Heavy Breather

Yep...that's me on the other line. It's not a crank call, just me gasping for air after my 3 mile run last night. The training has begun.

I ran with Mady last night, navigating the tree-lined streets of Stoneleigh with our Bob stroller. I figured it would be good training for Sunday (Father's Day)....when Sara, Mady and I plan to participate in a 5K to benefit the GBMC NICU ( http://www.gbmc.org/foundation/5k/index.cfm ). It kicks off at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson ( http://www.sheratonbaltimorenorth.com/ ). It's a great cause for an awesome hospital. Mady was born there....so it holds a special place in our hearts.

Sara and Anne (my brother-inlaw's wife to be) trekked the same route shortly after me. Their exhausted faces mirrored the one I wore just an hour before :) We're such the healthy family. Trying anyway.

I feel good today. Much better than I anticipated. I have never heeded the warnings about stretching....always preferring to take a brisk walk as my warm up. I'm hopeful my aging body won't let me down and allow me to continue to do so. Stretching sucks.

Last night I thought I would run every other day. Today I'm feeling like I'm going roll the dice and go for 2 days in a row. I'm such a rebel.

Run while you still can...

OK...it's finally happened. I'm taking the bull by the horns and making an attempt to get my butt in shape. Sara's recent interest in running has inspired me take it up.

We traveled to Charm City Run last night to get some decent shoes -- great place, awesome service. They watched us walk and determined the level of support we needed. Hell...they even had toys for Mady to play with. 2 pairs of shoes, some socks and accessories, and $250 later...we are now prepared to take on the world. Note to self...There is nothing cheap about living a healthy lifestyle :)

Ultimately, I hope this investment will give me that extra boost in the day and keep me around a few years longer. I have a daughter to raise and a great wife by my side. I owe it to them to try.

Weekend

Friday...just saying the word makes me smile. The extended weekend is upon us. Woohoo! Sara, Mady and I are running in a neighorhood 5K tomorrow morning -- the Stoneleigh Stampede ( http://www.charmcityrun.com/eventdetail.cfm?eventid=461 ). There's also a 1 mile walk...which is sounding more and more desirable at this point :) I never was a runner. I run when chased I tell most people...and that doesn't happen very often. Temps are in the 70s and couldn't be more perfect.

I've got a great family shoot set up for Saturday afternoon in Federal Hill. Sunday, I'll be meeting with Sherri & Jason at Fiore Winery ( http://www.fiorewinery.com/ ) to discuss their wedding details in June. I love the place, the owners and their wine. A mixed case is bound to end up in my trunk. My arm is easily twisted.

My in-laws will be in town this weekend as well -- eager to see Mady. Sara and I have long been forgotten. Steamed crabs will be on the menu at some point. Gibby's Seafood has treated us well and should not disappoint. Hopefully they can accomodate our order for a bushel :)