Runner's World

Definitely did not feel like running after a long day visiting family for Father's Day.  Got up and ran anyway.  Definitely happy I did.  Same route as last Friday.  Came upon a dog out and about that I had not seen before.  Slowed down to size him and his intentions up and realized he only had three legs.  Looked like a nice dog.  Had some tags.  I figure that with only three legs he probably doesn't get out much and probably doesn't move too quickly.  I assume that he has quite a story to tell.  

I don't know why, but the morning was eerie.  There were no clouds, no noise, and nothing seemed to be moving.  There are usually some sprinklers on, but they were all off.  It was almost like running in a world where everyone has disappeared, but you weren't abducted by the aliens or you didn't get the memo.  I thought I'd see someone on the Bluff or on the trail, but nothing.  Finally, I came across some construction workers at the new fire station.  After that, things seemed more normal.  

Quick 5 miles this morning.  Had meetings to attend.  I am jonesing for an evening to go out on a long run and not worry about time or work.  With this weekend being the longest days of the year, I would love to be able to leave the house at 7:45 or so and go for about 10 miles.  It would still be light when I got back.  It's fun to race the sun down on the Bluff and at the Jensen Nature Park.  Killer views of Antelope Island and the Great Salt Lake.

Went a little further north on the Bluff this morning.  Felt really good, both personally and temperature wise.  The only thing missing was a new BS Report podcast.  I would have loved to have one on this morning.  It would have made it complete.  

Good run.  Felt great.

Ran in Park City while visiting my parents.  It was difficult to run the hills.  We don't have any hills in Syracuse unless you count the manmade one on the side of the football stadium.  Saw the signs for the Wasatch Back relay.  Thought about all the teams who were on their way into town.