2019 Goals
Running/Fitness
Keep up the running streak: Yes.
Keep lifting weights 3/week: Mostly 2/week.
Valentines Day 5K - race, no taper - Did not run due to weather and ice on the roads.
Flying Pig Full Marathon - race and have all of the fun! Mission accomplished.
Break 30:00 in the 5K - I did not run a 5K this year, so who knows.
Sit on the TCM Course somewhere and cheer the entire time the course is open. Yes.
Volunteer at least once at a race. Yes, Red White and Book.
Nutrition: Let's just say none of this really happened and it's a learning opportunity for 2020.
Blog Goals
Race training posts weekly: Yes.
Meal per day posts written daily, published around each race or similar milestone. No, see nutrition goals.
At least one LinkFest or Before and After Post per month. Um, I have some of these but not a ton.
At least three ‘Running Conditions in…’ posts. Because I love those. For sure.
General Life Goals
Read 50 books this year. Same as the goal last year. I read 62 in 2018, 63 if I finish the second Artemis Fowl book today. I'm currently at 42. I feel like the Taft book and Lincoln both should count for like four or five books. Even though it's not 50, I'm calling this one good.
Learn to French Braid my hair. Continued from 2018. I am surprised to say, mission accomplished mostly in the last month or two of the year!
Money: Use Mint to learn how I spend my money and I can I budget effectively. I wound up not using this app, and the budgeting thing kind of went nuts with buying a house. So this is a no, but I'm fine with it.
31.12.19
2019: Year of Running
To review the year's races:
Valentines Day 5K: Did not run due to ice on roads and it's too damn cold.
Flying Pig:Yes!
Women Run the Cities: Did not cheer and my friend did not run due to hypothermia concerns.
Red White and Boom: Volunteer duties complete, and I enjoyed myself.
Cosmic 5K: Cancelled due to lightning/weather
TC 10K: Cancelled due to weather
TC Marathon: Cheered around mile 3.
Best race experience: Flying Pig Marathon because that was literally a bucket list race for me and several people went out of their way to make it a special weekend for me.
Best run: Any time I was running a mile with my dad. Made my life the first time that happened!
Best new piece of running gear: I'm loving my new Vivoactive 3 watch that I got on black Friday special. It's smaller and has more features than my old watch.
Best running advice I received this year: Keep going outside and using the space.
Most inspirational runner: I've been loving all the stuff Gwen Jorgenson has put on social media about her training. Honorable mentions to Eliud Kipchoge and Mary Cain. It's also been amazing to watch Hungry Runner Girl marathon training journey this year and I appreciate her openness about the highs and the lows.
Favorite picture from a run or race this year: I mean...
Race experience I would repeat in a heartbeat: I loved cheering on TCM Sunday. Just, like, "I am done, let me celebrate someone else". I don't know if I'll do this a ton, because I also love running the 10 mile and then cheering for the marathon runners. Choices.
If I could sum up the year in a couple of words, they would be: Keep going outside!
Valentines Day 5K: Did not run due to ice on roads and it's too damn cold.
Flying Pig:Yes!
Women Run the Cities: Did not cheer and my friend did not run due to hypothermia concerns.
Red White and Boom: Volunteer duties complete, and I enjoyed myself.
Cosmic 5K: Cancelled due to lightning/weather
TC 10K: Cancelled due to weather
TC Marathon: Cheered around mile 3.
Best race experience: Flying Pig Marathon because that was literally a bucket list race for me and several people went out of their way to make it a special weekend for me.
Best new piece of running gear: I'm loving my new Vivoactive 3 watch that I got on black Friday special. It's smaller and has more features than my old watch.
Best running advice I received this year: Keep going outside and using the space.
Most inspirational runner: I've been loving all the stuff Gwen Jorgenson has put on social media about her training. Honorable mentions to Eliud Kipchoge and Mary Cain. It's also been amazing to watch Hungry Runner Girl marathon training journey this year and I appreciate her openness about the highs and the lows.
Race experience I would repeat in a heartbeat: I loved cheering on TCM Sunday. Just, like, "I am done, let me celebrate someone else". I don't know if I'll do this a ton, because I also love running the 10 mile and then cheering for the marathon runners. Choices.
If I could sum up the year in a couple of words, they would be: Keep going outside!
30.12.19
Long Run Saturday
Plan: About six miles, just run and have fun
Actual Mileage: 6.07 miles
Route: Along the Rush Creek trail.
Weather: Started off around 20*, got a bit warmer as I was out there. Humid and very little wind.
Wardrobe: Sweat pants, sweat shirt, buff as a hat, gloves, wool socks
High Points of the workout: That fifth mile was pretty fast!
Struggles of the workout: Footing in the ice/snow crust.
From the high points, I learned: This was fun to just push a little bit, not caring about pace but not wanting to go to slow either
From the struggles, I learned: Focus on form. And safety. Focus on safety too!
Next steps: I owe myself an easy 3 miles, hopefully to happen tomorrow.
Bonus: Strava says I set several PRs on segments on this run, so that's fun!
Actual Mileage: 6.07 miles
Route: Along the Rush Creek trail.
Weather: Started off around 20*, got a bit warmer as I was out there. Humid and very little wind.
Wardrobe: Sweat pants, sweat shirt, buff as a hat, gloves, wool socks
High Points of the workout: That fifth mile was pretty fast!
Struggles of the workout: Footing in the ice/snow crust.
From the high points, I learned: This was fun to just push a little bit, not caring about pace but not wanting to go to slow either
From the struggles, I learned: Focus on form. And safety. Focus on safety too!
Next steps: I owe myself an easy 3 miles, hopefully to happen tomorrow.
Bonus: Strava says I set several PRs on segments on this run, so that's fun!
Get in Gear 10K - 19 Weeks to Go
Sunday planned: Run 1 miles Long run
Sunday actual: 6 miles long run in the morning, 2+ miles bonus walk with Dungeon Master in the afternoon.
From today, I learned: Today was literally outrunning a headache. But I also ran 'harder' than I'd normally do a long run, but not 'race hard' so that was a lot of fun.
Monday planned: Quality run
Monday actual: 4.28 miles easy, outside in the sunshine and snow crust.
From today, I learned: Coach told me not to do my hard run today, since I'd just done long run yesterday and that was good advice. It synced with the weather this week, so I got outside today and will head inside on Wednesday when it's cooler.
Tuesday planned: Run 1 miles, Tuesday weights
Tuesday actual: 1.18 miles outside in the morning. Tuesday weights and bonus abs in the afternoon.
From today, I learned: Mentally, running in the morning and weights in the afternoon is so much better than "save the whole workout for later"
Wednesday planned: 4 miles, easy
Wednesday actual: Quality workout on the treadmill.
From today, I learned: This was fun but I was properly intimidated by the workout ahead of time.
Thursday planned: Run 1 miles, Thursday weights
Thursday actual: 1.18 miles, no weights.
From today, I learned: Life and scheduling is taking priorities.
Friday planned: 3 miles, easy
Friday actual: 1.18 miles in the morning
From today, I learned: Skipped the easy 3 in favor of watching the new Star Wars.
Saturday planned: 5 miles long run
Saturday actual: 6.07 miles along Rush Creek.
From today, I learned: Strava says I haven't been here since July, and before that not since March. This does feel like a "winter place" for me.
Sunday actual: 6 miles long run in the morning, 2+ miles bonus walk with Dungeon Master in the afternoon.
From today, I learned: Today was literally outrunning a headache. But I also ran 'harder' than I'd normally do a long run, but not 'race hard' so that was a lot of fun.
Monday planned: Quality run
Monday actual: 4.28 miles easy, outside in the sunshine and snow crust.
From today, I learned: Coach told me not to do my hard run today, since I'd just done long run yesterday and that was good advice. It synced with the weather this week, so I got outside today and will head inside on Wednesday when it's cooler.
Tuesday planned: Run 1 miles, Tuesday weights
Tuesday actual: 1.18 miles outside in the morning. Tuesday weights and bonus abs in the afternoon.
From today, I learned: Mentally, running in the morning and weights in the afternoon is so much better than "save the whole workout for later"
Wednesday planned: 4 miles, easy
Wednesday actual: Quality workout on the treadmill.
From today, I learned: This was fun but I was properly intimidated by the workout ahead of time.
Thursday planned: Run 1 miles, Thursday weights
Thursday actual: 1.18 miles, no weights.
From today, I learned: Life and scheduling is taking priorities.
Friday planned: 3 miles, easy
Friday actual: 1.18 miles in the morning
From today, I learned: Skipped the easy 3 in favor of watching the new Star Wars.
Saturday planned: 5 miles long run
Saturday actual: 6.07 miles along Rush Creek.
From today, I learned: Strava says I haven't been here since July, and before that not since March. This does feel like a "winter place" for me.
19.12.19
Quality Miles Wednesday: on the treadmill
Plan: 54321 workout
Actual Mileage:
1 mile walking, total. 3 miles of running.
Dynamic stretches and 10 mins of walking on the treadmill.
Running: 10 mins “warm up” running at 4.1-4.3 mph
5 mins 5.8mph 2mins 4.2mph
4 mins 6.0 mph 2mins 4.2mph
3 mins 6.1 mph 2mins 4.2mph
2 mins 6.2 mph 2mins 4.2mph
1 mins 6.3 mph
Cool down from 4.4 - 4.1mph
10 mins of walking cool down.
Route: Treadmill
Weather: Freezing too cold outside
High Points of the workout: I “settled in” to the longer intervals. Where they felt hard, but like I had a good rhythm. I could’ve kept going at those speeds, though I was fine with the rests.
Struggles of the workout: Getting out of bed and getting the workout started?
From the high points, I learned: Focus on form a rhythm. Nice confidence builder.
From the struggles, I learned: Don’t think about the workouts ahead of time? Maybe I should do this for race day too?
Next steps: I’ve finally given this workout the respect it deserves. Even though it
looks like “oh, it’s only a few minutes, I can do that” it’s a hard
workout.
I think being purposeful about the warm up, and including walking before
the running really helped me. Even though I was ready to start the
‘work’ and get it over with, I’m glad I took my time and built up to it.
I felt really solid when I got moving.
Bonus: I'm sitting on my couch having tacos.
1 mile walking, total. 3 miles of running.
Dynamic stretches and 10 mins of walking on the treadmill.
Running: 10 mins “warm up” running at 4.1-4.3 mph
5 mins 5.8mph 2mins 4.2mph
4 mins 6.0 mph 2mins 4.2mph
3 mins 6.1 mph 2mins 4.2mph
2 mins 6.2 mph 2mins 4.2mph
1 mins 6.3 mph
Cool down from 4.4 - 4.1mph
10 mins of walking cool down.
Route: Treadmill
High Points of the workout: I “settled in” to the longer intervals. Where they felt hard, but like I had a good rhythm. I could’ve kept going at those speeds, though I was fine with the rests.
Struggles of the workout: Getting out of bed and getting the workout started?
From the high points, I learned: Focus on form a rhythm. Nice confidence builder.
From the struggles, I learned: Don’t think about the workouts ahead of time? Maybe I should do this for race day too?
Bonus: I'm sitting on my couch having tacos.
15.12.19
Get in Gear 10K - 20 Weeks to Go
Sunday actual: 3.3 miles outside. Bonus leg day.
From today, I learned: It's icy but not super bad outside. We get snow tonight, so I'm getting out while I can.
Monday actual: 1.2 miles in the snow. In Yak Trax.
From today, I learned: I needed the yak trax for reals today.
Tuesday actual: 1.2 miles on the treadmill. Tuesday weights accomplished.
From today, I learned: I learned things about my watch and lifting weights. The treadmill run was actually kind of nice too.
Wednesday actual: Quality workout accomplished. On the treadmill.
From today, I learned: Always better to get these done straight away in the morning.
Thursday actual: 3.1 miles in yak trax trying to run off a bad mood. Bonus leg day.
From today, I learned: This turned out to be a nice run, and did largely help with my mood. It snowed and was lousy in the morning, hence the yak trax.
Friday actual: 1.18 miles after the snow.
From today, I learned: Ugh.
Saturday actual: 1.18 miles. I had a head ache and I puked when I was done.
From today, I learned: Sometimes, we can save the long run for tomorrow.
14.12.19
Quality Miles Monday (on Wednesday)
Plan: The good old 3/2 workout.
Actual Mileage: 0.5 miles warm up. 4 miles of workout.
Route: Treadmill
Weather: It was -6* outside, so, yeah.
High Points of the workout: I told my coach the best part of this workout was getting done. Not that I hated, but that I was proud of myself for getting through.
Also, I used 4.4 mph for my 'rest' interval, which is faster than I used the last training cycle so maybe that's why I was so tired?
Struggles of the workout: I almost pooped my pants. Sigh I mean, it was a hard workout. The hardest part was getting up and getting it going.
From the high points, I learned: Keep moving.
From the struggles, I learned: Start moving!
Next steps: This was a good early workout, nice confidence builder.
Bonus: I am still learning the details with my fancy new watch.
Actual Mileage: 0.5 miles warm up. 4 miles of workout.
Route: Treadmill
Weather: It was -6* outside, so, yeah.
High Points of the workout: I told my coach the best part of this workout was getting done. Not that I hated, but that I was proud of myself for getting through.
Also, I used 4.4 mph for my 'rest' interval, which is faster than I used the last training cycle so maybe that's why I was so tired?
Struggles of the workout: I almost pooped my pants. Sigh I mean, it was a hard workout. The hardest part was getting up and getting it going.
From the high points, I learned: Keep moving.
From the struggles, I learned: Start moving!
Next steps: This was a good early workout, nice confidence builder.
Bonus: I am still learning the details with my fancy new watch.
8.12.19
Get in Gear 10K - 21 Weeks to Go
Since I failed so hard at actually racing a 10K in 2019, I decided to make my first goal race for 2020 the Get in Gear 10K. This has the ulterior motive of preventing me from training crazy distances in the winter weather like last year. Since I've been doing basically nothing, this will be a long build up.
Sunday planned: Run 1 mile
Sunday actual: 1.2 miles in the snow. First yak trax run of the year.
From today, I learned: This was mostly about observing plowing patterns in the new neighborhood. Park board did good. Other things were more hit and miss and I was glad for the yak trax.
Monday planned: Run 3 miles
Monday actual: 3.66 miles in the snow. Bonus leg day
From today, I learned: I may need to head inside for a bit. The paths weren't unbearable, but probably worth trying to find a treadmill for a minute. Leg day wore me out. I'm out of shape. Sigh.
Tuesday planned: Run 1 mile; Tuesday weights
Tuesday actual: No weights. Because being a good friend is always more important. Run 1.2 miles in the snow in yak trax.
From today, I learned: I actually told Captain Smiley "if I'm not back in 30 minutes, I've fallen on my ass, come find me"
Wednesday planned: Run 3 miles
Wednesday actual: 3 miles on the treadmill. At the crack of dawn, but I was listening to a new book and loving it.
From today, I learned: I need to plan my mornings better. I was a bit rushed to get to the right place at the right time after my run.
Thursday planned: Run 1 mile, Thursday weights
Thursday actual: 1.2 miles on the treadmill. Tuesday weights on Thursday. Just go with it. Bonus abs.
From today, I learned: I was sacked out at the end of this. I was so tired from work and working out when I got home...
Friday planned: Run 3 miles
Friday actual: 4.28 miles around the marsh while I was finishing 'The Giver of Stars'
From today, I learned: Like, no, I will not stop running until this book is done. Also, I wore my vest again, because I was cold before I even left the house. That vest is the best thing ever.
Saturday planned: Run 4 miles
Saturday actual: 3 miles, plus half mile cool down walk. Leg exercises.
From today, I learned: I got a new watch and this thing is going to have a bit of a learning curve.
Sunday actual: 1.2 miles in the snow. First yak trax run of the year.
From today, I learned: This was mostly about observing plowing patterns in the new neighborhood. Park board did good. Other things were more hit and miss and I was glad for the yak trax.
Monday actual: 3.66 miles in the snow. Bonus leg day
From today, I learned: I may need to head inside for a bit. The paths weren't unbearable, but probably worth trying to find a treadmill for a minute. Leg day wore me out. I'm out of shape. Sigh.
Tuesday actual: No weights. Because being a good friend is always more important. Run 1.2 miles in the snow in yak trax.
From today, I learned: I actually told Captain Smiley "if I'm not back in 30 minutes, I've fallen on my ass, come find me"
Wednesday actual: 3 miles on the treadmill. At the crack of dawn, but I was listening to a new book and loving it.
From today, I learned: I need to plan my mornings better. I was a bit rushed to get to the right place at the right time after my run.
Thursday actual: 1.2 miles on the treadmill. Tuesday weights on Thursday. Just go with it. Bonus abs.
From today, I learned: I was sacked out at the end of this. I was so tired from work and working out when I got home...
Friday actual: 4.28 miles around the marsh while I was finishing 'The Giver of Stars'
From today, I learned: Like, no, I will not stop running until this book is done. Also, I wore my vest again, because I was cold before I even left the house. That vest is the best thing ever.
Saturday planned: Run 4 miles
Saturday actual: 3 miles, plus half mile cool down walk. Leg exercises.
From today, I learned: I got a new watch and this thing is going to have a bit of a learning curve.
30.11.19
Thanksgiving 2019
This year's turkey day was different than most. I flew home. I spent less time in Indiana but more time with Ohio and Kentucky relatives. It's all a blur.
Sunday: I woke up and ran at the crack of dawn. Then I actually took the bus to the train to the airport. Where I stood in line for possibly one minute before waltzing through security and heading on to my flight. Delta moved my seat, which sounds good because I got Comfort Plus. I also got sat next to the smelliest person in life, so I was taking advantage of the free alcohol in my new seat. In Ohio, we hit up Skyline, tried to see Grandma, did the Krohn, and ended the day with family. It made my life when I heard Dad telling Mom "watch this. Siri, turn on my flashlight" which he'd learned from me earlier in the night.
Monday: I did not wake up quite as early. I ran, then headed over with Dad to see Grandma. She was okay. It was a short but positive visit. For lunch, we went to "the place where the toothpick scene in Rain Man was filmed" and met an old friend. We ate and then talked for ever, as is normal. On the way home, Mom and I had a sight seeing adventure in Eden Park and I re-lived the trauma of mile seven of the marathon. In the evening, we went to Kentucky to see some of my most favorite people in the world.
Tuesday: I got up, ran, and went to see Grandma on my own. Mom was working and Dad was golfing. I had a real adventure and took Grandma to church. We made it through the whole rosary but not much of the mass. We did leave without making a scene though, so there's that. In the afternoon, we got Mom a new iPhone. She kind of likes it but she was pretty freaked out at the time. Evening entertainment was seeing 2 Pianos 4 Hands at the playhouse.
Wednesday: Dad ran with me today. We had a brunch of goetta and eggs and then got on the road to Indiana. I drove because I am the only one who remembers the way including what to do at the roundabout. Ever tried operating your parents car in 35mph cross winds for three hours? It was rough. Family trickled in through the evening and we had a nice time visiting.
Thursday: I got up and ran my 'turkey trot' which was much shorter than in other years. But so worth it. When I got back to the house, Dad was ready to go on his run which we did together. I had him run for 10 seconds and walk for 20 the whole time. I took a couple different walks during the day/night as well. The main meal was lovely as always. The gravy was so good I wanted to drink it.
Friday: I did my own run, about 3 miles, and then did Dad's workout with him. Running with Dad is everything. We did a bit of black Friday shopping. I got one of those magnetic vent phone mount things. I want to love it but it screws with my wireless charging so I have emotions. We had second Thanksgiving which for me was "what can I put Gravy on now?" Then I drove home.
Saturday: I really did get up at the crack of dawn today. And ran in the rain. Mom was all 'so your day's not starting off the best?' and I was like 'It's not a snow storm. My body is strong and healthy and I had fun out there. But now I'm wet' I honestly had no idea if my flight would even take off today, given the rain in Ohio and the snow here, but everything was on time. I took an Uber home, went to the store, and then enjoyed a day of sloth. In theory I'm doing a Whole 20 tomorrow. We'll see if that takes!
Sunday: I woke up and ran at the crack of dawn. Then I actually took the bus to the train to the airport. Where I stood in line for possibly one minute before waltzing through security and heading on to my flight. Delta moved my seat, which sounds good because I got Comfort Plus. I also got sat next to the smelliest person in life, so I was taking advantage of the free alcohol in my new seat. In Ohio, we hit up Skyline, tried to see Grandma, did the Krohn, and ended the day with family. It made my life when I heard Dad telling Mom "watch this. Siri, turn on my flashlight" which he'd learned from me earlier in the night.
Monday: I did not wake up quite as early. I ran, then headed over with Dad to see Grandma. She was okay. It was a short but positive visit. For lunch, we went to "the place where the toothpick scene in Rain Man was filmed" and met an old friend. We ate and then talked for ever, as is normal. On the way home, Mom and I had a sight seeing adventure in Eden Park and I re-lived the trauma of mile seven of the marathon. In the evening, we went to Kentucky to see some of my most favorite people in the world.
Tuesday: I got up, ran, and went to see Grandma on my own. Mom was working and Dad was golfing. I had a real adventure and took Grandma to church. We made it through the whole rosary but not much of the mass. We did leave without making a scene though, so there's that. In the afternoon, we got Mom a new iPhone. She kind of likes it but she was pretty freaked out at the time. Evening entertainment was seeing 2 Pianos 4 Hands at the playhouse.
Wednesday: Dad ran with me today. We had a brunch of goetta and eggs and then got on the road to Indiana. I drove because I am the only one who remembers the way including what to do at the roundabout. Ever tried operating your parents car in 35mph cross winds for three hours? It was rough. Family trickled in through the evening and we had a nice time visiting.
Thursday: I got up and ran my 'turkey trot' which was much shorter than in other years. But so worth it. When I got back to the house, Dad was ready to go on his run which we did together. I had him run for 10 seconds and walk for 20 the whole time. I took a couple different walks during the day/night as well. The main meal was lovely as always. The gravy was so good I wanted to drink it.
Friday: I did my own run, about 3 miles, and then did Dad's workout with him. Running with Dad is everything. We did a bit of black Friday shopping. I got one of those magnetic vent phone mount things. I want to love it but it screws with my wireless charging so I have emotions. We had second Thanksgiving which for me was "what can I put Gravy on now?" Then I drove home.
Saturday: I really did get up at the crack of dawn today. And ran in the rain. Mom was all 'so your day's not starting off the best?' and I was like 'It's not a snow storm. My body is strong and healthy and I had fun out there. But now I'm wet' I honestly had no idea if my flight would even take off today, given the rain in Ohio and the snow here, but everything was on time. I took an Uber home, went to the store, and then enjoyed a day of sloth. In theory I'm doing a Whole 20 tomorrow. We'll see if that takes!
24.10.19
Off Season Goals - an update
I am still running at least a mile every day. But I am NOT training for anything. It's been a pleasure.
I do have a few 'off season' goals.
Do a back bridge: This was hard at first. Like super hard and stuff. But, I've made progress faster than I expected. With a proper warm up, I can hit a back bridge with good form. Now I'm working on holding it longer or doing more reps or both.
Handstand: This is the skill I probably "kept" the most. One day with Dungeon Master, I was all "hold my beer, I'm gonna try this" and I busted one out directly. I've been doing all my handstands against a wall. I haven't tried one "out in the open". Today I learned that I cannot do a handstand after doing clean and press workout. Oops. I was a little worried I had a concussion but I think I'm good.
Toes to bar: I could barely do toes to bar when I was a gymnast so this may take a while. I also cannot swing on the bar after clean and press.
French braiding my hair: In a surprise update, I have legit left the house with my hair in a french braid more than once. I was inspired by this super long video to really learn how to french braid my hair. I still get bubbles, but I'm loving it.
I do have a few 'off season' goals.
Do a back bridge: This was hard at first. Like super hard and stuff. But, I've made progress faster than I expected. With a proper warm up, I can hit a back bridge with good form. Now I'm working on holding it longer or doing more reps or both.
Handstand: This is the skill I probably "kept" the most. One day with Dungeon Master, I was all "hold my beer, I'm gonna try this" and I busted one out directly. I've been doing all my handstands against a wall. I haven't tried one "out in the open". Today I learned that I cannot do a handstand after doing clean and press workout. Oops. I was a little worried I had a concussion but I think I'm good.
Toes to bar: I could barely do toes to bar when I was a gymnast so this may take a while. I also cannot swing on the bar after clean and press.
French braiding my hair: In a surprise update, I have legit left the house with my hair in a french braid more than once. I was inspired by this super long video to really learn how to french braid my hair. I still get bubbles, but I'm loving it.
15.10.19
Cincinnati - October 2019
Run: I got up at the crack of dawn and ran around my neighborhood. In the rain.
Travel: Originally I'd planned to take the bus to the train. But it was raining and I wasn't down for all that so I took a Lyft and had a lovely chat with my driver, Dawn. Then, at the airport I ran into a friend I know from here who also grew up in Cincinnati. We've never had that happen before.
Food: Obviously first thing in Cincinnati we hit up Skyline.
Family: We saw Grandma today and worked a crossword puzzle with her. She seemed okay.
Activities: Blink Cincinnati night 1. I went with Mom, Dad, and several others including my "downstairs mom and dad". I didn't have a great time. There were way too many people, and it was open to traffic. So it was a mess of people and honking cars. I felt like every time I stopped to look at something I was in the way. It was super uncomfortable.
Run: I had a back and forth in the cul de sac by Mom and Dad's.
Food: Mom and I had lunch at a Food Truck. For supper we got pizza from the place by Mom and Dad with the roasted olives. Need I say more?
Family: We had supper with some of my favorite people in Kentucky. Mom and I also saw Grandma for a minute. She was laying down talking to the baby, so we talked about lullabies. And then we sang Puff the Magic Dragon and Grandma went down for her nap with the baby.
Activities: There were multiple screw ups today. All of which I own. First activity was hitting up the Zoo with an old friend and her boys. And I screwed up when we were supposed to meet so Mom and I were late. Then for supper, we went to the wrong house. I felt so bad. Mom and I tried to french braid each other's hair too. That was unsuccessful but at least nobody waited or got hungry because of me.
Run: There's going to be a lot of back and forths in the cul de sac on this post.
Food: We had lunch with a family friend who'd just moved and supper in Dayton with family I wish I got to see more than I do.
Family: I went to Zumba with my cousin's wife. It was a fun class, a lot different from my normal routine. Then we saw a family friend who'd moved and it was good to see her doing so well, and then we saw family in Dayton and I got to hang out with a preschooler which made my day.
Activities: Well, the fun really started when my new neighbor (who does not know me that well) called to see if I was okay because she could hear alarms from my place. I don't know how much I've said about the smoke detectors after I moved, but that noise now gives me panic attacks. So, Captain Smiley came over and uninstalled one that appeared to be malfunctioning, and got them all to be quiet. And I just continued on with the panic attacks for a while. It was not awesome.
Run: Dad has started a run/walk 1 mile program on the days he doesn't golf or tennis. So I asked if he would do his mile in the cul de sac while I did mine. At the end of this run, my streak had gone on for seven complete years.
Food: I celebrated seven years running with seven slices of goetta. We had Taste of Belgium for supper and I gave Josslyn her first Brussels Sprouts.
Family: We saw Grandma for a while but she wasn't feeling so well. I got a bonus day with my cousin/wife/baby. I always have a nice time hanging out with all of them. I'm happy I'm getting to know my wife's cousin too.
Activities: We did Blink day 2 and this was my favorite night of Blink. It was way less crowded than the first night. I like the park and OTR better because more of the streets are closed. It feels more like a block party and it's fun to just hang out.
Run: One mile in the cul de sac to start year 8.
Food: I had all of the goetta. Not even going to lie.
Family: Mom, Dad, and I hung out and then Mom took me to the airport.
Travel: It was a pretty smooth flight home.
Activities: Olive picked me up at the airport, taught me about ladders (no joke) and helped me replace all of the smoke detectors (not including the one I replaced in July) and then test them all including the one I replaced in July. I only had one phone call with her after she left. I'm calling that a win.
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