Its Been A While

Yes it has. Busy getting ready for Christmas. Even though we have all year to do so, still can find much to do in the last few days hours and minutes.
Last posted 12/09 so here's a catch up. Saturday 12/10 ran late in day. Slept in until 1pm. Family went shopping and woke me when they arrived home. Must have been one tired old man 'cause I can't recall the last time I slept that late in the day. Got out around 430 and did the 2.5 mile run/walk in about 30 minutes. Cold snowy and breezy. Typical December weather.
Monday 12/12 much the same as Saturday. The run/walk was uneventful other than all the snow. 30 minutes and no physical problems. I think it has snowed everyday since Thanksgiving with accumulations deep enough to require the use of the trusty snowblower almost daily. On at least two of those days I cleared the driveway twice. Damn.
Wednesday the 14th I did the same mileage in just 28 minutes. The wind was at my back on the way out and when I returned the wind shifted and blew me back. Another day with no problems to note.
Friday the 16th I didn't really feel up to going but I did. And the time showed. Almost 32 minutes. Just wanted to stay home. One of those days I guess. No energy or ambition. Saturday and Sunday I worked my 12 hour shifts so no running.
Monday the 19th I really considered doing the 4 mile around the block route but once I went out changed my mind. Felt stiff and balky. Don't think I stretched enough or something. Still managed 30 minute time though for 2.5 miles. Tuesday and part of today I wrapped Christmas gifts. I think they are all done now. I have a game table to assemble for the kids and should be ready for the big day. Do a little housekeeping and be good to go.
Today I did the run/walk in 29 minutes. It wasn't a struggle but I felt like I was pushing hard to get back. I think I need to up the mileage a bit each week now. Kind of gotten into a rut. 2.5 miles in about 28-30 minutes. Starting to be less a challenge than a chore. Need to up the mileage and run another route. Friday I'll do that. Maybe I'll just try going around the block. Not running the whole thing but as much as I feel I can do. Don't want to kill myself before Christmas.
Alrighty then. All caught up and ready for another day. Will run for beer.