Singer who runs a smidge
The "Penguin" daily threads were originally conceived to emphasize that all members of the community have a place on the boards. Encouragement, motivation, a little love nip (you will love one, give it a try!) or even a little kick in the pants when needed -- it can happen here. Basically, we celebrate just getting out there and moving our tails! What is "slow"? "Slow" is a perception but one of the common benchmarks is the 10:00/mi pace; but there's no firm line. In fact, there are many of us that have slipped past this, and just hope that no one notices and revokes their "igloo privileges." And some penguins don't run at all, we just hang out for the company! It can be confusing for the forum newbies, but we're not one of the teams in any of the fine games. It's a totally open group, so stop lurking, post an introduction of yourself dive in and join the fun! No application necessary! There might even be a lovely picture for Scotty (we love pics!)
When it's all said and done, no one remembers how far we have run. The only thing that matters is how we have loved.
So I usually just pick the most interesting out of the day's holidays. Today I'm going for the most important, which (IMHO) is National Diversity Day. In a time where it seems that you don't matter unless you're an old white man, I will put on my politics and say that we are better when we celebrate and appreciate our differences. Differences in race, gender, culture, color, size, financial status, religious beliefs, let's celebrate it all!!
Ok, off my soapbox.
I'm really glad it's Friday, and secretly glad I don't have quartet rehearsal tonight, because I'm tired. Though I wouldn't be so tired if I had quartet rehearsal tonight, because I wouldn't have had it on Wednesday.
Anyway, I'm glad it's Friday.
Former Bad Ass
Well said, HopesMom!
I have Pilates and 3 miles tonight.
Damaris