Training Log Archive: kissy

Reston Turkey Trot 5K

I ran a 5K last year in Omaha with Caitlin and Jill, and it was fun, so I thought I'd do it again. And it was fun again. It was great weather, although a little windy. There were a lot of people at the race, some in costume, families with strollers, very fast runners, etc.

I wanted to finish under 40:00, and it turns out that was pretty much not a stretch goal. And then home to continue cooking.

C • Great Weather 3

I worked from home today, so I was able to get in a lunchtime run. I used the Peloton app to run intervals, which worked out great.

It feels a little odd to be home for Thanksgiving since for the past few years, I've driven out to Colorado and Nebraska to see my kids. But when Graham moved back east, he brought the Black Beast back with him, so now she's back with me. She used to be such a good car dog, very eager to go anywhere, but now she does not like the car at all. She won't hop up into the back, so I have to basically lift her in which isn't easy since she becomes a 60 pound squirming bundle with 4 legs flying everywhere. And once she's in, she just sits and quivers the entire time. So, no cross country drives for her.

That means Thanksgiving at my sister Karin's, who only agreed to do it if we all pitched in. I'm making 2 pies -- apple and cherry, stuffing, roasted brussels sprouts and shallots, rolls, and candied sweet potatoes. It will be a house full of people and plenty of food. What's not to like about that?!?