D191 - Cookie Table

Apparently I needed to recharge the previous night or run my post before the wedding and nightly run. Why? Because I crashed like a blindfolded driver going down snake mountain with no breaks. Side note: You have to hear my story about when my breaks went out going down a hill to a one way street. Anyway, it was a good crash though, and I was able to pace myself on the 3 mile run at 11 minute miles. Also, I learned another important lesson on the run, only wear what you intend to run with. I had an undershirt on, thinking I might get a little chilli, well that was the exact opposite of what happened. Now trying to take an undershirt off without taking off your upper-shirt (really Brian, upper-shirt?) while running since you are timing yourself is not a easy or graceful task. I am sure I looked like a fool trying. The things you do to keep your pace. From Saturdays wedding, Buckeyes from the cookie table, and they were delicious!! Love it when the parents of the couple insist I take something from the cookie table, it's so hard to say no.

Enjoy.

Ja mata, Brian

D190 - Recharge

I have a wedding to 2nd shoot in the morning, so up cleaning gear and charging batteries. Charging them reminds me of the commercial where the lady is sleeping on the bed and is getting recharged. I wish I could plug something into my bed to recharge me. Even better, a rapid charger so I didn't have the sleep the whole night. I'm sure in that case there would be some odd side effects. Sleep well and sleep deeply.

Off to sleep.
Enjoy.

Ja mata, Brian

D189 - Splash back

Ok, so I have a fun idea for a series of self portraits, but to pull them off I will have to enlist the help of some volunteers who would don't mind throwing a drink in my face. Well not the glass, sorry to get some of your hopes up. I may have a few of the 'volunteers' pose for a couple as well. Should be able to get a few in on Sunday. Tonight's shot is just me 'testing the waters'. Note to self, use warm water next time.

Enjoy

Too much water here

Ja mata, Brain

D188 - Dry Map

When I arrived home Sara was excited to run again, so after switching to my running gear we headed off running .3 miles. Halfway through the run, we stopped to rest by some dried dirt where Sara tells me she found our path to the finish line. I don't see the map until she points to the cracks in the dirt saying 'See, this is the path to the finish line and here is where I will win'. The funny thing about her races is when I am in the lead she is always sure to tell me it's not a competition. Yes, I lost the non-competition race again. (the finish line is at the bottom left of the image)

Enjoy.

Ja mata, Brian

D187 - Running Partner

Today Sara and I took out first run together. Since this past weekend she has talked about being my running partner. This morning she put on my reflective ankle straps and kept them on all day at school. She looked so proud telling her friends the straps glowed in the dark. So this afternoon Sara and I ran about a quarter mile and she did awesome. She keep running the whole time, didn't complain, and even beat me in the end, though I am still confused about it being a race. This will be fun having her as my running partner, especially since her running for is better than mine. That keeps me on my toes, literally. On to another day and another run.

Enjoy.

ja mata. Brian & Sara ("the fastest runner in the world!")

D186 - Tranquil

Sometimes you need a break through all the stresses to get through some days. Today was not a bad day, but it's nice to drift off for a bit before you start brainstorming or a new activity. It's almost like erasing the chalk board momentarily to make space for the next grouping of wild writing. Tonight was my first night running with the minimalist shoes, they take some getting used to, but I focused on the below scene during the run. It's a nice take 'me' away.

Enjoy

Ja mata, Brian

D185 - Minimalist

Since I have been running lately, it seemed like a good idea to get some proper running shoes. Today, at the Cleveland Running Company in Shaker Heights, I picked up a pair of minimalist running shoes. If you have not been to this store and you run, this is a must stop for you whether you are a newbie or a seasoned runner. They take the time to answer all your questions, they are a great resource for upcoming 5Ks, tip how run with correct form, and what shoes are best for the runner. For the longest I thought the minimalist shoes were the ones where the toes are separated out and you didn't wear socks, I'm so glad I was wrong about that. Minimalist shoes are ones that allow your feet to work as if you were barefoot while wearing them. I will go into more details on tomorrows post.

Enjoy & Checkout Cleveland Running Company

Ja mata,
Brian