7/12/2011

I spent the day preparing to go to the White House. I think it was more exhausting than running. Perhaps it’s because I’m a typical guy and I don’t really enjoy shopping all that much. I must admit, I was feeling excited to see my old friend Sunny. It’s been well over a decade since we’ve last seen each other. Since then he has gone on to recieve a masters and doctorate from Princeton and Yale and he’s been all over the world. He serves our country proudly and for that I salute him. He is an individual which reinforces my message about the importance of reading. I remember as a kid he devoured many many books. Today he is a White House fellow helping work on policies that shape our lives.

The day was filled with many reunions. I got to see Nick, Nick Jr., and Emily...

7/12/2011

I’m not sure if it’s a heat rash, bed bugs or poison plant. Whatever it is, I hate it. I’m itchy all over and I’ve got to run. To top it all off, the stomach ache from yesterday carried over to today. It brought my pace to a crippling walk. At times I think I’m going to pieces. Maybe instead of having my body checked, I should have my head checked.

You all know I don’t mean it. I love what I’m doing. I love the adventure and I most certainly love the people. Besides, I’d probably still contract these ailments if I were lounging around at home. Where is home again? All I’ve come to know is straight ahead. Moving forward with tunnel vision has me a bit discombobulated. The days, the months, and the terrain have kind of melted together...

7/10/2011

Can it be? Am I really less than two running weeks away from my destination? I feel like I’m on the tail end of a wonderful dream. You know those dreams where you try to go back to sleep so they can continue. One thing I never realized was that everyone supporting me is a little sad to see this thing end as well. We’re not there yet though. So, I had better put the cork back on the champagne bottle, bear down and stay focused. It’s always when people are about to reach their goals that they let something slip. I’ve never been one to choke though. I love the fourth quarter. The final minutes are always the most exciting.

Today’s run was hot. It was another late start. It’s the last full day in Pennsylvania. Tomorrow I cross into Maryland...