Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Vancouver and Back

The Spring Thing.

A great success it was not, neither a failure. I kinda felt like I took a magnificent beating in a biker bar, holding my head up all the while.

Vancouver was unique and special in that I has the pleasure to room with Colin Fewer. An outstanding Canadian athlete and individual. Saucony must be very proud of him.

Vancouver is, of course, breath taking (yes, I am envious) and the race weekend organized to a tee (or perhaps it's tea.) Either way, exciting and smooth.

A lot of energy, the Saucony reps were beaming. I was wondering if they were so busy and tired it's all they knew to do!

I found the course a bit tough as I had large traffic issues once the 1/2 marathoners were caught as well as the hills in the last 10 km.

To be treated as well as I was...I'm at a loss for words. OK, thrilling.

Officially, 13th in 2:41:19.

Thank you Saucony!
Thank you Bruce!

Put this one on the short list!

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Metaphorically Speaking

It was one of "those" long runs. Too tired and too hurting, much too soon.
A quick glance over my shoulder and, what!





Big hills ahead, the vultures on my heels. I'm not even sure if I'm talking about the run any more.
Moving forwards, perhaps it's best not to be focused on what's behind!

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One foot on a bananna peel

Ever feel like Rodney?  I've a longstanding habit of wanting tomorrow's gain today.  Both work and play.  I'd likely be served better enjoying the steps of today with faith they will lead to gains tomorrow.