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July 12, 2005

One year ago this week ...

I started easing my mileage up from my regular running after taking a week off. It was the kickoff of my own version of a Summer of Malmo. And I told myself when I started it that I'd do it and I'd enjoy it whatever the outcome in February (which is a good thing 'cuz the outcome in February weren't so purty.)

I think I'll always look back on last summer and fall as a really good time, when I was braving the summer and indian summer heat, subjecting myself to a certain amount of ridicule from my more "normal" running friends, and giving just about everything I had to see what I was made of.

I hope I have another one in me for some other summer. And I hope I carry some of that summer in my legs with me forever so I can put it to good use some day.

Posted by jenandmats at July 12, 2005 9:30 PM

Comments

That's the first time I've ever read Summer of Malmo. After reading it, I can see why you went "crazy" with your running last year. I predict the pendulum is swinging back the other way. First, a run in Montana. Then an 8 miler (bringing back old memories). Next, a reflection on the Summer of Malmo. And, the session is shaping up (apparently) and you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I think the monster is waking up . . .

Posted by: joe at July 13, 2005 8:37 AM

You are brave for training through summer in Austin. Ugh, February was pretty evil at the marathon. It's great to hear from you again and see you back blogging.

Posted by: Leilani at July 13, 2005 9:57 PM

The monster is stirring, but he's just got one eye open and is checking things out before he commits to waking up and starting the hunt! Dang it's hard to get fired up when it's hot outside ...

Posted by: jenandmats at July 14, 2005 12:44 PM