Who would have ever thought that I would find 55 degrees to be warm?? Am I still considered a Floridian?
Sunday was a completely gorgeous day in DC. There wasn’t a cloud in the sky and I didn’t have to wear 15 layers of clothing. Spring and summer is my favorite time in DC. Everyone is just so friendly and excited to be out and about. I was definitely one of them on Sunday. I got up, ate my breakfast and worked on preparing myself for the 6 mile run ahead of me. The temperature hit 55 at noon and I was ready. I started out slow to get a good pace going. When I reached the half mile mark I was completely warmed up and fully enjoying the weather. As soon as I rounded the House side of the Capitol, I realized the downside to spring in DC…TOURISTS! They were everywhere. I couldn't run 14 steps without running around one or invading their family portraits in front of the DC landmarks. Just when I thought I was through the worst of it and I hit a decent pace again, BAM! I run into the St. Patrick’s Day parade. At this point, I just can’t help but laugh as I am weaving in between Celtic dancers and drunken tourists. Leave it to me to think that the National Mall wouldn’t be crowded on a beautiful almost-spring day in our Nation’s Capital. Live and learn I guess! All in all, I kept a great pace for the 6 mile run. I ran from my apartment, around the Lincoln Memorial and back to the Capitol. It was a gorgeous run and I am blessed to have so many great sights along the way.
Only 12 more days until my first race of the year!
I am really being to worry about you - First you are running in the wee hours of the morning I know I raised you better than that - the only reason to be running at anytime during the pre dawn morning hours is thru Target on Black Friday. Second you are telling the world that you are considering 55 degrees as acceptable weather in March - this only proves you have been away from home too long!! Love You, Mom
ReplyDeleteA little more crowded than at 5am, huh? I miss DC in the springtime. Keep up the good work - can't wait to see pictures on the blog of you running when cherry blossoms are in bloom :)
ReplyDeleteHaha I love your moms post- especially about Black Friday! haha. Sorry about all the people weaving you had to do- Disney is good practice! lol.
ReplyDeleteI'm with Kate- post pictures!!
Laura, so proud of you! No more the reluctant runner of days of yore. I'll be rooting you on every step of the way. And commiserating with your weather and early wake-ups, etc. Go, go, you can do it
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