
One week to go!!! Gulp!
Last Week –
- Sunday – I finally returned to the gym…
After some stuff done in the house and some errands, I decided that it was too nice a day to waste.
So I headed out to do some leaf peeping.
Hike #1:
Hike #2:
Both hikes were short and easy. But I was happy that my legs felt great (even after the 20 miler the day before.)
- Monday – WFH all week. Yay.
After work, I squeezed in a visit with my granddaughter.
It was week 5 for the STEM group and so that was my run for the day.
- Tuesday – Another busy work day but at least I was able to get out after work for a walk with a friend. 80 degrees!!
- Wednesday – Today I had to get my run done at lunch…

not sure if I was sleep deprived or experiencing a delayed recovery from the 20 miler, but this run was a struggle
because I was getting together for dinner with a friend.
- Thursday – I started the day at the gym..
The only time for run was after work…
I headed to end of the rail trail hoping I would feel better than the day before…
- Friday – Another WFH day (and afternoon visit to the office)
and then mah jongg in the evening.
- Saturday – Last Long Run!
I debated on how much to run. My plan said 12 miles.
Again I enlisted the help of my running friends.
I ran the first few miles with Barb and the last 5 with Stan.

past peak with lots of fallen leaves… bumped into some other friends along the way… perfect day for my last long run
- Sunday – Gym visit planned and a walk/hike – weather dependent. Start packing? Weather stalking…
This Coming Week on the Run –
- Monday – DAY OFF – gym, (get Ali tix), hike, run (with STEM)
- Tuesday – gym, walk with friends
- Wednesday – chiro appt, farewell dinner for a friend
- Thursday – run (last one!!)
- Friday- gym, mah jongg
- Saturday – early train to NYC, Ali on the Run live show, lunch with Cari, expo, carb load dinner
- Sunday – NYC Marathon!!!!
This Coming Week on the Blog –
- Tuesday – Favorites About Fall Running
- Friday – Ultimate Coffee Date
Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this fall? Are the temps cooling down where you live? Peak foliage? Please share.

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woot!!! You’re almost there! Nice job getting the runs done and keeping consistent. Sweet pic of the little princess 😉
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she is darling…
thanks – one week from today. Yikes!
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I’m excited for you and can’t wait to read all about your NYC miles. Good luck and more importantly have fun out there
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My goal is to PR in fun…
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Well, you had some challenges this training cycle but you got it done! I’m VERY excited for you (I’m going to start weather stalking on your behalf.) I’ll be watching on TV!
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Excited too. And nervous. Thanks for your support.
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Yay! You’re almost there! I hope the weather is cool and dry for you!
Thanks for sharing the fall foliage — love those trees!
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Trees are exceptionally nice this year.
And I hope at least the weather is good next Sunday.
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Your granddaughter is growing up fast!
Leaf peeping is a wonderful expression. Your areas there look stunning!
Enjoy your taper week. I can’t wait to hear about your race.
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Thanks. One week to go.
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So exciting to see your granddaughter walking!
I’m very excited for you to run NYCM! you got this!
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I certainly hope so. No more after this one.
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How fun that you’re going to the Ali on the Run Show live! I’m sure that could be a recap in itself. Good luck at the NYC Marathon and most importantly have fun! Can’t wait to hear all about it.
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Tickets open at noon. Fingers crossed.
And yes I am trying to be positive and enjoy the pain I mean race
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I’m so excited to see you feeling good and healthy for this big race! Woohoo! Keep that bubble wrap handy 🙂 I need to put my name in the lottery for it. Maybe it should be my next Major!
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Next year. I’ll come cheer.
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Your granddaughter is standing strong there!! Lovely leaves, thank you, and hope you’re having a good taper, right in it now!
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Yes. I’m relaxing this week.
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What a fun week- I’m so excited for you! best of luck and smile and enjoy! 🙂
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Thanks.
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