Toe Hold

Getting slowed a little has done wonders for patience. It was a full day at work and many more to come. I am trying to see my busted toe as a blessing to keep me a little more patient and a little more grateful. It was a good dose of humility, that's for sure.

@%$*, that hurt!

Richard Prior once said, "God can make you take five." I have probably quoted that before, but it always crosses my mind shortly after getting another five. Tonight it was a chair. This chair met my foot in such a way as to cause immense pain and lingering soreness. Tonight, the chair called my toes out. I am gimping around utterly floored that I am now looking at a stretch of healing without running. A simple miscalculation and I get to savor some delightful lessons in patience.

Great.

No. Really


great.

Stupid Monkey

Tonight was a little harder. I really wanted a cigarette. It's hard to admit that as it has been so long now, I feel that should be ancient history. None the less, driving home, my Jeep slowed by numerous gas stations. I imagined having a pack again and it made me happy. The trouble is, that is just the beginning of the story. It always starts of romantically with that sexy first pack that will last forever. Then it turns into the addiction ugly. The fishing butts out of the ash tray because you ran out and the store is too much trouble to get to. 

I got home tonight and I ran. It helped. Still, it is one of the only times I am free of the scare of smoking again. Even if I am thinking about it the whole time, I can not ever just grab one. It is truly a blessed reprieve to have that.

Tired

It felt great to get in some good food, great runs, a couple good rides, and even a few trips to the gym. I am still fascinated and excited to see what the body is capable of when pushed. It's been a good all around few days. It was also wonderful to see family and friends this weekend. Hell, I can't really find an issue to lament nor vent on tonight. Guess it's good sometimes to just get worn out.

Riding Colorado Winter

I am thrilled to have the bike back and running smooth. It's a little tough to be considerably far from most places to ride, but I have a couple of the most desirable spots within quick rides. I can get to the gym, a coffee shop, a couple decent quick bites and occasional sushi. That allows for a few good rides. I am also looking forward to stretching the distance some and ride out near the runways by DIA and the Platte River trail towards downtown.

The cold wasn't too tough either, although it is a very different cold from Chicago. I am thrilled the layering tricks from the Windy City worked so well. Despite a considerable higher temperature, I was warm and not hot.

It just felt like freedom being out whirling down the dark road on two wheels. I don't know how to explain it, but a lightness follows me on my bike out  on the open road or trail. The same comes from being out on a run longer than 10 miles. It's impossible to describe, but it is fantastic.

HappyPicture Friday

Giving Thanks

Today is a day when we all get together and give thanks. As was mentioned yesterday, that is a subject this blog is rarely short on. None the less, I am offering you my thanks for the support here on Stupie. I am always surprised and touched when someone mentions it. I write as a compulsion and love to see what comes loose from the brain when you don't pause to phrase everything perfectly.

My wish for each of you is a pleasant holiday, a great meal, and to be surrounded by those you care about.

Happy Thanksgiving!