I'm feeling fat and sassy

Ran 3 miles with Sadie after work.  Nothing exciting.  Lots of other dogs were out which makes her a little jazzed.

Bike Commute, it's getting chilling in the morning.  I'm glad the oppressive heat of summer is winding down.  

 I gave blood while at work.  I try to do it every 8 weeks or so because it's the right thing to do.  I've been doing it since I was 17.  I used to use the red cross becasue they were the only game in town but a couple of years ago the Upstate NY Transplant Services (UNYTS) started collecting blood so I switched to them exclusively.  I like them more for a couple of reasons.  Mainly, they sell their blood cheaper than the Red Cross and they only sell locally so my contribution is helping in my area.  I rode my bike home afterwards!  Honestly, I never have had any ill effects aside from some mild exercise intolerance for a week or so after.

 Also, there are theories suggesting that regular blood donation can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing iron stores which may contribute to excessive oxidative stress.  It's unproven but sounds plausible and if I get a health benefit, it's a win/win

Bike Commute

Had a dentist appointment so I rode my bike around afterwards.  Still not completely recovered from the blood donation, but I figured I'll be 100% by Monday.  There was a pretty brutal quartering headwind for a good chunk. 

 At the University, all the students are moving back in.  It was a mad house with huge lines waiting to get into the parking lots.  Classes start Monday, it'll take the better part of a month before everyone calms and things flow smoothly.  Getting around campus (by foot, bike, or car) will be a headache.  If you want a parking spot w/o a 10 min walk you will need to get to campus before 8:30am.  Luckily, I'll be biking to school for at least the next 2 months (until it gets to dark in the evening to get home safely) so I get to avoid the driving issues for the most part. 

Bike Commute as typical.  It's getting cold in the morning, I almost needed a jacket but the sun popped out so I got rid of it.

I'm glad it's Friday, it's been a rough couple weeks.  I have to work at the Pharmacy on Sunday 9-9 but Sundays are typically ok.  Our Flu shots came in so I wonder how many I will need to give.  

I also need the weekend to prepare to teach my bosses class.  It's introducing some key historical concepts of Drug Development.  It's a small class (20 students) and they are all grad students so I shouldn't have too much trouble.  I do need to re-read the material and jot down talking points.