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Last Run in Bolton Landing

It was a sad day.  I knew it would come eventually.  Our marina closed today so it was the last day to go out onto the lake.

It was also the last day I would run around Bolton 😦

For most of the summer I ran around the Sagamore grounds and the last few weeks when I’ve been trying to lengthen my runs, I’ve been running south on 9N.

So today I decided to combine them…6k around the Sagamore and 4 k down 9N.

It was chilly when we arrived …only in the 40’s but the sun went in and out so I still opted to wear shorts & a long sleeve shirt.  I was fine.  The only problem was that the foliage was so beautiful, I had to keep stopping to take photos.

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After I got back, we went out on the boat.  Unfortunately, the docks had been taken in so we couldn’t picnic.  We just rode around the lake admiring the foliage & barbecued back in Bolton. We then walked around town for the last time and went to Lake George Village for ice cream.

Happy “Fall” Running!

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Awesome Weekend of Fun & Runs

The weekend started with the CRSS Race for Hope 5k.  After the race, my follower colleague, Cheryl, picked me up and we drove up to Bolton Landing where my hubby was waiting to take us on the boat to meet up with our others friends (we had 5 boats tied together)  to listen to jazz on the lake. 

 

The weather was perfect and so was the music and the company!!

The next morning, it was cool (but not as cool as they predicted) and cloudy. I decided that my days on the boat were limited so I headed out for a LONG run.  I always head up 9N and run around the Sagamore grounds.  Today I went the other direction.  It was hilly (maybe more like mountaneous) but I could see the lake on the left the whole way.  I felt like I could run forever.  I discovered some hidden roads & beaches and really enjoyed it — in all, I ran almost 5.5 miles!!!

Eventually the clouds turned to sun and we spent an enjoyable afternoon picnicking on Speakerheck Island.

Happy Running!

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Is Summer Over?

The weather seemed like Fall…but we went up to the lake anyway.

After my race on Saturday, I went home to relax and pack for the weekend and then headed up to join my hubby.

That evening we went to an outdoor concert (Bobby Dick & the Sundowners) at Schroon Lake and watched the fireworks afterwards.  It was chilly, felt like fall.

Sunday morning, I did my usual 4.5 mile run around Bolton Landing and the Sagamore…beautiful but cool. After my run, I went to the craft fair and listened to some folk music in the park.

The plans for the afternoon included hanging out at the Christmas in Log Bay party. We decorated out friends’ boat and dressed up in our Christmas outfits.  Good thing – it was windy and COLD!!!

At sunset, the boats that were decorated with lights, formed a line and paraded around in front of Bolton landing.  We watched the fireworks from the boat.  It was so much fun!!! (Last year, we watched it from land.)

Sunday morning, it was sunny and chilly.  I went out for my run but cut it short at 3.5 miles.  I decided it was a perfect day for a hike.  Several years ago we did this one in the fall and the view was spectacular.

The hike is called “The Vista” – I ran the flat part and then waited for my hubby to hike to the top.

It was so nice once we got there.  Someone put up a flag to commemorate Labor Day (You can see I’m still wearing my running clothes.)

  I took so many photos.. and then we had to leave since friends were waiting for us at our picnic site.  Again, I ran the flat part.

 
The rest of the day was spent with friends…eating…chatting…eating… Normally it would have been swimming but it was too cold!! Is summer over??

Finally as the sun was setting, we had to leave 😦

Happy Running! Hope everyone had a nice holiday weekend!

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A Perfect Weekend

I ran THREE days in a row – Wed, Thurs and Friday. Yay Me!

We went up to the lake early Saturday morning and came home late Sunday.

The weather couldn’t have been more perfect!!!

We hung out with friends…picnicking, swimming, tube riding, cliff jumping..and I even ran 4 miles around Bolton Landing – my favorite running place 🙂

A great last weekend of August!!! I hope summer stays around a little longer!

Happy Running!

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Weekend Update

I survived my 5k on Saturday (barely).

I then headed up to Lake George for the rest of the weekend. We had lunch in Bolton Landing.

at Water's Edge Marina

our friends getting ready

and hung out on our boat til the evening when we went to Harris Bay marina for a theme party.  Our friends won first place with their “The Fog” movie theme. It was a beautiful evening.

Harris Bay at sunset

The next morning, it was cloudy & cool and I went for my usual 3 mile  run around the Sagamore. I felt better than yesterday.

We spent the rest of Sunday hanging out on the water with friends (5 boats tied together) until it started to rain around 5 pm.

having lunch on our boat at Bassin Bay

I’m glad I got in a short run…who knows when I’ll get a chance again. 

 I haven’t decided on my next 5k…there are many possibilities – Aug 28 in Altamont, Sept 4 in Saratoga, and/or Sept 11 in Guilderland.

Happy Running!

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Photos of My Vacation Running Route

Almost every weekend, I go on our boat on Lake George.  I insist that we stay at Bolton Landing marina (rather than on one of the islands) so I can run!!! I usually do the same 3.5-4.5 mile route.  I leave BL marina, turn right and run down Lakeshore Dr to Veteran’s Memorial Park, turn around and head back, turn onto Sagamore Rd and cross the bridge and run around the Sagamore grounds, twice on the Nature Trail, down to the marina and then back across the bridge to Lakeshore Dr, past BL marina and down to Bixby Rd to the beach, turn around and run back stopping at the Conservancy before ending at BL marina.

This weekend I decided to bring my camera…

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I did this route on Sunday and Monday…can’t wait to go back!

Happy Running!

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End of Month Recap & Monday Goals

Recap of July:

July Goal = 55 miles –  I did 54 miles (close).
Yearly Goal = 300 miles.  I’ve done 344. (over)
a 5K race – no PR but under 30 min
My tennis team won both rounds of playoffs and then Regionals

August Goals:
55 miles
5 k race and a PR
a tennis win at Sectionals

Recap of  last week:
My weekly goal was 16 miles. I did 12. (a lot of tennis)
I won my doubles match at Regionals – YAY!!

This week’s schedule:
Monday – boating on the lake
Tuesday – tennis after work
Wed –   tennis before & after work
Thurs –  haircut & party after work
Fri -mah jong after work
Saturday/Sunday – boating on the lake

This week’s running :
Mon  – 4 miles while docked at the marina
Tues –  3.5  miles  before work
Thursday – 3.5  miles  before work
Sat – 5K RACE!!

Weekly Running Goal = 14 miles
Monthly Running Goal = 55 miles
Yearly Running Goal = 300 miles ( I passed it!!)

Happy Running and enjoy your summer!!

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Weekend Recap & Monday Goals

It started Thursday with a reunion with some ladies I used to work with.  We had a picnic and then saw a play in the park – so much fun!!

Friday morning we headed to  Lake George to spend the weekend.  On Saturday we had 15 people on our site!!! The weather was perfect..so was the company (our friends and some Polish cousins, etc.)

Saturday evening I went to visit my tennis friends at Schroon River – it was tennis weekend #1 that I had to miss. (There’ll will be another in August.)

 I also missed the Mentors annual pool party and a blogger meetup in Schenectady & 5k.  Everything got scheduled for the same weekend!

On Sunday, my hubby’s sister & husband who were visiting from Florida came up to the lake. Another great weather day – so lucky this summer!!

The forecast for Monday was showers so even though I had the day off, we decided to head home.

YES!!! I did run 4 MILES in Bolton Landing on Saturday & Sunday mornings!!!!!  It was humid and my runs weren’t spectacular but I always enjoy this alone time as well as the scenery.  It’s my favorite time of the day!!!!!!!!!!

I’m looking forward to my next 5k on Saturday.  It’s one of my favorites and AJH from Age Groups Rock may race it too as well as another runner whom I met at the Valley Cats 5k.  I have been focusing on tennis rather than running so I’m not as prepared as I hoped.  This will be a fun race 🙂

Recap of  last week:
My weekly goal was 14 miles. I did 11.5!!! I slacked off 😦
But I won my USTA doubles match!!!

This week’s schedule:
Monday – USTA tennis playoffs after work
Tuesday – tennis after work
Wed –  tennis before work & tennis after work
Saturday & Sunday- boating on Lake George

This week’s running :
 Tues  – 3.5 miles  before work
 Thursday – 3.5  miles  before work
Saturday – 5K RACE!!

Weekly Running Goal = 10 miles
Monthly Running Goal = 55 miles
Yearly Running Goal = 300 miles ( I passed it!!)

Happy Running and enjoy your summer!!

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Running…I’m Back!

Tennis has taken over my life lately. 

Sunday we left early for the lake and returned late. I ran 5 miles on Saturday so it was my rest day, anyway.

My USTA team was in the playoffs on Monday so I didn’t run so I could be rested.  It was worth it since I won & so did my team.

Tuesday am I was too tired to run and then Tuesday evening I went to see Martina Hingis and John Mc Enroe play WTT tennis.  Martina played great and the NYBuzz won its first match of the season.  Johnny Mac did not.

John Mc Enroe playing for the NYSportimes

Wed am it rained and then Wed evening I played tennis with friends. No running for day number 4!!!

This morning I was scheduled to play tennis before work.  I needed to play since the 2nd round of playoff is Monday and I am going to be playing.  We are leaving for 4 days on Lake George tomorrow so it will be my last opportunity to practice.

The runner in me said “You haven’t run since Sunday…you have to get out there again!!!”  And I did.  I dragged my husband out of bed at 6 am and had him play tennis in my spot and I went out and ran 3.5 miles. (Hopefully I don’t regret this next Monday when I playing tennis in the playoffs!!!)

There was 95% humidity but it was not too warm yet and there was a slight breeze. It felt great to be running again though my lungs felt out of shape after only a 4 day layoff. When I was done, I had more energy than I’ve had in days!!

Tonight I’m off to see a play in Washington Park with folks I used to work with.  We go every year and it’s always fun!

This weekend, it supposed to be hot and humid again…so I was be…

floating on Lake George

Happy Running! Stay cool!

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The Morning Run that wasn’t

another day in paradise

I spent Saturday cleaning, shopping, doing laundry & running so yesterday, I deserved a break!  Not really but our friends booked the site above….so we had to go to Lake George. 

fun times with friends

We got home late and I had all the intentions in the world to run this morning.  When the alarm went off, I procrastinated and then it was too late!!! I was really pissed that it was beautiful outside – no humidity, cool and the heat and humidity is returning!!! 

Tonight my tennis team is playing in the playoffs.  It’s really important so maybe that’s why I chose not to run.  Hope we win…. 

 

 and tomorrow morning, I’m getting up to run!!!! 

Happy Running!