We got lucky with spring temps last week but this week, it seemed like winter again. Typical spring in the NE.
Fingers crossed that spring will return next week again.
Last Week:
- Monday – Nasty weather in the morning – cloudy, cold with very high winds. I decided to postpone my run until after work. At least the sun came out and it warmed up a bit but it still was very windy.
started out in the neighborhood but ended up on the rail trail – new sighting: a dog grave
Then I had to rush home for a mah jongg group book ZOOM. We discussed The Book of Lost Names. So fun to see everyone again (at least virtually.)
- Tuesday – A busy work day so I decided not to run and instead do a quick walk in the park at lunch
oops I forgot my phone so no pics. Did you walk in the park today??
and then a long walk with friends after work (followed by dinner with them). Unfortunately the evening ended badly with either a stomach flu or food poisoning (haven’t been that sick since I was kid.)
- Wednesday – Still a windy day and rain/snow predicted for later and tomorrow. Still not feeling 100% but decided to try an easy run at lunch. I drove to a nearby neighborhood.
warm but very windy, saw my first daffodils and didn’t puke…win win.
After work, I always have that cooped up feeling and decided that I needed some fresh air. And it hadn’t started raining…yet.
a long walk at Normanskill Farms = just what the doctor ordered
- Thursday – Ugly rainy day. Bike time at lunch and a walk with friends after work (back at the outside mall to stay dry). On my drive home, it started to sleet then snow.
still no blooms…poor cold daffodils
- Friday – Winter temps returned. Managed to squeeze in a cold walk at lunch. April (snow) showers bring May flowers, right?
maybe that’s why my Christmas Cactus is confused…
After work, I resorted to a mall walk and was treated to this on my way home. Glad I didn’t skip the walk.
- Saturday – Long Run Saturday. 12 miles on my schedule and I picked Zim Smith for our group run. We hadn’t been there in ages and we all love brunch after at Leah’s Cakery. Of course, that was the plan before our unexpected snowfall. Fortunately the path was clear, the sun was shining, no wind and the chilly temps actually were perfect for a long run. I ran the first 7 miles with Stan and Sherry. Luckily Stan left since his pace is way faster than mine. I ran the next 4 with Sherry and dragged myself through the last mile solo.
the best part was the chocolate milk, quiche and brownie recovery (and yes it was chilly after when you are sweaty).
- Sunday – Hiking Sunday continued but an early one since it was Easter and I had to go to dinner at my MIL’s. I was not expecting how much I loved this one (Beebe Hill Trails). A decent climb, pond and creek view, lean-to, old cemetery and a Fire Tower!! (more pics on FB & IG)
I need to go back when I have more time to explore the other trails here.
After a huge meal and this:
Ever heard of Duck Donuts? My first experience. Yum.
I decided on a second hike. This time it was a trail I had found out about but had forgotten about. It lets you view the Cohoes Falls from the opposite side. Th eonly problem was the MUD. I was covered to my knees lol
but I did make it to the end
This Coming Week on the Run –
- Monday – run, walk with BFF
- Tuesday – rest day, bike, walk with friends
- Wednesday – DAY OFF, run, hike
- Thursday – run, walk with friends
- Friday – rest day, bike, walk
- Saturday – Long Run (Taper 10)
- Sunday – rest day, bike, walk/hike
This Coming Week on the Blog –
- Tuesday – Five Year Predictions: Past and Future
- Friday – Advice for Recovering from the COVID Vaccine
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Happy Easter Darlene! Sounds like a fun and fulfilling week! Weather was all over the place here too. Great photos from your hikes. Normanskill Farm looks really neat!
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It’s neat. So many fun places to go. Not enough time. Lol.
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We definitely had some days this week that felt like winter again. Sorry you got sick but glad you felt better pretty quickly!
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I hope spring returns this week.
Yes it was short and seemed to be related to what I ate
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Sorry about the stomach bug. Never fun. You seemed to bounce back quickly.
Yesterday was a really nice day for a run.
A few of my daffodils had already bloomed, but they did bounce back and some haven’t bloomed yet anyway.
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I think it was the food but who knows. And yes yesterday was perfect. Hope race day is similar but warmer.
Thanks for the reminder about Waterford view of the falls. I knew about the trail but had forgotten. Got covered with mud up to my knees lol
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I may just have to wait until the park opens.
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High Boots. No dog or hubby and you can do it. It’s less than a mile to the falls. A friend of mine walked it too but we missed each other.
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I know it’s short, I know I can do — the husband & dog probably could too, actually, but not sure I really want to. There’s lots more to explore!
Too bad you missed your friend.
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don’t know about a dog…you have to jump over small muddy streams. He would need a bath lol.
That would have be funny since I see her rarely in person. But I am enjoying going solo. So relaxing going at your own pace.
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You did have a busy and active week! Way to get outside every day. Hope you had a nice easter today
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Ugh on the stomach bug. Glad it didn’t last long. Your dedication to getting outside is inspiring. I need a new after work routine. We have a Duck Donuts very close by. They are my favorite type (cake donuts) but luckily I’m not a huge donut fan.
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I’m not a big donut fan either. Other desserts I prefer.
I don’t have a treadmill so there’s that. But I did skip a run due to weather.
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Wow, you did have some crazy weather. Wind… sleet… snow… good job on getting outside so much in spite of it all. Are you training for a race? You did a twelve-miler and mentioned a “taper” coming up.
Love the sunset picture!
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Yes. Half marathon on April 17!! Very exciting.
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Winter most definitely resurged here this past week as well. With temps in the teens and high winds, it was miserable! Sorry to hear about the stomach bug. Those are the worst. Those donuts look delish. I’ve heard of Duck Donuts but I’ve no clue where to get them,
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They look better than they taste. But that didn’t stop me. Lol.
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It sounds like you had a great week of workouts! I think it must have snowed all the way up the east coast on Thursday. We even had snow flurries on our drive home from the farm.
We have a Duck Donuts near the beach house. In fact, they originated not too far south of Corolla (where our beach house is located) in Duck, NC. Everyone seems to love them, but I’m not a fan of their donuts…
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Not a fan either. There are other desserts I prefer.
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As crazy cold and winter-like it felt in Iowa last week, we avoided all precipitation. I think we’ll be making up for that this week….
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Oh no. Hope not.
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Happy Easter – sorry about the sickness and the snow, though. We even had a few flakes of snow today, very odd.
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Strange weather. I think we’re done with snow. At least I hope so. Today is nice out but still windy.
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Happy Easter!
I can’t believe it snowed! What is going on!
That hike looked so beautiful. I am investigating new spots for Thursday and hope I find something good.
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Happy Easter to you too. It’s not strange to have snow here in the spring. In fact it snowed on my birthday last year!!
Looking forward to see what hiking place you find for this week. I am trying to find one for Wed and then Sunday. We have so many to choose from.
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The weather was ridiculous and all over the place this week!
Sorry about the food poisoning 😦
Nice job on your 12 miler – it’s been ages since I’ve run that far!
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I have a half on April 17. You’ll be back there when you need to.
Yes crazy weather. Better this week.
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Welp We’ve got your weather here Darlene!!!
I know what you mean about being feeling cooped up after work. Honestly I’m soooooooo sick of working from home now.
UGH on the food poisoning!! awful!
glad you did get some good hikes in as well as your other activity.
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Working from home has its benefits – freedom of dress and travel but I miss getting dressed and seeing people face to face.
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Another great active week for you. I am sorry to hear you got sick but glad it didn’t last too long. Those donuts looks yummy! I am a big fan of donuts.
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Not a donut fan but they were pretty good.
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