Happy March! We are coming off another week of up and down weather, and we have our eyes on springing ahead and longer days. All good things, right? Florida spring doesn’t bloom quite like other parts of the country, but we will see the grass get brighter and a return of the dreaded humidity, so here’s to all that!
Sunday
- Cardio: 5.41 miles, walking
With two clients (one overnight and one for just walks), I definitely got in some miles this week. While it’s nice to take myself for a walk, I also enjoy having a canine companion. I did get a little drizzled on for my solo walk, but all the dogs stayed dry!
Monday
- Cardio: 4.3 miles, running + 1.99 miles, walking
Monday and Tuesday promised to be super buys days. Even with back to back to back clients and not being home, I managed to squeeze in a quick run. I even caught a glimpse of two deer. Usually I see more in this neighborhood, but I was getting out later due to the cold temperatures, so…
I was able to pop home for a quick minute, and then hopped on a zoom book club meeting. It was a small group as some of the women were dealing with the snowstorm up north, and no one loved the book (Murder Takes A Vacation by Laura Lippman), but it was good to catch up with this particular group.
Tuesday
- Cardio: 3.78 miles, running + 1.96 miles, walking
Good morning, Tuesday! I had a nice little run before getting on my rotation of dog walks!
At 1:30, I had a follow up at the derm. If you joined me for runfessions, you would know that my biopsy came back all clear, and I was so very relieved. Moving on!
And then, in the evening, we had A’s pre-MPA concert. I haven’t heard much of what he’s been working on, and we were absolutely thrilled to see him debut on the bass drum with the symphonic band, and perform multiple solos for wind ensemble. It was so wonderful.
Wednesday
- Cardio: 5.62 miles, walking
New shoe day! I love these!
I was absolutely in the weeds, so I opted out of my regular book club. I was disappointed, but I had so much work to do.
Thursday
- Cardio: 4.38 miles, running + 2.12 miles, walking
And it’s starting to warm up again. It’s really such a roller coaster.
I’m in it for the beautiful blue skies.
Friday
- Cardio: 6.04 miles, running + 1.5 miles, walking
This was really a great run and I felt a little heavy, but mostly good. Yes, it was humid, but I also managed to get out a little earlier so that helped.
Let me tell you this wild story: I went to the first of two dog walks for the day. It was my last day with this pup, walking him mid-morning and mid-afternoon. He was a little off: usually he wants to go for a long walk and today, he didn’t. Instead of playing, he just flopped down and demanded pets (which I gave, happily). It was almost time for me to leave when I heard a motorcycle. The dog RAN to the door. Through the window, I saw a man approach. He plugged in the garage code, so I assume he lived here. When he didn’t come right in, I decided to end the visit and exit, which is when he came in and followed me out. I introduced myself, as I usually deal with his wife, and he said he came home early. Of course, I confirmed with my client directly that she didn’t need me for the rest of the day, and I was on my way, but oof. That was a little alarming. Nothing like a suprise homeowner to get the heart pumping.
In the evening, we celebrated a friend’s Change of Command. It’s been a really great career for him, and he’s so excited to move on to his next chapter.
Saturday
- Cardio: 2.37 miles, walking
Early and busy day! I had to get up with my alarm for the first time in a week to get in some miles and pack up the house.
A had two MPA performances: symphonic band at 10AM where he helped out with percussion, and wind ensemble at 2PM. It was a wonderful way to spend the day.
And then it was finally HOME! I may not move off my couch the rest of the day.
Thoughts + Goals
I am so happy to be home, for a whole week! I leave for Best Damn Race Orlando on Friday, and then hopefully, it’s back home again.
I’ve been struggling with my focus a lot this week, and I’m still catching up on posts and comments. I’ll get there.
I’m excited for another race, time with my Meghan, and Spring Break! We’ve got some great plans. I just have to keep my eyes on those things.
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- Runfessing Our Way Out Of February
How was your week in training? What are your goals for March?
Weekly Rundown
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I think I would have been freaked out by the owner coming home early. I guess you could tell he belonged there, but ….
OTOH, the concert performances sound like a nice surprise.
The performances were incredible.
That is so unnerving about the homeowner returning unannounced! I would have been scared too! I guess that’s always a risk when you’re housesitting.
Your son is quite the musician! Is he planning to pursue music as a career?
I’m constantly texting owners to say “hey, there’s a car in the driveway. are you sure it’s all clear?” Next time she books with me, I’m going to tell her to please let me know if there are any changes to be aware of.
He is not planning to pursue a musical career but he is planning to stick with it. We own his clarinet so he’s keeping that, and while we are still renting his sax, he wants to hold on to that as well. Plus all the percussion stuff. I can’t imagine a world where he doesn’t play, so it’s fine with me.
I guess that would freak me out as well if the owner who you did not know, came home early. Glad all was good! You did have busy week! Did you expect your pet biz would take off like this?! Have fun in Orlando
No, I did not. It’s out of control! But in the best ways!
Wow that would have freaked me too — i don’t blame you!
Yay for being home for a week. And then good luck with your race!!! Exciting that it is so soon!
Im kind of undertrained, but it is what it is. I’ll be with a friend and that’s what matters.
You guys have an early MPA! Ours isn’t till March 10. How did the bands do?
Sounds like you have a fun week ahead of you- being home, and then a race. I can’t wait to hear about these exciting spring break plans! I have to say I’m not too excited about springing ahead (more on this coming up on Tuesday!) but it is what it is. I’ll try to adopt your positive attitude.
Both superior! So I think we are heading to Tallahassee!
My spring break is actually going to be full of dogs and cats! And a St. Patricks’ Day outing, and a trip to The Players!
Positivity is all we can do!
How scary to have the homeowner you hadn’t met return unexpectedly while you were still at the house. I would have been freaked out, too.
Have fun in Orlando at the Best Damn Race! Enjoy every second of your down time!
They are lucky the dog is so cute and sweet!
I cant wait for BDR!
That was a busy week! Gosh, had you met the guy before (you mentioned knowing the wife of the house)? That would be scary!
Actually, I’ve never met either of them! I usually insist on a meet and greet, but the dog was super cute in the photo and the wife was incredibly communicative on rover messaging, so I went for it as our first walk was literally just a day of kind of thing. It all went well, so I had no qualms about accepting a week of walks for the dog when she asked again. This time, I will have questions lol.
I bet you will be able to relax more this week.
Good luck in Orlando. Looking forward to hearing all about it.
A little bit! It’s nice waking up in my own bed, for sure!
Ok yikes, I would have been freaked out by that surprise return home. I’m so happy that your biopsy came back clear. What a relief!
Have a great time in Orlando, and Spring Break!!
It was pretty freaky! I’m glad it’s all ok!
And yes, Orlando will be awesome!
I’d totally be freaked by a stranger.
Yay on the ear. Did I say that Friday, I don’t remember
I almost wet myself a little! It was terrifying!
I will take all the yay!