading everyone else's blogs but just didn't put in the effort to write my own. Hmm. Wonder what that says about me? :-)

This past Saturday, I was out of town and couldn't run with the group. I hated that, too, because I really look forward to seeing everyone. I think I do better with the group, as well. So, I had to put in my 10 miles in Vicksburg. My friends suggested the Military Park. OK. I've read Mark's blogs enough to know that there are some "hills from hell" in there and I wasn't sure if I wanted anything to do with that place. But, I decided to give it a shot. I mean after all--I AM a marathoner... I was pleasantly surprised with the way I ran. I felt strong and the park was really beautiful. I got there early so it was still cool. (The shade in places really helped, too. ) Some of those hills were very tough and yes I HAD to walk. I wouldn't want to run there every Saturday, but it was a nice change. I will say that my IPod was a really good thing to have.

Today, I got up at 6:45 and did my run. It was o.k. I still struggle with "runner's stitch." I seem to have it more often during the week than on Saturday's. I wonder why that is. Anyway, after my run, I ate breakfast and did some work in the yard. Later, we're supposed to go down the street to a pool party. That should feel good! :-)

Hope everyone is having a great Memorial Day. I look forward to seeing everyone Saturday, bright and early in Clinton.