I joined Shan and Diana for the usual 7 mile run morning run yesterday. I was afraid I'd be really creaky and slow but we knocked it out it in 1:11 with several walk breaks. Really, really happy with that!!

I already knew it but after all the madness the last 2 weeks there was nothing but affirmation about how much running lifts my psyche. Yesterday at work I felt like a burden had been lifted. I felt positive and upbeat. So....I decided I need to continue getting in several runs a week however short they may be. I've mapped a 3 and 4 mile route in my Mom's neighborhood I can easily knock out Saturday and Sunday mornings.

In keeping my runs short and not driving to do them I won't feel guilty about taking time away from visiting Mom. In fact, it's most likely gonna be better for everyone concerned with my head being clearer. And, I should at least be able to maintain my 80 miles a month.