Tessa that is an option.  I'll have to see what's available around here.  I know Hawk has a 50 miler but it's very technical for this area and I don't want to do those rocks in the dark.  I also want one that has a longer race so there are good cut offs.

Anyone have recommendations?  I know there are a couple of rail trail around this area (KS) so that might be a good option.  Of course just like every thing I've done lately I'm so clueless it's kind of comical.

Afternoon!  In court all morning and now starting the afternoon.  I have 6 with 6 X 100m and weights tonight.  It's raining and it has cooled down a bit.  Mid to high 70s now, all to be gone tomorrow night but much appreciated.

Damaris, cross posted. Is that one of the reasons you travel for races, it's just too hot to race much where you are?

 

Tessa, yeap, pretty much.  Also, saw your question about the Blue Mile.  It's a mile full of pictures of soldiers killed in action. They are adorned in blue, hence the name.

Diane, great report and performance.  You did amazing!  Happy Anniversary!

Sandy, nice RR!  Congrats on the race!  LOL at the comment on the hills.  It's hilly from start to finish!

Elina, glad everybody is well. LOL at Lady Hul-K.  Also, what Tessa said.  It's up to you and I think you can go back to work when you want it.  I would personally go crazy without working for an extended period of time.

Carol, enjoy the run later.

Lizzie, nice 8+.  My left calf is a bit sore but going to the therapist before my run to work it out.  It has improved a lot since Chicago since I have not run either in Hokas or Altras since.

Susan, nice workout!

Judy, enjoy the adventure.

Laura, I find that women are always full of drama (present company excluded).

Karen, nice workout (although it sounds horrid).  Ugh, don't tell you just wrote down, give that to Damaris???

Margaret, enjoy Ireland!

Cathy, enjoy the trip!

Susan – Are you serious about your boss asking when you would be back at work?! That is ridiculous. I would have quit just because of that.

Judy – Have a good trail run today!

Laura – I was wondering where you were! I was going to ask if you watched Walking Dead! It was a good one! Finally, the last season was kind of slow. OMG I am sorry your week has been so horrible! Was the flooding at work or at home? Oh man Your work drama sounds rough. DRAMA. I would think that the nurse would be fired?? I guess not?? When your supervisor comes back she is not going to be in a good mood!! Nice running the past couple days – I am sure you needed some sort of stress relief. Heck yes you should open a doggie day care!! I hope your week improves. At least you only have 2 more days. Hang in there!!!

Karen – Wow, nice speed work last night! You are lucky you have a hot tub! And a TV in front of it..hehe. We are going to need to see photos of the flapper dress BTW. As for Ruger, I am going to swing it for as long as I can! This place offered it cheaper with a package as well. I wanted to try it for a few weeks just to be sure though. To make sure he continues to enjoy it . Thanks for the speedwork info  I have a tempo run and a MP run on the schedule next week. I wanted to take the first 2 weeks after the race “easy”.

Diane – Awe, Happy Anniversary!! That’s sweet he bought you pumpkins Do you guys carve them?! I am sorry you are hurting today. You need a massage! I had to look up what the Australian Shepard looked like. They are CUTE!! I think its cute that they boss other dogs around..hahah..but I can see how that would get annoying. I never thought about the meal vs snack during a race. You are right – doing a 50K or 100K..you have to think about actual meals! I can’t imagine eating a hot dog while running hahahaha.

Margaret – Ireland?! What?! Have fun! I mean, the memorial mass will be sad – but you know what I mean. Enjoy your time there! Hitting the pubs should be #1 on the list!!! Ruger has been doing great with training – thanks for asking! We walk him completely off leash now.

Cathy – Oh wow! Cool that the kids are off the rest of the week. Is this considered Fall break?? Have fun at the warerpark hotel! That is going to be fun – just the girls I was looking at our weather for Friday since I am running long..and it is in the 30’s! I was like..OMG I can wear a jacket!!! Haha. I can’t wait to see this medal!! You are going to have to post a picture. I saw that the Fargo has lots of swag. I guess that is “too soon” for your foot?! That would be awesome if you came along. I am scared for my painful massage also! Like, really scared haha. I know it will be worth it but still. UGH. Oh, and YES…HCBF was surprised at all that you knew He made a comment about it when we left. Then he said, “do they even know about our booty bumps?!” I will let you take a guess at what that means He’s cute. You are right though – it felt like I already knew you! Speaking of dark in the mornings, we Fall back soon! Gaining another hour of sleep is another WIN in the Fall column (extra hour of sleep, yes!). But I was thinking about how dark it is going to be in the afternoon. I will need a flashlight to walk Ruger!

Sandy – I meant to ask you about your foot! I could have probably wrote a personal for you that went on and on and on That is really strange. Maybe you were standing some sort of way on the Segway…plus 12 miles of walking you were doing after the marathon. Who knows. Glad it is better. YAY ON FARGO!! I am excited. I am thinking that will be a goal race for me, too. SNOW?! UGH. I am jealous over here..I really should hate snow being in property management..but no. I love it. It must be cold where you are! Awe, nice that you are going to see your nephew this weekend! Did the race itself give you a refund, too? Or just a deferral? I did not know that about the blue mile..interesting. And sad. How is your RB feeling? I agree with you on what you said to RB – you ladies are here for me sometimes more than my IRL friends! BTW, Kathryn’s emoji is the winner for best cat emoji

Tessa – LOL at the floorball comment to Elina. Hey, don’t put it past her Did you say company bakeoff?!?! 84 degrees this morning AHHHH. I wonder why your power went out? I hope you have it back for some much needed AC.

Kathryn – Wow, you were tired!!! I would love to sleep that much. Oh no, sorry about your boss. I guess the good thing is he doesn’t stay locally. One day of meeting him is better than everyday. Are you going to try and do another massage?

Docket – Woohoo on the 70’s!! Take advantage of that! Glad your calf is feeling better. What shoes are you wearing now?

Ready to GO. I have a call at 4pm. Who does that? I leave at 4 so I will take it at home. Losers.

Ugh, I haven’t been feeling all that great today. Going to go home and relax and hopefully nap and go to bed early.

Lizzie, I am back to my Mizunos.  Although I ran in Hokas two days ago to test the calf.  But might not run another marathon in them to see if that makes a difference.  I still think it's the change in gait after my patella issue, so it should pass at some point.

4.7 miles and a short strength training DVD. Felt better running today than the last 2 days.

DHuffman, happy anniversary!

KIlmisters, I think you have to do what is best for you and your family. As far as Arimathea's comment, maybe Mini-K could participate in penalty shots from the front carrier?

LCRuns, ugh on the work drama. That's pretty crazy.

Lizzie, I have most of the cupcakes memorized at the place I usually go to. We went to a wedding last year and they had cupcakes instead of cake. No labels. I was telling everyone at my table what each one was.