Comments on Running at Sunset: Catch up: Bits and Pieces I've been even more o...

I forgot to say, good luck at Newport. Are you rac...

2007-05-31T15:17:00.000-07:00

I forgot to say, good luck at Newport. Are you racing? I hear it's a PR marathon course. *tc

Hippo, there is nothing wrong with racing and not ...

2007-05-31T15:09:00.000-07:00

Hippo, there is nothing wrong with racing and not talking; just as there is nothing wrong with socializing. Don't agonize over one or the other.

If you are truly "racing," let people know beforehand and they'll understand if you're not social during the race - you can soicalize afterwards. I used to fret over the same thing because I'm a very "friendly" runner and get a lot out of helping and encouraging others on the run. But decide before hand and stick to it.

If you are not "racing" but still want to put in a good effort, realize that slowing and socializing doesn't take a lot away from your training (if anything at all), yet you will gain a lot out of the friendships you forge.

And then there's then "was racing but now just trying to finish" mode. When that's happened to me, usually people are catching me so I try to latch on. If I can come back some, I see if I can help the other runner. I can think of a couple of times in particular that happened; once was at White River 50M where I started out too fast. A gal caught me on the second climb. When I found that she was running at the same pace I was walking, I caught up to her to let her know. We talked and walked for a while until she literally walked away from me. She was grateful for my advice and I felt accomplished in an otherwise dismal day for me.

Let me know how your search for "what to be when you grow up" goes. I'm still working while trying to decide what I want to be ... and we're the same age - hmmm?

*tc

I think the rumors about pay being great on the fr...

2007-05-31T14:59:00.000-07:00

I think the rumors about pay being great on the freeway ramp are exxagerated.

But this is exciting! You can use the four weeks of leisure to think hard what you want to do with the rest of your life.

Well, I know it does not happen quite that way. But if you get crazy due to a little down time, that is a serious problem. Down time has a purpose, after all. No good in jumping into the next adventure before assessing where you stand. This is exciting! Did I say so already?

I agree with Sarah, the best things come as a surp...

2007-05-30T06:20:00.000-07:00

I agree with Sarah, the best things come as a surprise - seen you at Saltzman was such a boost! Thank you for coming out, and for helping PCTR and us, dorks, and for every word you said, Pete!!
Life changes without our consent often. There is a great post by Craig about one door closing and another opening - and an awesome commnet by Michelle. Really made me think.
3:50 marathon is something I am not capable to run anymore, so I envy you:) Break is good, mentally and for the family, and you'll be back again, hungry and healthy. I will see you around!

What a delightful surprise to find you out manning...

2007-05-29T19:06:00.000-07:00

What a delightful surprise to find you out manning the remote aid station! Thanks for being out there. You were awesome : ) Enjoy your break from the trails and good luck at Newport.

Oh, you know there's a little marathon on June 10 ...

2007-05-29T18:32:00.000-07:00

Oh, you know there's a little marathon on June 10 in the Sequim/Port Angeles area. You could run really, really slow and chatter away the entire race at the back-of-the-pack...

Congrats on your retirement - have some fun, relax a lot and contemplate life!

wow, such life changes - enjoy!

2007-05-29T18:12:00.000-07:00

wow, such life changes - enjoy!

welcome back and congratulions on early retirement...

2007-05-29T17:23:00.000-07:00

welcome back and congratulions on early retirement!!! nice job on the marathon!!! I think that is more than respectable!!!