Since it’s Tuesday, I’m joining the link-up organized by Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner)
The Topic for today was: Summer Bucket List
I think I posted about this last year and it included such things as:
- Racing on the weekend
- Long runs in preparation for fall half marathons (or marathon)
- Playing tennis outdoors
- Participating in ARE Trail Series and SOAR group runs
- Running in different places around the state esp. in NYC
- Going to Saratoga Race Track
- Boating on Lake George
- Hiking
Now with this Pandemic, obviously my bucket list plans have changed:
- Racing on the weekend
What races?
Last summer, there were many:
This summer??
There’s still a slight possibility that my August half marathon will happen…very slight!! Hopefully a shorter small race or two will happen before Sept 22.
April 19th race postponed until August 29….
Long runs in preparation for fall half marathons (or marathon)
Yes, I am trying to keep up my 10 mile base. So far so good. But it’s hard with the heat and keeping the 6 ft distance from my running friends. But at least I’m not running all those miles alone.
- Playing tennis outdoors
A big NO here. My Tuesday evening group disbanded in favor of playing on clay during the day. I am still working. Though, I could pursue finding others to play with, I have switched my focus to running, walking and hiking after work.
tennis friends
I used to play tennis EVERYDAY especially in the summer. I miss it!! But at least I still see my friends. I am sure I will play again often if I ever retire.
- Participating in ARE Trail Series and SOAR group runs.
The Trail Series that I did with my friends last year has been cancelled.
I am running mostly solo during the week, fitting it around my work schedule.
I may participate in some Ice Cream Group Runs that will be organized.
- Running in different places around the state and in NYC.
No traveling for work. That means just running locally in the same places!!
Last year:
- Going to Saratoga Race Track
The races have been cancelled for spectators. This has been a tradition for my friend and I – For over 30 years we have been going to breakfast and then watching the races.
Boating on Lake George
Yes, this will happen. Many restrictions, of course. No fireworks, no events or craft fairs…. MASKS!
We’ll see how it goes. The lake will be there. It will be beautiful but camping, docking, eating, socializing….????
Last summer:
This summer:
Hiking
I plan to do this all summer. I have been hiking during the pandemic. I have acquired a new hiking friend. This is one the highlights of the pandemic for me.
One big downer is that the Hikeathon that I signed my hubby & I up for (for the first time) has gone virtual.
in fact, Pinnacle Pt, the hike we signed up for is still closed
Last summer:
This summer:
As they say: This too shall pass!
I am healthy. My family and friends are healthy.
Life is good!
I’m also linking up here:
Formerly the Running Coaches’ Corner, it’s back with new co-hosts Coach Debbie Runs, Running on Happy, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Mile by Mile, Runs with Pugs, and Fauxrunner.
Happy Running! What is on your summer bucket list? How has it changed from last summer? Please share.
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Nice that you can improvise, Darlene!
I think this is one lesson I take from the pandemic – there are things closer to home that are beautiful, too.
This summer, I am planning to do more hiking in the Swiss mountains. Local and beautiful.
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Oh I looked Switzerland esp. Zurich. But haven’t been in many many years.
This pandemic has made me appreciate places right in my backyard.
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Just wondering, why clay? Is it easier on the joints? Too bad you’ve lost playing tennis with your friends but it’s great that you all can still get together to socialize.
At least you have Lake George and boating…that will make it feel like a normal summer for you. Somewhat, anyway. Will any of us have a “normal” summer?
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Yes. We old folks need the sift surface. Like trails versus concrete.
You are right. My husband says Lake George is not the same. But it’s something
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I love how its still possible to get outside and enjoy nature during this pandemic. We may not have races or our social activities but enjoying the beauty of nature is still possible and I’m going to try to make the most of that!
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I am trying. There are many hidden treasures
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I think it’s super smart to continue to do your long runs this summer in anticipation for Fall races. If there isn’t a second wave of COVID some races may happen.
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Maybe. Fingers crossed
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It’s been a crazy year, but you are rocking the hiking trails! Keep it up!
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That’s too bad that the hikathon went virtual. Still, you can hike. Not too shabby.
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Well I could always hike. This year it was on a Sunday so I didn’t have to work and could finally participate.
At least it is free.
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It’s weird to have such a blank slate for summer, isn’t it? SO far, my 4th of July race is still on, but that will be a very small event (in comparison to years past). At least we can still run and maintain our bases…we’ll be SO ready for that first start line (when it happens).
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I hope so. I wonder if I’ll remember how to run fast.
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It’s weird to have such a blank slate for summer, isn’t it? SO far, my 4th of July race is still on, but that will be a very small event (in comparison to years past). At least we can still run and maintain our bases…we’ll be SO ready for that first start line (when it happens).
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It’s weird to have such a blank slate for summer, isn’t it? SO far, my 4th of July race is still on, but that will be a very small event (in comparison to years past). At least we can still run and maintain our bases…we’ll be SO ready for that first start line (when it happens).
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Trying not to look back at last year. Looking ahead…
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Very good idea.
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Things sure do look alot different this year! Its too bad there’s so many things you can’t do, but its good to focus on what you can do! The boating should still be fun, even with some restrictions in place.
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Trying to be positive. What else can you do? It would be worse to be sick.
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I would certainly make time for those ice cream runs! Boating and hiking sound great too. Our summer definitely looks different this year!
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There’s one today…the problem is that I have to wait until 6 pm to run so we’ll see.
Yes at least they can’t close the lake or the trails.
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Boating! Yes! Anything near the water is on my list during the summer. There are so many changes to what this summer looks like it’s just crazy!
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I know. Yes I love being near or on the water.
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There’s definitely a huge difference between last summer and this. I’m also trying to keep up a 10 miles base (really the first time in about 10 years that I’ve done that) in hopes that there will be some racing in the fall. We’ve been driving an hour once a week to a lake where my husband can swim and I can run in some cool weather. Because of the circumstances that feel like such a vacation day!
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Same here. Our lake is a little over an hour away and it’s our get-away for the summer
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I’m in for the ice cream runs for sure!
This isn’t like what any of us have planned, but you are doing great with making the most of it. I hope you are able to get back to tennis soon!
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No tennis for awhile.
I’ve had ice cream two nights in a row.
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For sure things have been very different. Of course no one had an idea of what was going to happen. I love how you’ve been able to make the best of it in a situation that is out of our hands.
Thank you for linking up with us!
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Trying to be optimistic but it’s not easy.
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