I've been running again

I've run only a handful of times since completing the race last month. Four times to be exact. All on the treadmill. I have come to loathe the treadmill. This morning, after a spirited 20 minute treadmill run, I decided that I'm going to run outside again tomorrow. I'm thinking Gasworks Park? I would love to do Leschi, but it just takes too long to drive over there....and that extra half-hour of sleep sounds so delicious!

I watched Wacarra finish the Seafair half-marathon in 75 degree heat yesterday, so I'm inspired and ready to get back to business. I am contemplating another half-marathon in the late fall, early November'ish. I am reconsidering the Hartford, CT half.... I have a free domestic airfare ticket burning a hole in my pocket! We'll see how it goes. This heat really sucks.

The post that has nothing to do with running

Just wanted to post a few pics from last weekend's California roadtrip! We had so much fun! And it was so great to see the sun again.

Top down!

Random pullout along highway 1, near Big Sur

Ostrich farm in Buellton

Relaxing in Solvang

Hollywood walk of fame

Monterey Bay Aquarium

More cuteness

Windmill near Morro Bay
Pacific Ocean

Man feeds ostriches; drama ensues

Here's a little video from our roadtrip. This is Raj attempting to feed the ostriches in Buellton, CA. Apparently they are borderline dangerous and unlike pigeons they do bite, so be careful the next time you are accosted by one.

This didn't keep me from laughing, however.

More pics to come.