Friday on Randall

I woke up a bit later , but was eager to conclude my weekly workouts. My plantar fasciitis was acting up a bit, but as I proceded my foot was ok. I notice a twinge but it is bearable. It was a bit humid feeling, but at least in the early morning hour it is tolerable. I fid 9.73 miles in 2:10:02 for a 13:21 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 139 feet with an average heartrate of 120 bpm. The temp was 67 degrees and 100 percent humidity. Taking my daughter and granddaughters to the Suffolk County farm Lord willing. Have a blessed weekend.

Rainy and Warm

The first three miles were uneventful.  Average pace average feel, but then the rain came. At times it was a downpour and at other times it was a drizzle. Fortunately, I decided to do the Ridge Road Loop which is protected by trees in many places. Truthfully I was unmotivated, but I knew thst if I persevered I could complete the workout. I have tried to add a bit of distance to the summer workouts. This week has been kind of low key , but I have been able to get the workouts in. Char is busy preparing to speak this Sunday and has been doing her’s and mist of her father’s weight watchers. Have a blessed day!

In The Vacation Groove

I woke up a little before 5 , but lingered around and read my Bible before taking to the streets. I decided to do the Longwood, Scenic Hills, Medford Loop again. I did 9.48 miles in 2:06:46 for a 13:22 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 362 feet with an average pulse of 117 bpm at a temperature of 61 degrees and humidity at 99 degrees. I just dropped Rebekah off at work and am picking up the church van to bring back the tables and chairs from home to the church. Of to work. God Bless!

Better Day

I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.48 in 2:04:58 for a 13:13 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 337 feet at a temp of 55 degrees with an average heartrate of 119 bpm. Got busy and almost forgot to post. Good day with wife and her family. Dropped Jon of at Laguardia and then ate at Boston Market in Queens. God is good.

First Day

Today was my first day off from school. After a weekend of graduation and visiting with my parents who traveled here I took off for my first summer workout. I dealt with some drama pretty much all weekend , but thanks to God things finished well. I gout out a bit past 5:30 am. I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.15 in 2:07:04 for a 13:52 minutes per mile pace with an elevation gain of 307 feet with an average pulse of 119 bpm at a temperature of 64 degrees at 99 percent humidity. The weather was perfect and it was good not to feel rushed. It has been a comfortably busy day doing chores around the house. Looking to the Lord for a great summer in Him!

Uncertainty

Today I woke up about half an hour later because my alarm was stopped by an alert on my watch that because I was sleeping I did not dismiss. I hurried along ,
Got put the door 15 minutes late, but made it to work on time. I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 8.69 miles in 1:56:07 for a 13:21 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 163 feet with an average pulse of 116 bpm at a temp of 64 degrees at 97 percent humidity. I am uncertain about a number of things right now, but I have a confidence in the Lord. Kim’s graduation this weekend along with Jace’s. My parents are coming down for the second time in 8 years and my inlaw John is arriving tonight. Kimberly’s mom is also coming down. A graduation party to boot. Let’s see what God is going to do!

Rainy Thursday

I heard it rain throughput the night so I was prepared for a wet workout. I god a hoodie reluctantly as it was warm and muggy, but I didn’t want to get soaked. I did the Scenic Hills, Longwood, Medford Loop again doing 9.12 miles in 1:55:24 for a 12:39 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 298 feet with an average pulse of 119 bpm at a temperature of 65 degrees at 100 humidity. A lot on my mind , but at least I had the Word of God in my heart after reading it before I for up. One more school day. God Bless!

Life by Faith

I woke up this morning with hope, not because of my circumstances but because Christ has given me hope. I did the Longwood Loop again doing 9.22 in 1:58:24 for a 12:50 per mile pace with an elevation gain of 311 feet with an average heartrate of 124 bpm at a comfortable temperature of 61 degrees and humidity at 77 percent. I know God has a plan for my life. I just need to live in obedience and faith. Have a blessed day!

Not Feeling Fleet in the Heat

I got in a lot of steps yesterday so my pace was off due to fatigue and humidity. I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.19 in 2:05:52 for a 13:40 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 297 feet with an average heartrate of 112 bpm at a temperature of 75 at 95 percent humidity. There was a breeze at times making it bearable. Busy day! God Bless!

Countdown

I had a good Monday morning workout on the Ridge Road Loop doing 9.38 miles in 2:03:37 for a 13:10 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 139 feet and an average heartrate of 118 bpm at a humid 68 degrees. I was seeking solitude as I approach graduation week. This week although exciting brings with it it’s challenges. I won’t elaborate, but the Lord is dearly needed. Have a most blessed day!

One Week(and counting)

I woke up early due to Jace and his friend Anthony(who is like family)getting up at 3:30 to go fishing. I drank my Seven/Eleven Coffee , read my Bible and headed out the door. I decided on the Longwood Loop doing 9.06 in 1:58:43 for a 13:05 minute per mile pace with no running or pick-ups involved. There was an elevation gain of 315 feet with an average heartrate of 124 bpm at a comfortable 56 degrees and 88 percent humidity. In 8 days my Kimberly and stepson Jace graduate from Longwood. Today is a Juneteenth celebration at RCA. Have a blessed weekend.

Peace & Quiet

I decided to do the Ridge Loop today as I was feeling in need of solitude once again. The weather was warm but comfortable with a nice breeze. I saw my splits which indicated fatigue which of course means that I was due for a slow time.  I decided to add 12 pick-ups which helped get me home in a more reasonable time. I did 9.17 in 2:02:01 for a 13:18 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 132 feet with an average heartrate of 111 bpm at a sunny 71 degrees.  The pick-ups helped pull me out of the duldrums. Things are hectic here at this final 9 days of the school year. God Bless you!

Ridge x Two

I did the Ridge Loop two days Tuesday/Wednesday. For Tuesday— 9.34 in 2:04:13 for a 13:17 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of of 153 and an average pulse of 139 bpm at a cool 47 degrees. Today I did 9.34 in 2:02:48 for a 13:08 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 187 feet with an average pulse of 118 bpm with a comfortable tmep of 60 degrees. Two good workouts in a row and strength work going well. God Bless!

Friday/Sunday/Monday

I did 9.26 in 2:03:42 for a 13:21 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 180 feet with an average pulse of 112 bpm with a temp of 55 with humidity at 100 percent. On Sunday I did the Greenway trail doing 7.5 miles in 1:56:06 with an average pace of 15:28 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 507 feet with an average pulse of 108 at a temp of 65 degrees and 63 percent humidity. Today I did the Scenic Hills, Longwood, Medford, doing 9.07 miles in 2:05:12 for a 13:48 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 310 feet with an average pulse of 131 bpm at a temperature of 57 degrees at 87 percent humidity. God is to be proused.

Wednesday/Thursday

On Wednesday I took the day off to attend my stepson’s BOCES graduation. Even though I didn’t go to school it proved to be a busy day.  I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 9.0 miles in 1:56:08 for a 12:53 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 163 feet with an average pulse of 128 bpm at a temperature of 52 degrees with humidity at 93 percent. Today I did Woodlot/Randall doing 9.2 mile in 1:52:37 for a 12:01 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 139 feet with an average pulse of 127 bpm. Glad to get the work in . God is good!

Tuesday’s Workout

I woke up quietly focused on the task ahead. Life has been filled with so many speed bumps that seem to display my weakness and my desperate need of Jesus. I did the same loop as yesterday doing 9.15 miles in 1:59:40 for a 13:04 minute per mile walking pace with an elevation gain of 347 feet with an average pulse of 116 bpm at a temperature of 52 degrees at 100 percent humidity. The days have neen long , but the Lord has given me strength. Time to get things started. God Bless!

Drizzly Monday

I did 9.19 in 2:02:10 for a 13:17 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 341 feet with an average pulse of 116 bpm at temp of 51 degrees at 99 percent humidity on the Scenic Hills/Longwood/Medford Loop.

Forever My Princess

In a way I am a king, I have 4 princesses
The each brought me so much joy the days they were born
Each little princess so unique and special in their own way
Yet, they were all the same in this— each one had a key to my heart
With a smile, a joke , or a famous line they entertained their dad
They would correct my mispeakings, laugh when I had food on my face, or if my pantleg was up
Though imperfect and struggling with their issues including a divorce that struck them all at such a young age
Their struggles and imperfections just made me love them more
At times it seemed as if they were trying to run away from my love
But little did they know that while you can run from love you cannot erase love
Love is a sacrifice that although spurned, cannot be earned , because love is freely given expecting nothing but hoping for everything 

Late but On Time

I woke up later, and got out the door later and still managed to get home around the same time. I did the Raynor/Ridge/Randall/Kastal Loop doing 9.05 miles in 1:52:52 for a 12:28 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 168 feet with an average pulse of 118 bpm at a temperature of 64 degrees at a foggy 100 percent humidity.  Writing this at home as I’m heading to work later due to a professional development. Have a most blessed day!