Yes, I packed my bags and flew to Florida to visit friends and run a half marathon.
Last week –
- Monday – With more snow predicted, I decided that I best squeeze in another run. And I did.
just one UAlbany loop – it was the therapy that I needed after getting some bad news about a friend
- Tuesday – Yes, we got snow …AGAIN!!!!!. So I had to resort to the treadmill for a short run before tennis. I love being in town on a Tuesday to catch up with my tennis friends.
- Wednesday – I was worried that due to the weather, my flight would be cancelled. Luckily, it was not. So I took an early morning flight to West Palm Beach, FL and then I drove to Delray Beach to stay with a friend (who coincidentally just had knee replacement surgery.) We had a nice day at the pool, at a bird sanctuary and then dinner out.
- Thursday – Another day in paradise. Started the day with a run, followed by the pool. Then spent the afternoon at the beach. I had dinner with an old friend and ended the day watching the sunset.
- Friday – I decided to be smart today and rest. I took a leisurely walk and then met my college roommate for brunch. After a few errands, I drove to Vero Beach to pick up my race packet and then to Sebastian where my sister-in-law and her husband live. I carb loaded at an Italian restaurant and then relaxed at their home.
- Saturday – Race Day!! An early wake up and drive to Vero Beach. No problems and perfect weather. More about the race in my recap but the highlight was meeting a lady who was nervously running her first half marathon and running the whole race chatting and encouraging her.
Afterward I celebrated with drinks and lunch on the water, seeing the sights of Sebastian before heading off to Hobe Sound where I would be spending my final two nights.
- Sunday – I felt very fresh so started the day with an easy run. Then we spent the afternoon relaxing on the beach.
I celebrated my last night in Florida with an awesome seafood dinner
This Coming Week –
- Monday – 4 miles in Stuart, brunch with a friend, fly home
- Tuesday – rest day, tennis?
- Wednesday – train to NYC, 4 miles?
- Thursday – 4 miles in NYC
- Friday – rest day, train home
- Saturday – 4 slow miles
- Sunday – Shamrock Shuffle 5M Race
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What a lovely week! I am so sorry I couldn’t join you this weekend! Sometimes, the size of this state is totally overwhelming!
I can’t wait to see how the half went. I know it wasn’t the race you planned to do, but I would be curious to see how it was!
My allergies are in full flux right now – the pollen is coming in thick and hard, combined with the fluctuating temps (30s one day, 80s the next). It’s a mess. My running is going – my half is in a couple of weeks, and while I’m ready for it, I wish I felt better right now.
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It’s funny that you say that. I coughed and sniffed by whole time in Florida and now I’m fine.
The race was not what i planned but I had fun and that’s what matters.
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So happy that you were able to fly to much warmer weather last week! Looking forward to reading your race recap!
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it wasn’t the race I had planned but it sure was fun.
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Looks like an awesome week of running! I’m jealous of your Florida travels.
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Running in perfect weather is the best.
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Sounds like a great week for you! Glad you found a half to run. I totally enjoyed my short stay in Florida. I wish I was still there!
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It looked like you had fun. Jealous that you got to see MB. So glad that you ran that race too.
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YAY for warmer weather!!! I’ve always wanted to run a race by the beach somewhere.
I hope you have a fabulous week ahead!!
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The beach is my happy place and I had a wonderful time.
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How nice that you got a chance to escape the snow and cold for a bit! I think it’s great that you helped encourage another runner through her first half! Looking forward to your recap.
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It was very rewarding. Sometimes you need to forget about finish times.
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Wow, what a great week – from snow to sunny Florida. Great that you got to see so many friends too.
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It was a perfect vacation.
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Kind of jealous of your weekend in Florida! I could use a few days in the sun
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It had to feel great to escape winter if only for a short time. FLorida sunshine is always welcome. Lately our winter hasn’t been too bad. Knock wood, we’ve been pretty snow-free for awhile now. I’m ready for it to warm up though.
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Our winter has been relentless.
Florida was so needed. I didn’t want to leave.
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Glad you had a great time in Florida! We’re headed to Orlando on Sunday afternoon….no races happening while I’m there, but am hoping to do a couple of runs in the sunshine!
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Have fun. The sunshine feels so great and not wearing all those layers…Enjoy!
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I’m admittedly a tad jealous of those Florida travel pics, haha. I’m getting tired of the snow up here and a trip to warm weather sounds pretty fantastic right about now!
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it was fantastic and so needed. But now I’m back to another snowstorm.
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I SO need a vacation. You, Wendy, a few of my other friends — all galavanting about! Major FOMO.
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I’m back and it’s COLD. That relaxed vacation feeling is a mere memory.
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I bet FL felt great after all the snow and cold!
How fun to help a newbie at her first half! I love that 🙂
Happy Spring!
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Sounds like a perfect vacation, filled with friends, good food, and of course plenty of running! Have a great week!
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It was perfect. Wish it were longer.
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Yay for a brief escape to Florida for some time with friends and to run a race! How nice of you to run the entire race with somebody who was running their first half marathon. I can’t wait to read the full recap!
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It was a fun experience for sure.
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We too had more snow last week but I ended up going out in the first part of our snow storm to get my run it. We’re expecting another storm tonight. Though I love winter, I’m done with it.
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Same. Enough is enough.
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I’m glad you made it to FL without any travel problems! It looks like the weather was perfect during your visit. You sure do know how to pack a lot into one trip too! It’s wonderful you were able to connect with so many friends/relatives. Congrats on another half marathon. Thanks for linking!
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Yes, the weather was absolutely perfect. Wish I could have stayed longer so I didn’t have to squeeze everything in.
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