Merry Christmas... so what'd you get? (Read 1001 times)

Got lots of running crap. Family just doesn't understand that all I need is a top and a bottom (clothes) socks and a pair of shoes. That's IT. I don't need anything else. "We got it at a running store so it must be great right?" is the attitude I get from them I guess I should appreciate the effort and be glad that this shows they have accepted my running. Got two compression shirts with reflective tape. Actually according to the sizing I should have been able to get by with a size smaller... however the shirts are very unconfortable, I feel like I am wearing a corset. I tought I liked compression cloths. I was mistaken though, I like form fitting cloths NOT compression (there is a diffrence). How again is clothing supposed to give you more athletic power? Got a magnetic light that is supposed to attach to my clothes somewhere. (jury still out on this one) Got reflective bands to go around my wrists or ankles. Does my family want me to look like a Christmas tree when I run down the road? Also got a fanny pack. Didn't have one before becuase I don't take anything when I run. I might slip a couple dollars in my pockete for a drink and I might carry a couple gu's but that is it! Got a pair of gloves... I already had tried the same type and found they didn't work for me. and finnally some pepper spray, this one I actually asked for... however I only have a confrontation with a dog every couple weeks or so, is it really worth carry around all the time for those few occasions? *mta* o yea and some weird folding ear muff things So what'd you get?

So what'd you get?

Nothing.

Gloves, hat, jacket, socks! All gear I need and all gear I love! MTA: Oh yeah, and Spirit of the Marathon! Not really gear, but I really wanted to see it and always had class during the local screenings!

lucky you!

Gave nothing and received nothing. Which is really much more true to the core of observing Christ's mass than all the gift buying, stressing, giving and receiving. Ironic, eh, that I don't observe said mass.

I got a kick ass new pair of Asics which I really needed, a ton of running sport socks (which I also needed) and a Garmin 305, which I didn't really need, but will enjoy playing with. I don't observe said mass either...but I'll take the gifts ...additionally, my rules include never buying anyone anything they ask for...it's really awesome when you get someone something they love, and they were truly surprised. Giving stuff is my favorite part!

New running shorts and socks. The shoes will be bought by me tomorrow or Saturday.

I got to spend x-mas eve and then all x-mas day with family. I drank lots of good beer and ate way to much food. Chris_So_Cal Sorry to say, I didn't get any 'crap' from my family. I did get a little cash, a gift card and a couple thoughtful presents by people who made an attempt to get me something they thought I would like, and they did a good job. The only running stuff I got was a pair of sneakers. I bought them on ebay and had my wife regift them to me by the kids. They are the same ones I wear now and are on clearance. Next year have your family read this thread and then you won't have to worry about all the useless running crap they went out & believed you'd enjoy. I think you'll get more of what you need, some cheese.

peace.