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I'm back in town! I'm so glad to be back. Disneyland is fun, but it is a lot of work to do with kids. I brought a ton of running clothes with me but never used any of it. it seems despite my well intentions, something always came up in the mornings and never allowed adequate time. so instead I got a week full of walking:)

I just received a Nike top layer that I'm testing. I was excited to use it this morning, but got very poor sleep last night so I opted out of the ladies running group this morning. I'll have to give it a try tomorrow morning instead. I love the directions Nike sent with it, " If able, use under safe but harsher conditions, preferrably snow, rain, wind. Use under 50 degrees." Bring on the storms! I have to send back the sample when I'm finished, but it would be a great addition to my running closet.

I couldn't force myself on the treadmill today so I went to the gym instead. 60 minutes on the elliptical and 15 minutes on bike.

Lazy days are in the forecast for December it seems. Since I'm running Ogden I'm trying to figure out a good time to start serious training again. I usually give myself at least 3 months of training before a marathon, assuming I already have a base. How many months do you train before a marathon?

6.5 down Main. I had to make myself run this morning. No more excuses of sleepless nights, I have to get out! For the last week, I haven't been able to get on a normal sleep schedule, but I should know that this always happens when I travel with any time change. Last months trip had me off for weeks! Plus it doesn't help when you have a little buddy in the next room making requests throughout the night. If I'm not beating up the bad guys (or critters) in his dreams, I'm getting him another blanket, wiping tears, threatening him, and running into walls and doors that show up out of nowhere in the night. I could have sworn I fractured my cheek the other night. Last night was legit though, he peed the bed and someone (me) forgot to put the bed protector on when his sheets were changed. What an ordeal. However, I can tell good things are to come. During breakfast this morning he stated, "Guess what mom? I don't eat my poop anymore!" Good to know. Clearly that is a sign of maturity that hopefully translates into restful nights.

 Anyway, since I don't have a race in sight, I'm focusing on testing a Nike top. I only have to get 5 more chilly runs in before I have to send it back. So far so good. I need to make a schedule for myself, running and exercise is boring lately otherwise. I need to start running to a couple TV series. I did start watching Parenthood. It looks like it will be a regular on the DVR. The Office is always good, love the X Factor, and The Bachelor is starting....ooooo.

6am- 7 miles on Davis. Picked up the last two miles at 7:00 and 6:34. 7:54 AP. Foggy outside.

60 mins cross training at gym with strength training.