August 6, 2007
day 37
I took my dad to the Blue Jays vs Yankees game today in Toronto for his birthday. We had a great time, especially when we found out who was also watching the game!
That's right, I spent the afternoon with David Beckham ... a mere half a stadium apart.
I got run 37 in this morning before going to pick up the birthday boy. I don't look forward to morning runs the day after a long run, the last four weeks have proven they are not fun. I started out tentatively, short strides and an easy pace to test out my legs. I was pleasantly surprised that it took less than a minute to feel comfortable. The whole run was really good. My legs felt better than they did yesterday.
After dropping my dad home, I had this sudden craving for an ice cold can of orange crush. I never want orange crush, it's my least favourite of all the pops. While typing this I have downed the whole can. It was simply de.lic.ous.
Posted by Ali at August 6, 2007 7:46 PM
Comments
How funny! I had a thing for grape soda so bad that I actually made a special trip to the store just for it!
Have you ever heard of those guys that have run EVERY DAY for YEARS? I think you're on to something here.
Posted by: Tea at August 6, 2007 8:46 PM
it's great hearing about your run-athon. maybe it's not always fun for you but your enthusiasm shows through.
about Orange Crush - when i used to fish with my dad he would pick up a couple of beers for himself and a can of orange soda for me - even as i got way past drinking age.
Posted by: deene at August 7, 2007 11:13 AM
Why does it not surprise me that Beckham was at a Yankees game?
I know it may seem slightly irrelevant, but it must be said: go A's!
Posted by: norabarnacle at August 7, 2007 11:39 AM
Sounds like you had fun.I haven't drank any pop in years.Happy birthday to your Dad.Just keep running!!!!
Posted by: rae at August 7, 2007 12:09 PM
I love orange crush almost as much as I love the grape crush. Mmmmmm. It's like liquid candy.
Posted by: Vanilla at August 7, 2007 2:29 PM
shortly after i started training for my first marathon, when the distances started getting up to like 8-10 miles, i started craving anything and EVERYTHING orange.
especially orange marmalade. i go through about a jar a month
Posted by: justjunebug at August 7, 2007 4:58 PM
i miss becks. we want him back :)
Posted by: londonjogger at August 7, 2007 5:47 PM
I found your blog through someone else who frequents the Runner's World beginner's forum. I just wanted to say that you are so inspiring! I'm definitely not up to an "athon" yet, but hopefully one day! Anyway, I mentioned you in my blog, and I just wanted to make sure that was alright. I hope that you have a terrific day! And thank you for being such an inspiration!
Posted by: Jes at August 7, 2007 9:48 PM