Arla - The PR thing. The only other 30k I've done was Pirates Cove back in March. It took me 5:00:05 to complete it, but there was so much unanticipated climbing! Plus, I got way behind on fuel that I ended up really nauseous and even dizzy. I'm going to tackle PC again next year to see how much better I do. I would really love to shave a half hour off my time for that run. I do most of my trail runs through Pacific Coast Trail Runs. They put on quality runs with great aid stations. You don't get a lot of swag, just a T-shirt, but I don't care about that. Wendell and Sarah are very nice people. I've found out about a lot of other runs by doing searches on the Internet and posting inquiries on the trail running and ultra forums here, as well as Kickrunners. FYI - You'll get a ton more info at kickrunners as they have a bigger ultra and trail running community. There's also a good trail running community on Runners World. When you do trail running, though, you have to throw out the window any previous ideas of pace, etc. If a trail runner averages a 14:00 or better pace, they're doing good (unless you're an elite runner). It's just a whole 'nother animal, but I find it much more stimulating and rewarding than road running. Also, you find that the trail running community is full of really nice and encouraging people. Rarely have I had a runner pass me without saying something encouraging. And trail runners will give up on their own goals for a race to help a runner in need. If you decide to start giving trail running a go, I recommend you purchase a pair of trail running shoes and gaiters. You can get some really cool gaiters at Dirty Girl Gaiters, and they're inexpensive. Also, I would definitely recommend the Desert High 30k for someone's first adventurous step toward ultra trail running. If you have any other questions, feel free to email me at fatozzig at yahoo dot com. And Kelly would also be a tremendous source of information.

Good morning, friends - Even though I had the best of intentions and was awake off and on since 3:30 , I didn't drag my butt out of bed for my cross training this a.m. I seem to always fall off the workout wagon the week after an event. Guess it's just my way of congratulating myself for all my hard work in the prior months (or, at least that's the excuse I like to use ). Anyway, I am thinking about working out after work if I get off early enough - but don't hold your breath.

Jewels - I had seen that video before, and it's hilarious. I always wonder how people come up with that stuff. Bud Light has radio commercials entitled "Real Men of Genius." OMG!! They are so funny! If you haven't heard them before, check this out: Real Men of Genius. Scroll down and there's a whole list of commercials to listen to. (I'm wasting time 'til I take our old man Fatso to the vet for a fluids fill-up.)

Hey there 40s+ 9 miles for me this morning. 3 miles at 10:09 pace, next 3 at 9:35 pace and last 3 at 9:00 pace. No work for me today. I'm gonna shower up and head to the big town. I've got a friend who plays in a band....they'll be playing at a club in Bricktown. Gonna check it out. "Gonna put on my pants, my coat and hat, my boots and smile... and go down town, tonite. All around the town, gonna check out all the sites. I'll be back in the morning, feelin' bad or good. Gonna do what I want but I won't do what I should."

Had a nice time last night with the boat operator Mark and his wife.They stayed for a beer and we talked for about an hour.They gave each of the boys a $250 gift card and really touching thank you cards. I think it meant a lot to Kyle and Chris. Mark's wife could not see that night that the boys had gone out in the canoe and for about 20-25 minutes was sure that Mark had drowned. Boy, I thought completing my first marathon was emotional, but that was puny compared to this. What a special Christmas for all involved.

Yes indeed, Joe. Evryday - Nice run! Hey, don't do anything I'd do while yer out tunight. Farmer Jim - Egads, that's cold! Cindy - Nice to hear from you, chickadee! If things work out right, I may be outta here about half an hour.

Go Jewels!!!! Just take it easy, you'll be ok, you've got a nice base! Arla

Joe... your kids are real heroes and EMS material! Great job by all!

but have to be careful not to fire up the joint.

Why not? Go for it, Jim. (I guess corn aint the only thing the grow up in Nebraska!) Seriously tho, Jim...be careful with the AT and hip. Like alot of seemingly minor injuries, they seem to "get better" as they warm up. But then they may continue to worsen on the next run. Stay warm. fatozzig....I've always enjoyed "real men of genious." They are a hoot. My coworker has an entire cd collection of the commercials. Joe, yes, Oklahoma City has an entertainment district called Bricktown. It's a revitalized old warehouse district and it's been a great addition to the City. Welcome back MtnchicK! Hey Jewels and Arla Had a nice evening with bro-in-law. Went to see and listen to a band Three Legged Dog perfom. A blues band playing a nice assortment of covers with a few originals thrown in. The key board player is a good friend of mine. I'll get back home later this afternoon with hopes of a nice easy 6 miler. Till then.....Have a good one.