Hey, folks, I'm back. I'm sorry to be gone so very long....
For everyone who was at the DL 1/2, know I sent good thoughts your way. I was there in spirit and wish I could have been there in person.
Susie: 
How was DL?
Vicky: How's your PT coming along? A zoo run sounds like a lot of fun, btw!
Sick Tracy: How was DL? Did you get sick from the flying? It sounds like you're still getting out there, walking and persevering despite your illness. You're a trooper. Take care of that cough. Anyway, I hope you're doing all right in other areas, weather-wise and otherwise, since returning home. (And yep, it was your wet noodle talk that brought me back.
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Allyson: I love the cooler fall weather, too. It sounds like you're doing well with your running. I'd talk to you about the Pats, but apparently people in Pgh are only supposed to talk about the Steelers. (So Nyah!)
Tricia: I think it's great that you're testing out your hydration needs/belt situation--it's bound to help in January. (I still need to figure out a good system for me, so thanks for the reminder.) Congrats on the 10 minutes faster on your 9 milers. That's terrific!
It sounds as if the combination of things--shoes, relaxed legs/feet, fueling--are really working for you.
Ms. Duckie: Yeah for making it through your first week of school.
Your beach walks sounds positively nirvana-ish, as do the CSA tomatoes. (Tomatoes in season, a near-perfect food.) You mean your DH isn't 17? Geez, I guess you're not living up to media stereotypes of female teachers and younger men, huh?
So glad to hear you, your dad, and your DH are all in training.
Aloha Jeff: Oh, I hope your IT band isn't going to give you serious problems. You did the right thing with walking, as you of course know. What do you mean, you won't be at WDW in January???
Not acceptable Jeff, not acceptable at all. Sell some plasma or something.
Howard: Yay for finishing your Looooooong run.
Terri: Great day of XT--sounds very, um, entertaining! I bet you were flying high like an--wait for it--EAGLE!
Kira: Ouch on the near-blister situation. Glad you stopped before things get worse, and that you're recovering from your illness. I use lots of petroleum jelly on my feet and between my socks and shoes. The latter was Lilys suggestion, and I find it really helps cut down friction. Bodyglide doesn't work as well for me, although I'll use it in a pinch.
Carrie: Congrats on the tri and shaving off so many minutes. It sounds like you did wonderful, and not just because of the new bike, either.
Kate: Yeah for signing up for the princess 1/2. It's great to have something to look forward to, isn't it?
Cecilia: I've never tried to run after anesthesia, but I'd think any movement might help you purge that stuff out of your system and recover. So if you're able to--and if anyone would be, it would be you--I'd say give it a try. Maybe on a track or short, very familiar route? (Of course, I'm not an expert, I just don't like that drugged-out feeling.)
Kristi: Wow, I'm just impressed you got your 5 miles in under your no-sleep, lots of work situation. No wonder you felt you didn't have any energy. I hope things lighten up for you so that you can enjoy your runs.
Cam: You're doing great keeping up with everything on your plate, and still committing to the quad-killing antics of Jeff. (I know it's in your best interset, long-term, but he gives you such tough routines that I'd complain the entire time.) You're one tough cookie. Have a great time in WDW with Judy--as if I have to send you PD for that one!
Sort of a guarantee when the two of you get together, isn't it?
Jennifer: It looks like you're continuing to do well with your pace and distance. What's your next event?
As for me: New job, new schedule, new people to curse at under my breath. It's been keeping me away from the DIS for various reasons, and making me wonder why I work. Then I get my VISA bill with Disney charges on it, and I remember. "Oh, yeah." JANUARY!
In the meantime, I need to get the WTO under control, so be patient with me.
Feel much better ending the season on a good note!
Since I'll be in WDW Friday through Sunday and hanging out with our resident WISH party girl, Judy, I am not sure I'll get in my weekend run, so Wednesday will have to be a good one. LOL!
Glad you found your way back to the place where everyone understands the concept of working to afford those Disney charges on the credit card. 
And we had a great time. 
Next time need longer visit. And guess Noah won't be running ahead to take pics in Jan, huh? 
You have plenty of time to train for January, so don't rush yourself. I think you may even be ahead on the number of miles you are doing, so I think you have plenty of time to pull back a bit. I am sorry you are having a hard time recovering from your surgery; I don't remember what kind of surgery it was, but perhaps that is impacting on your running ability now? Take good care of you. The important thing is to show up to the start line in January healthy.
