This and That

Yesterday I took time off to celebrate with family and kick off the new year with a 10 mile run.  A storm was rolling in and I timed things just right to enjoy the clouds and breeze, finishing just before the downpour started.

I took a route similar to this one and was pleased to see the reflecting pool filled once again.

I am definitely feeling the uphill portions of my run today.  Rob took no mercy on me during today's workout, which means tomorrow is sure to be a tough day.

I was hoping to do a packing post for Ragnar Relay this week, but it'll be a miracle if I manage to pack more than an hour before I leave.  It'll also be a miracle if my body holds up through al of my assigned legs.  I'm slated to run a total of 22.2 miles, 83% of which are described as "hard" or "very hard."  I've been feeling under the weather (again) lately, so hopefully my legs are ready and can carry the rest of me!