Monthly Archive: September 2008

Sep
15

Taking a Shower

After a run, there’s nothing quite as enjoyable as a shower. After a run. Not before — that’s just weird. And certainly not during — what are you, crazy? And yet, that’s exactly what I did Sunday. I took a looooong, cool shower … with about 11,000 of my closest friends. For nearly three hours, …

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Sep
12

You People Are Amazing!

Two nights ago, shortly after 10:00 p.m., I sent my first email asking for your support in helping to fight cancer. Five minutes later — five minutes! – the first donation rolled in. Within 24 hours, the fundraising “thermometer” on my Charity Runner page was at $1050 and rising! I am stunned and very, very …

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Sep
09

A Tale of Two Runs

It was the best of runs. Sunday, I ran 10 wonderful, nearly effortless miles. I could’ve easily gone much farther, but 10 was my goal for the day. Actually, 10 miles was my stretch goal. I started out thinking I would run 8 to 10, depending on how I felt. I gave myself that cushion …

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