Sleepless in Ridge

 It was another eventful night, with me being on my last nerve before I finally settled down into sleep at 2 am to awaken at 4 am.  If I get the rest on the weekend I can pull these short nights out, but it's not recommended.  It was 25 degrees which was the coolest morning here, but I felt fine.  I did the Randall extra plys for 8.71 miles in 2:00:18 for a 13:49 minute per mile walking pace.  I pretty much amazed myself to get this in--I get very anxious when I break my routine.  Heading to Maine tomorrow--seeking the Lord's guiding loving hand!

Cold and Clear

 I was feeling sick yesterday with stiff muscles and a headache. Rest and Tylenol helped nurse me back to health., although I'm kind of more tired than usual today.  May have to go to bed early instead of watching the Patriots game tonight.  Praying for the Francis family today as well.  Tonight we get Kim in at Longwood(Lord willing).
  It was windy and 39 degrees as I headed out the door doing the Medford/Randall/Woodlot loop.  The pace was alright considering yesterday I was fighting off sickness.  I did 8.65 miles in 1:58:02 for a 13:39 minutes per mile pace. Looking forward to seeing my parents although I wish that Char could come with me.  Have a blessed day!

Mild and ComfortableI

I went out on this mild morning feeling unsettled and a bit tired. When you have the feeling that you can't trust your own daughter it is an awful feeling that makes you feel empty and numb. You question everything that does not add up.  Looking to the Lord!
  I was slow today with a long day yesterday and a short night.  I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot loop in 2:02:49 at a 14:14 minute per mile pace.  I think my tired body and broken heart slowed me down. God Bless!

Mild and Quiet

I got out around 4:20 am doing the Randall Extra Plus Loop.  It was a mild 57 degrees on the streets of Ridge.  Unlike the past few Thursday's, I did not see anyone else out and around.  I felt good just not world beating at a 13:39 per mile walking pace.  Today will be a long day as I have parent/teacher conferences until 8 o'clock.  Things at the moment are a bit more settled which is a good feeling.  I just feel blessed every morning to be able to get the work in.  I did 8.68 miles in 1:58:32. God Bless!

Better Day

  I had another surprise yesterday when one of my daughters went awol for around 90 minutes which is always unsettling.  We went to Longwood to set up Kim's high school schedule.  It was a nice introductory meeting ,but we have to meet again next Monday.  It seems as if everything is just taking so much time to happen. 
  On the workout front it was 34 degrees as I went on the Longwood/Medford/Kastle loop for 8.66 miles in 1:57:47 for a 13:36 minutes per mile walking pace.  I saw a rabbit on Longwood road by the tree farm.  I am just blessed to get the training in through the turmoil of life.  I had a good time at Bible study last night taking a look at the book of Mark.
  My daughter Kim is spending the day with me at work today.  Have a blessed day!

Tuesday--The Good and the Bad

It started out a great day.  I got out at 4:20 am and did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot for 8.6 miles in 1:54:30 for a 13:19 minutes per mile walking pace. Now I find out my daughter has gone awol.  Praying --have a blessed day!

Cool Monday

  I got out at 4:18 am in 43 degree temps.  The air was calm and quiet.  I did the Randall extra plus route.  I didn't see a soul, but the truck at RCF that always swerves towards me did it again.  I reminded the driver not to swerve when I directed some spit in his direction.  I don't know why some drivers choose to go after defenseless pedestrians.  I was not particularly fast with 8.68 miles in 1:58:55 for a 13:42 minutes per mile walking pace.  Anyway, I'm grateful that even though life has been challenging, God has given me the health and time to get the workouts in.  Have a blessed day!

Oh yeah, I saw Toby Mac on Friday night at MSG.  It was a great family time of entertainment and worship.

Medford/Ruth/Randall/Woodlot

 I did roughly the same loop as yesterday.  I added Ruth Lane which takes me off Medford to Middle Country across from the gas station off Randall.  This makes this loop probably the least trafficked loop that I have.  There was nobody out this morning making for a beautiful start and was greeted by stars rather than clouds. The temp was 52 degrees ,but it felt milder.  I did 8.63 miles in 1:57:08 for a 13:34 min per mile walking pace.  I thought this was a good week of training and things in life seem to be looking up thanks to the guidance of the Lord.  Lord willing going to the Toby Mac, Britt Nicole, and Colton Dixon concert in the city tonight. Have a blessed weekend--God is good!

Wednesday/Thursday

Yesterday was a vacation day, but due to my wife having a minor procedure(she is fine) and restless children it was not a restful day.  My stats aren't as updated as usual as my watch and phone are not syncing properly right now.  I do know that I did 10.3 yesterday on the Longwood/Medford/Kastle plus Apple Court yesterday and 8.61 today on Medford/Randall/Woodlot.  Yesterday I saw a runner out on Randall or Shoreham and today I saw the same runner on Randall of Ridge.  I saw something big go down on Ridge Road as I saw 10 plus police, ambulance, and detective cars at one of the residences.  Today I met up with my good friend Arlem on Woodlot.  Looking forward to what the Lord has in store. God Bless!

Slower on Randall PLus Extra

 It was a quiet 4:23 am and the temp was 52 degrees.  I just didn't have quick turnover today with the exception of mile 2.  The good news is that the rain held off for the entire workout.  I was just sort of in the moment, not the usual mind thinking about everything besides the workout.  Despite my effort the speed was just not there.  The long day yesterday took it's toll.  Good news is--church tonight.  I am filling in for my wife with the kids as she is on a cleanse right now and will be momentarily detained.  This was the rare day when I was thinking that I did not feel like going a little longer tomorrow on the holiday than my usual workouts.  Usually I am excited at the thought of doing a greater distance, but fatigue has a way of toning the excitement down. Have a blessed day! Did 8.69 in 1:58:44 for 13:40 per mile walking pace.

Nice Start

I got out the door at 4:22 am.  The temp was 34 and the air was still.  I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot loop for 8.6 miles in 1:52:12 for a 13:03 minute per mile walking pace.  I felt ok although the weekend was crazy and my sleep was less than optimal.  Yet, through the trials I am blessed.Have a blessed day!

A Good Finish

 I did 8.68 miles in 1:57:57 for a 13:35 minute per mile walking pace.  The good finish has to do with a good week of training with the extra demands of my wife being gone. My wife is the engine that makes things run.  She does so much so well that it is easy to take her for granted.  I did the Randall Plus Extra loop which is different from the Medford/Randall?Woodlot loop.  The temp was 64 and it was foggy--so the workout was done in short-sleeves and shorts--and that in November.  The deer were snorting and rumbling about. I passed a couple of people early which seems so creepy as you don't expect to see others before 5 am.  Have a blessed day!

A Bit Later

  I headed out later art 4:24 since Jace was at his dad's.  I did the same loop as yesterday as I like the feel of it.  I did 8.59 miles in 1:53:37 for a slightly slower than yesterday 13:14 minute per mile walking pace.  I did a set of goblet squats so perhaps that is responsible for the slight lag in time. I am enjoying having my daughter Ericka and my granddaughters at my house for a couple of days.  I am so blessed. Two plus days until Charlotte comes home. Have a blessed day.

Better Day

My watch alarm got my attention once again at 3:50 am.  I was tired ,but the daily routine slowly brought me out of my stupor.  A nice coffee is always a great way to start the day.  I woke up in a more positive mood which was a great blessing.  I did 8.52 miles in 1:51:13 for a 13:03 walking pace. The pace did not seem too difficult as I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop.  I plugged my nose as I went by a house on the street that always reeks of weed.  It has been a good day so far.  Thank You Jesus for your strength!

Longing For

  I got out this morning again at 4:10 am.  I did the Longwood/Medford/Kastal loop for 8.63 miles in 1:53:28 for a 13:09 per mile walking pace.  I wake up and it seems a bit strange to be sleeping all alone. I do miss my wife who is still in the DR doing a short-term mission project.  It was a 48 degree morning with lightening skies at the end. 
  I find that every morning I go to work with tears in my eyes.  The ravages of divorce,poor choices , and the storms of life have taken it's toll on my family.   Things are bad ,but it seems as if me and my wife alone are grieving at the sadness of it all.  Through the tears I know that my Jesus will come through for my hope is in Him.  Have a blessed day!

Batching It

Headed out at 4:10 to allow me more time to get things done before work .  My wife is on a missions trip in the DR this week.  Did 8.52 in 1:22:06 for a 13:31 per mile walking pace.  Nice to see some sun at the end of the workout. God Bless