A Bit Better at The Bluebird

 I headed out at around 6 this morning. I had some problems last night coughing, because the heater in my room was drying out my throat. I even considered going to the Irving store to get cough medicine. I instead, turned the heat down and drank water. That solution worked. I did the same routine with the exception that I went down the Johnson Point road at the end of East Kennebec road. I felt a little fresher with a little bit of pep in my step. I did 8.4 in 2:35:53 for an 18:33 minute per mile pace with an average cadence of 114 spm with an average power of 117w with an average heart rate of 99 bpm with an elevation gain of 665 feet at an all out effort of 9 at 35 degrees. I had good visits with my daughters and their families.

Surprise in Machias

  I went to bed expecting to be making a trip to the Urgent Care in Ellsworth, since I had just about completely lost my voice and was not feeling well. I slept in late and was not feeling my best, but I noticed that my voice was better. I drank my coffee and took my meds and vitamins. I ended up walking down the East Kennebec Road. I was pleased that I felt decent and sauntered along some beautiful coastline. Here are the stats- 8.43 miles in 2:44:38 for a 19:31 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 73 bpm at an average cadence of 110 spm with an average power of 109w with an elevation gain of 590 feet with a moderate effort of 4 at 43 degrees. I ended up doing the up and back at Shackford’s head and did a quick loop around and through town at Eastport. I had a great supper with Kim and Antonio. God has blessed me with a wonderful family! God bless you ! I am writing this from the Bluebird Motel in Machias.

Small Victories

  I have been feeling the effects of a cold. So far, so good. It’s just when you are visiting you are always mindful of your hosts. I know that my parents are paying attention to my every move so that they are ready for me. It will be good to be on the road for a couple of days, even though I treasure my visits with my parents. I do enjoy my alone time. I did Robbins to the top of Howe Hill and back to Seacoast to Barnestown to 2 x Church street and back . I did 8.51 miles in 2:26:28 for a 17:12 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 97 bpm at a cadence of 122 spm at an average power of 132w with an elevation gain of 681 feet at a hard effort of 8 at a drizzly 41degrees. I am common the Lord to keep me healthy through the journey. Lord willing off to downeast Maine.

Sunday/Monday in Midcoast Maine

  I decided to do a stroll on a slightly extended version of my standard loop through Camden. I did 4.01 miles in 1:23:13 for a 20:43 minute per my pace with an average heart rate of 72 bpm with an elevation gain of 363 feet with an average cadence of 107 spm with an average power of 108w at an easy effort of 3 at a drizzly 38 degrees in Camden. 

   I did 2 x Barnestown loop and 2 x out and back on the Church Street for 8.12 miles in 2:13:47 for a 16:28 minute per mile pace with an heart rate of 80 bpm with an elevation gain of 704 feet at an average cadence of 123 spm at an average power of 142w at an all out effort of 9 for a drizzly 36 degrees.Today has been productive. I am annoyed to have a cold which I thought that I was going to escape. It’s not super detectable, but I’m a guy and handle colds with ease like my wife. I had a good strength workout and helped my dad out by pruning his apple trees. Life is an adventure, and I’m trying to handle the things that I want to accomplish with this cold. Kind of pathetic, but I’m not the best at not being 100% . Have a blessed day!

Friday Before Vacation

  This week went fairly smoothly. I chipped away in my preparations for me trip to Maine. Each trip serves an important purpose in staying in contact with my daughters and enjoying time with my healthy but aging parents. I like the trips that Char comes with me, but that is not always possible. So there is a bit of sadness that I experience when I leave, but at the same time I enjoy the solitude and chance to visit my forever home of Maine. I did the Kastal, Woodlot, Randall loop doing 7.60 miles in 2:01:06 for a 15:56 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 118 bpm with an elevation gain of 137 feet at an average cadence of 125 spm at an average power of 138w at an all out effort of 9 at 38 degrees. Lord willing my next workouts will take place in Hope and Machias Maine. Looking forward to the visit and my travels. God bless you!

Another Day a Different Route

 Unintentionally, I have done a different route each day. This morning was another cool one. I got out at the average time of average. So I couldn’t do a longer route. I ended up doing the 3 x Ryan and 4 x Woodlot Hill figure 8 route. I did 7.10 miles in 1:58:07 for a 16:38 minute per mile pace at an average cadence of 125 spm at an average heart rate of 105 bpm with an elevation gain of 241 feet at a moderate effort of 6 at a cool 35 degrees. I was hoping to get to the longer Randall route, but I didn’t want to push it. Thankfully the Lord has guided me safely and healthily through this week. I had a nice talk with my brother this morning and made it into the parking lot. Thank you Lord for your provision!

Feeling Like Winter

 Today went pretty much according to schedule. I ended up doing my old standard 7 of Ridge/Kastal twice, two short out and backs, plus 3 x Ryan for 7.07 miles in 1:56:52 for a 16:31 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 74 bpm at an average cadence of 126 spm at an average power of 131w with an elevation gain of 208 feet at an all out effort of 9 at 29 degrees. 

   There was a chill in the air, but I wasn’t bothered as I had the proper gear on. The skies were dark yet clear. I tried to think positive and pray, but mainly my mind was tired. My trip to work was affected by the major slowdown on the Meadowbrook which cost me a parking spot in the school parking lot. Today’s work day has been off with a set-back on the state test. Thankful to the Lord for allowing me to get done what is necessary. Thank you Lord!