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Weekly Run Down for 11.17.24-11.24.24: STEM Ends…


After 9 weeks of Couch to 5k, today is the big race.  First 5k for the STEM participants.

Last Week –

  • Sunday – The morning started out cold but it warmed up and I took advantage of my free time to go on a road trip.

My friend is not a runner or a hiker but she likes shopping and ice cream…

we spent the day roaming the shops in in Lenox, MA and then had ice cream in Lee, MA.

  • Monday – Back to WFH and tonight was week 9 of our STEM 5k training for new runners.

30 min. running straight

  • Tuesday – I had to go into the office today and cancel my after work hair appt.

I learned last week that a former co-worker died suddenly. For over 20 year, we taught side by side. I taught French and he taught Spanish. We bonded over the fact that we were exactly the same age… and so for my bday, he brought me Napoleons (his uncle owned an Italian bakery) and I baked him an apple pie. He was also the track coach and he ran everyday and even completed the Boston marathon. Of course, at that time, I thought running was crazy. He was still teaching and coaching when he died but now he biked rather than ran and laughed when he found out that I became a runner.

To make a long story short, he had a heart attack and tonight was the wake…

He never boasted about his running accomplishments.  I had no idea how good he was when he was young until after he died, I looked up his stats…

2:24 finish in Boston, Olympic trials…

  • Wednesday – Teaching live for the next three days (I had to miss the funeral) … that meant morning Starbucks and a run after work.

Although I usually volunteer only on Mondays for STEM, I decided to join the group today.  One of the participants would not be able to do the race on Sunday so we decided to have our own informal 5k for her and many of the other participants joined her.

congrats Tiffany

  • Thursday – Same as Wednesday except, my run was replaced by my hair appt.
  • Friday – Same but mah jongg in the evening, some of my running friends and I signed up to do a walk on a local trail.

It rained ALL day and so it was only Deb and I who ventured out on this walk.

the rained stopped and it was lovely…

  • Saturday – Long Run and Brunch. Since I had a 5k race scheduled for the next day and I wasn’t sure what I’d be doing.

Judy & I decided to run 3 miles and then walk 3… and join all the others for brunch.

windy, chilly not a picture perfect ay but at leas t no rain

Afterward, I picked up my bib for the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving…

  • Sunday – Upstate Classic 5k.  I mentored the STEM group of new runners so I will be there to support them.

I may be running or walking or run/walking.  No matter what, it will be a rewarding experience.

spring 2024 race…

In the evening, I have anniversary dinner planned to celebrate 16 years of playing mah jongg.

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – DAY OFF – run, lunch with my SIL
  • Tuesday – run, walk with BFF
  • Wednesday – walk
  • Thursday – Troy Turkey Trot 10k
  • Friday- mah jongg at my house
  • Saturday – Long Run (and Brunch)
  • Sunday – walk/hike

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – Upstate Classic 5k Race Recap
  • Friday –  Runfessions

Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this fall/winter? Planning any Turkey Trots? How’s your weather? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

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20 thoughts on “Weekly Run Down for 11.17.24-11.24.24: STEM Ends…”

  1. I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your coworker! He was so young. Interesting how he was such a prolific runner, yet died of heart disease. Sobering, for sure.

    Have fun today at the 5k! I am sure your mentees appreciate your support!

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  3. sorry to hear about your friend I am sure that has been really hard for you . Life is just so short and definitely made for appreciating every day. Enjoy your time with your group today. Happy Thanksgiving

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  4. Ugh, i’m sorry about your coworker. Sounds like he was doing everything right- just goes to show that none of us are immune. It’s sad.

    Other than that, it sounds like you had a nice week. The STEM runs sound amazing and very rewarding. I hope you’re out there having fun today!

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  5. So sorry to hear about your friend’s passing. Sounds like he was a great guy, and a fantastic role model in many ways. I hope your run went well today!

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    • Yes it is still crowded… that’s why I’ve only done the 10k. It’s more scenic (run over the bridge) and it’s not crowded and starts early -8 am.

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  7. So sorry to hear about your former co-worker’s sudden passing. Sounds like he was an impressive runner — not just because he was so speedy but because he didn’t brag about it. 😉

    I hope the 5K went well!

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  8. I’m so sorry to hear about your friend/previous coworker. It sounds like he was quite the accomplished athlete.

    I hope your STEM runners all had great races today.

    Have fun on Thursday at your turkey trot. Happy Thanksgiving!

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