There are a lot of fish in the sea. I'm either not getting the bite or fishing in the wrong waters.
I'm selective - or picky, if you want - but I'm okay with it. Because I don't settle.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
It was low!
Quote of the day for Memorial Day...
Royals 3B Willie Bloomquist explaining what happened, leading to his manager being thrown out of the game by the umpire for arguing.
"I told him the ball was low," Bloomquist said. "He said it wasn't. I told him the ball was low. He said not to say another word and I told him the ball was low."
Royals 3B Willie Bloomquist explaining what happened, leading to his manager being thrown out of the game by the umpire for arguing.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Curse You, Cranberry!
Last night was an interesting night...
For some reason or another, I wasn't all that hungry, and so didn't eat much of my dinner. I felt better after going for a run later. The night was then ruined, however, by a glass of cranberry juice... I was putting my laundry away in my dresser drawers and on top of the dresser was a nice full glass I had just poured. I guess opening a few drawers at a time was not a smart idea, and made the thing heavy to one side, and it began to fall over. I caught it, but obviously not the drink, which proceeded to spill all over things and splash everywhere. I was able to clean most stuff, but the carpet is still a little pink in a few areas. I'll have to figure out how to clean that better. Needless to say, I learned why Ikea puts those things on the back of the dresser to attach it to a wall =/
I haven't done much today on the holiday off. It's good, but also bad. I had lost most of my motivation after having to clean up that mess (which was like from 12:30 to 2:30 am). Short work week this week!
Also, I burnt my back pretty good on Saturday's 20-miler, but aloe is helping it along.
For some reason or another, I wasn't all that hungry, and so didn't eat much of my dinner. I felt better after going for a run later. The night was then ruined, however, by a glass of cranberry juice... I was putting my laundry away in my dresser drawers and on top of the dresser was a nice full glass I had just poured. I guess opening a few drawers at a time was not a smart idea, and made the thing heavy to one side, and it began to fall over. I caught it, but obviously not the drink, which proceeded to spill all over things and splash everywhere. I was able to clean most stuff, but the carpet is still a little pink in a few areas. I'll have to figure out how to clean that better. Needless to say, I learned why Ikea puts those things on the back of the dresser to attach it to a wall =/
I haven't done much today on the holiday off. It's good, but also bad. I had lost most of my motivation after having to clean up that mess (which was like from 12:30 to 2:30 am). Short work week this week!
Also, I burnt my back pretty good on Saturday's 20-miler, but aloe is helping it along.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Big 500
The classic rock radio station in DC (100.3) did a Top 500 rock songs this weekend. I caught a few towards the beginning, and then the last 8 today. I say I guess I'd agree with most of the top 8:
8. Hotel California (Eagles)
7. Sweet Home Alabama (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
6. Layla (Clapton/Derek & The Dominoes)
5. Born to Run (Bruce Springsteen)
4. Dream On (Aerosmith)
3. Free Bird (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
2. Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen)
1. Stairway to Heaven (Led Zeppelin)
See All 500
I have 90 of the top 100 songs, and will probably get a few others. I'm surprised "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd wasn't in the top 100.
8. Hotel California (Eagles)
7. Sweet Home Alabama (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
6. Layla (Clapton/Derek & The Dominoes)
5. Born to Run (Bruce Springsteen)
4. Dream On (Aerosmith)
3. Free Bird (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
2. Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen)
1. Stairway to Heaven (Led Zeppelin)
See All 500
I have 90 of the top 100 songs, and will probably get a few others. I'm surprised "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd wasn't in the top 100.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Wedding & New Blog
Well, the wedding was pretty awesome, and it was nice to have the whole week off of work and be home to see everyone! I sang and played (guitar) during the Mass, and that seemed to go pretty well. I still can't believe my sister is married and my brother graduated from college...
I got back to Maryland Sunday. I've had a lot to do this week and it was a long work week (the "normal" 44 hours) and I've not slept much all week. Hopefully now that a few things are taken care of, I can get back to getting on the right track with that... I had to make sure I was enrolled in the right benefits (re-enrollment time), find flights/hotels/car for my business trip / Grandma's Marathon next month (I still have to get a hotel for MN and the car for work), running, thinking about moving into Baltimore (looking for places), a class and softball on Thursday, shopping - among the normal things.
I also started a new running blog that I'll put all things running in: articles, news, links, thoughts, quotes, etc. You can find it here: Boston or Bust
I got back to Maryland Sunday. I've had a lot to do this week and it was a long work week (the "normal" 44 hours) and I've not slept much all week. Hopefully now that a few things are taken care of, I can get back to getting on the right track with that... I had to make sure I was enrolled in the right benefits (re-enrollment time), find flights/hotels/car for my business trip / Grandma's Marathon next month (I still have to get a hotel for MN and the car for work), running, thinking about moving into Baltimore (looking for places), a class and softball on Thursday, shopping - among the normal things.
I also started a new running blog that I'll put all things running in: articles, news, links, thoughts, quotes, etc. You can find it here: Boston or Bust
Monday, May 11, 2009
Did You Know?
A little "Did You Know?" courtesy of the (Elkridge) church bulletin...
It is illegal to fire torpedoes within the city limits of Destin, Florida.
Good to know!
Oh, and I'm home in MI for the week :)
It is illegal to fire torpedoes within the city limits of Destin, Florida.
Good to know!
Oh, and I'm home in MI for the week :)
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Friends
I think part of my problem with finding friends is that I'm not as comfortable being friends with older people, and now that I'm out of college, I guess I may have to...
I also need to move to the city.
I also need to move to the city.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Kentucky Fried Marathon
Well, it was hot in Louisville last weekend. Given the weather conditions, I'm pretty satisfied with my 3:34:47 (63rd). Race report as follows:
Flew in Friday morning. Remind me not to schedule any more 6:30 AM flights if I can help it... The parents picked me up at the airport and we had a good brunch at a quirky place called Lynn's Paradise Cafe. The expo was at the Exposition Center by Six Flags there. It was small, so that was a little disappointing, considering how many people run the mini-marathon (1/2). We ate pre-race dinner at Rocky's across the Ohio River in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Very good food for a reasonable price, and it was not crowded at all. We did go a little early (5:30) so maybe we just beat the crowds.
Race-Day
Perfect weather...for the beach!
It was a hot one! 71 degrees starting temp, and 78 by the time I finished. I had a great first half, including a 6:59 mile for Mile 6, where I did the Y-M-C-A. I was actually a little ahead of pace for a BQ, coming into the half just under 1:35. I started to fall off a little and by 16 I decided that there was no way Boston was happening in that weather. I ran up to that point with another guy and the women's leader (who ended up finishing 2nd), so it was really nice to have the company. Running with a leader was definitely a first for my marathon experiences!
Where the mini-marathon and the full marathon split around Mile 12, it gets lonely for those going the whole way, since there were around 9500 mini runners and what ended up being only just over 1000 marathon finishers. It was supposed to be 12,000 and 2,000 - but I guess some couldn't handle the heat (understandable). The hills weren't terrible, especially in Iroquois Park (miles 3-5...ish) since it is so early in the race and there are 10,000 people around you.
The uphill in the second park (Cherokee Park) is what did me in - or what made my decision for the race anyways. I was surprised there weren't many people AT ALL that passed me when I was slowing the second half of the race, which made it feel even lonelier. I was just like "WHERE IS EVERYONE!?" I didn't mind the loneliness too much though. I liked the course and by that point I was really just having fun. I did a lot of walking on and off the last 6-8 miles.
The return crossing of the bridge over the Ohio River was tough. The bridge itself was longer than I expected and coming back there was a stiff wind to go against as well. My calves started cramping a little before the return crossing, and an official on a bike was helpful enough to give me a bottle of water.
I survived the cramps and heat and had a good last mile or so to finish in 3:34:47 (good for 63rd). I'm pretty happy, considering the weather (and that I missed a week or two of training due to bronchitis). My parents were a big help, providing me with some icy sponges and cold Powerade along the way.
The race itself is more focused on the mini-marathon, but it doesn't completely forget about the full runners. There were probably enough aid stations...it just seemed like so long between them because of the heat. The officials on bikes were really helpful and all the organization seemed to be pretty good overall. The food at the end is nothing really to speak of, but I don't mind that too much. I get my bananas and bagel and drinks, and then shower and head out to lunch. You do get a free beer ticket on your bib if you so choose to partake.
After a good burger (on an english muffin!) at Bristol Bar & Grille, we headed over to Churchill Downs and watched some races. That was a new experience, though I wouldn't want to stay there all day because of the time between races (half hour). I ended up with a net gain of 40 cents on my bets! I liked Louisville, and everyone was really nice there, though parts of it seemed a little dead. If you're looking for night life, definitely 4th Street Live (downtown on, you guessed it, 4th Street).
Made our way to the Louisville Slugger Museum (gift shop) between church and the lunch on Sunday - then home.
RunningAhead Log / Map
Flew in Friday morning. Remind me not to schedule any more 6:30 AM flights if I can help it... The parents picked me up at the airport and we had a good brunch at a quirky place called Lynn's Paradise Cafe. The expo was at the Exposition Center by Six Flags there. It was small, so that was a little disappointing, considering how many people run the mini-marathon (1/2). We ate pre-race dinner at Rocky's across the Ohio River in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Very good food for a reasonable price, and it was not crowded at all. We did go a little early (5:30) so maybe we just beat the crowds.
Race-Day
Perfect weather...for the beach!
It was a hot one! 71 degrees starting temp, and 78 by the time I finished. I had a great first half, including a 6:59 mile for Mile 6, where I did the Y-M-C-A. I was actually a little ahead of pace for a BQ, coming into the half just under 1:35. I started to fall off a little and by 16 I decided that there was no way Boston was happening in that weather. I ran up to that point with another guy and the women's leader (who ended up finishing 2nd), so it was really nice to have the company. Running with a leader was definitely a first for my marathon experiences!
Where the mini-marathon and the full marathon split around Mile 12, it gets lonely for those going the whole way, since there were around 9500 mini runners and what ended up being only just over 1000 marathon finishers. It was supposed to be 12,000 and 2,000 - but I guess some couldn't handle the heat (understandable). The hills weren't terrible, especially in Iroquois Park (miles 3-5...ish) since it is so early in the race and there are 10,000 people around you.
The uphill in the second park (Cherokee Park) is what did me in - or what made my decision for the race anyways. I was surprised there weren't many people AT ALL that passed me when I was slowing the second half of the race, which made it feel even lonelier. I was just like "WHERE IS EVERYONE!?" I didn't mind the loneliness too much though. I liked the course and by that point I was really just having fun. I did a lot of walking on and off the last 6-8 miles.
The return crossing of the bridge over the Ohio River was tough. The bridge itself was longer than I expected and coming back there was a stiff wind to go against as well. My calves started cramping a little before the return crossing, and an official on a bike was helpful enough to give me a bottle of water.
I survived the cramps and heat and had a good last mile or so to finish in 3:34:47 (good for 63rd). I'm pretty happy, considering the weather (and that I missed a week or two of training due to bronchitis). My parents were a big help, providing me with some icy sponges and cold Powerade along the way.
The race itself is more focused on the mini-marathon, but it doesn't completely forget about the full runners. There were probably enough aid stations...it just seemed like so long between them because of the heat. The officials on bikes were really helpful and all the organization seemed to be pretty good overall. The food at the end is nothing really to speak of, but I don't mind that too much. I get my bananas and bagel and drinks, and then shower and head out to lunch. You do get a free beer ticket on your bib if you so choose to partake.
After a good burger (on an english muffin!) at Bristol Bar & Grille, we headed over to Churchill Downs and watched some races. That was a new experience, though I wouldn't want to stay there all day because of the time between races (half hour). I ended up with a net gain of 40 cents on my bets! I liked Louisville, and everyone was really nice there, though parts of it seemed a little dead. If you're looking for night life, definitely 4th Street Live (downtown on, you guessed it, 4th Street).
Made our way to the Louisville Slugger Museum (gift shop) between church and the lunch on Sunday - then home.
RunningAhead Log / Map
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