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7/9/2011

I didn’t expect rain today. And, I certainly didn’t expect the rain to continue all day. By the time it subsided, I was well into late afternoon. I’ve braved the rain plenty of times now but I my gut told me not today. The majority of this trip has been listening to instinct and my body. My instincts told me that taking hills on a rainy day on a road with plenty of curves was a recipe for disaster. With a little over two weeks until my destination, I’m not going to let a mishap take me down. Not now. So, I gave myself the day off. Yet, I’m not sure if catching up on computer work counts as a day off. The extra sleep does though. Yes, the universe and my body were in complete agreement. I needed a real break.

7/8/2011

I’m back. I’m feeling strong and I’m ready to move forward. Amazing what a few extra hours of rest can do for you. I’m so glad I called the day early yesterday. I slipped into a mini funk but one hundred and fourty some exhausting days can do that to a person. I’m actually surprised I haven’t had a meltdown. Perhaps it’s the constant contact with the kids. Every time I see them, the focus comes back. The mission is clear.

My initial departure from Greenburg took me on a bit of a scenic route. I took a back road which led me to Latrobe. It was only about seven miles. The shoulder was small but the traffic was practically non-existant. So the run was nice. The path took me straight to the Dunkin Donuts of the town. I had an unsatisfying breakfast and found myself still hungry...

7/6/2011

It’s been several weeks without a break now. Pushing thirty plus miles most days. Popping glucosamine like candy. Good thing it’s not addictive. Trying to finish strong.

So many times on this crazy, wonderful, and epic journey, I have seen the hand of divine intervention. I speak often about listening to the elements and the world around us. Today was my turn. The moment I ran into a gas station, a huge downpour happened. I did need to give myself a little time off. I wanted to shave. I wanted more sleep. I wanted my body to feel light. When I made the decision to call the day early a rainbow appeared. I instantly recalled the other day in Ohio when Jason and Mimi told me how rainbows are a sign for them. I figured it must be a sign for me as well...