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 in addition to the guy who can't find a parking space, I have another service tech in to work on another instrument (yes, all my instruments came due for a PM at the same time). This guy I love, because he's incredibly smart, knows his stuff backwards and forwards, and he's incredibly good-natured and high energy.
Which means that we just spent the last 20 minutes talking about books, and now I have six or seven new authors to check out.
Parking space guy just sort of sat around and listened ...
Morning! I have Pilates and 5 recovery miles tonight.
HopesMom, you work with the funniest characters...
Damaris
As part of the 2024 London Marathon, I am fundraising for VICTA, a charity that helps blind and visually impaired children. My mentor while in law school, Jim K (a blind attorney), has been a huge inspiration and an example of courage and perseverance. Please consider donating.
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I needed to burn off some emotional energy, so did a 6 mile tempo run in town. Stopping for lights and a bathroom and water stop helped make the pace feel easier, but I kept the pace for 3 miles or so.