Kevin wanted to run the 2000 N hill this morning. In the past it's been one of our regular runs, but this was the first time this year. Of course, Kevin didn't show. It was just Larry and me. We ran into Gary just past the Jr. High and he was also headed up the hill so we three ran together. It was enjoyable...as enjoyable as running up a long steep hill can be. Larry had to get back to drive Jolene to work (other car in the shop) so I thought he'd turn back part way up the hill. He toughed it out and ran all the way to the top. I headed north at the Jr. High on the way back down to complete the 6 mile route. I hope Larry made it back in time. Today, with the big hill route, it was just a "get it done" run. I wasn't fast but felt pretty strong throughout. 6 miles @ 11:10/mi (last level mile at 9:30-ish) Did I mention it was a beautiful morning? Well, it was. I saw Jeff McClellan and his daughter jogging along the sidewalk as I was cooling down. I commented, "There are few things as enjoyable as running on a beautiful morning." It's most definitely true. | 