Thanks to Laurie from Meditations in Motion, I discovered a link up started by blogger Heather Gerwing. The fourth Saturday of each month (for me a Tuesday), Heather invites other bloggers to share their “Four Somethings”: Something Loved, Something Read, Something Treasured, and Something Ahead. Sharing these four somethings is a great way to recap your month and highlight what stood out to you. If you are a blogger, you may post your Four Somethings too!
1. Something Loved.
At this point in this HOT, HUMID summer, I have loved my Sunday time on Lake George. It has been peaceful and scenic but more importantly, an opportunity to cool off, relax and read.
Unlike other summers, it has NOT been an occasion to connect with friends and participate in social gatherings.
How have you kept cool this summer? Has it been different than previous summers?
2. Something Read.
I took a break from my borrowed mystery novel collection since our library has now opened for book pick-up.
This book is is narrated by 31-year-old Casey, who is struggling to finish writing her first novel while trying to handle college loan debts and her mother’s recent, unexpected death. In the mix is a love triangle.
I really enjoyed this book and loved how the main character evolved and how the story ended.
Have you read this or King’s other novels?
3. Something Treasured.
My Friends.
Of course, our times together are different. We are either 6 feet apart or on ZOOM but they are there for support and share our interests, worries, etc.
college friends with whom I went to France with
tennis friends
running/hiking buddies
They are all respectful of the need to stay safe. I have felt isolated by working from home. My friends have definitely added some normalcy to my life.
Have you been able to stay in touch with your friends?
4. Something Ahead.
A Race-cation??
Hopefully this will be in NH to run the Smuttynose Half Marathon. Ten of us have rented a house for 4 days.
If not, my next one is in February in Fla.
Sunday, Feb 14, 2021
Are you looking forward to any races that you have already registered for?
Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner).
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 are your somethings? Share at least ONE.
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Lake George looks amazing, Darlene! I would love to go there every weekend, too!
I have never heard or read anything by Lily King. Sounds interesting!
And nice to have a race-cation to look forward to!
Theoretically, my next race will take place on 6 September with 10’000 other runners… It still isn’t cancelled. I hardly think that is going to happen, though!
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Doubt your race will happen. So sad.
Not sure my race cation will happen. I would go even if the race is cancelled. Not sure everyone is as comfortable together. We’ll see.
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Hope the racecation works out! I definitely miss those. I am thankful we have a big enough yard that we’ve been able to see some friends in the yard while still staying far enough to feel safe.
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That’s great. Friends are important.
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One thing I have also loved is the ability to reconnect with friends during this time. But it also made me really appreciate in-person gatherings. I can’t wait until it’s safe to do larger gatherings again – it will be so enjoyable!
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Yes, we sometimes take our connections for granted. I hope you do see your friends in person soon!!
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I think in all this I’ve missed my friends the most. We’ve stayed in touch online and by phone but I can’t wait for a real outing with them. Nothing quite beats that.
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ZOOM was ok at first but not the same. Hope it is safe for you to see your friends soon.
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I tried Writers and Lovers and couldn’t get into it. My sister loved it, like you, so I will definitely go back to it.
I hope your live race takes place!
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I almost stopped reading it too. It grew on me.
I hope to race. We’ll see.
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That lake looks just perfect! Our October racecation was already cancelled. Hope yours goes on!
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Yes I know. So sad for you. Next year?
I doubt ours will happen but you never know.
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The half marathon I registered for that was supposed to happen in April was pushed to November. I really, really hope it actually happens. I hope your races happen as well!
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I hope both of our races happen. Such a sad racing 2020.
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I bet your Sundays on the Lake are so relaxing! I wish I had somewhere like that to go to. I hope you can do your upcoming races!
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I feel very lucky to be able to get away every weekend.
Fingers crossed for the race.
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Unfortunately no travel at all, not that I can see. I would be very surprised if Smuttynose is a go, but good luck. It’s a nice little town.
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So far yes but we may just go and have fun provided that everyone is comfortable staying in the same house and NH stays safe.
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I love that you’ve been able to see your friends so much!!
I see so many boats while running along the lakefront and it reminds me of you.
I have not registered for any races. I would like to do a few more half marathons to complete my goal.
Thank you for linking up with us!
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You will but maybe not until 2021.
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I haven’t read anything by that author.I am so glad you’re getting lake and friend time. My grandparents used to love to go to Lake George, but I have never been.
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Well, add that to your bucket list. Lol
It is a very popular place for folks from NJ.
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