- Site:
- http://3mrunning.blogspot.com
- Miles:
- 1543 total / 266 in 2013
- Goal:
Finish & not finish last :) Run just to run and maybe in a race or two. Swim, learn to love a bike, work toward 70.3 & bake the perfect lemon meringue pie
Joy R ran: Wow. The sun was ju...
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- 3 miles
- 00:26 time
- 08:41 pace
- 337 calories
- details
Wow.
The sun was just beginning to peek over the horizon as I headed out for my run this morning. I think just about every bird in the state of Indiana must have been awake and singing as their songs were loud and strong. It was beautiful out there - 65 degrees and a little humid, but cool enough that even without a breeze it was really comfortable.
This morning was one of those runs where everything comes together. My legs felt strong and my lungs felt strong and for a brief 30 minutes before the chaos and craziness of life kicked in, everything was right in my world. I had two bunnies pace me for about a quarter of a mile and I watched and smiled as they leaped and bounced across lawns as I moved along the road. There was a couple out for an early morning walk, an older man walking his dog and another runner but otherwise it was just me and the dawn.
I'm the first to admit that I'm not likely to ever become a full convert or subscriber to running the morning. I love my afternoon runs, if nothing else, because I get to spend time with The Munchkin and during the summer I actually like running in the heat of the day. What I would have missed though, if I hadn't gotten up and out the door this morning, was seeing an AMAZING moon as it was starting to set - it was HUGE against the western sky and reflecting the pinks of the rising sun. It was so breathtaking that I stopped for a few moments to watch, give thanks, and be grateful for all that I have.
And as I rounded the corner of the street where I live on my last stretch toward home, Bon Jovi's "Story of My Life" started to play.
This is the story of my life
And I write it everyday
I know it isn't black and white
And it's anything but grey
I know that no I'm not alright, but I feel ok cos
Anything can, everything can happen
That's the story of my life
Make it a great week, friends. As always, I remain thankful for each of you and what you bring to my life.
SPLITS: 8:44 8:43 8:38
AVG HR: 160 (Zone 3)
Great run, Joy! Love the pacer bunnies.
12 months ago • Like
Very nice. Sounds like you may be becoming an early morning convert!
12 months ago • Like
Wonderful!!!
12 months ago • Like
Sounds like an amazing run!
12 months ago • Like
Wonderful run, Joy! Way to go!
12 months ago • Like
Great run, Joy!
12 months ago • Like
Nice run, Joy! I love these days~
12 months ago • Like
Nice! I understand the afternoon thing....I like my afternoon rides for so many reasons that I would not like to give them up for anything, but there is a magic in the morning that one misses when you don't get out early. I love your descriptions in the run report...conveys a feeling I know quite well. I too have experienced that smile that comes easily when seeing things like your bunnies.
12 months ago • Like
Nice work Joy . Great song
12 months ago • Like
Fantastic morning miles! You had a super pace too--and I was anti-morning run for a long time, but after a summer of running, I switched up to morning runs in the summer, spring and fall and back to afternoon runs in the winter. Mine's all about keeping the Bean warm/cool enough.
12 months ago • Like
What a beautiful reflection, Joy. Sounds like a great way to start the day!
12 months ago • Like
Ahh, beautiful as always, friend! Sounds like it was a spiritual experience for you today. Wonderful!
12 months ago • Like
Really nice fast 3 Joy!!
12 months ago • Like
You know I've always heard red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky ay morning, sailors take warning. So let's check the weather and see what it brings us. Great run today joy! Solid pace. I'm glad that for at least 30 minutes all was right in your world.
12 months ago • Like
Our bunnies just run away as we approach.... Or pummel our vegetable garden. No pacer bunnies for us! Sounds like a wonderful run in every possible way!
12 months ago
Great run Joy with a nice progression on the pacing. You describe perfectly what's great about morning runs. Believe it or not, the same feelings can be even stronger on a cold winter morning, especially with a light snow.
12 months ago • Like
Great post. Music speaks volumes, you just need to be present and aware. In the moment. Always a challenge to do as a mother, but so worth it. Glad you got this in. :)
12 months ago
Awesome splits on a beautiful morning. Glad you took the time to enjoy the view!
12 months ago • Like
Nice post and run. I love the pacer bunnies. I've seen a lot of those where I run lately, they're usually too timid to stay with me long, they usually turn a different direction once they're convinced I'm following them.
12 months ago • Like
Thats an awesome run! I havent run too many early mornings lately,and I dont miss the getting up so early, but I do miss the early morning sounds. It's amazing how different the neighborhood seems in the early morning. Great work!!
12 months ago • Like
Great run Joy, there is something special about these morning runs. I'm glad you enjoyed this one!
12 months ago • Like
Nice job!
12 months ago • Like
I love morning runs! Great pace Joy!
12 months ago • Like
Nice run Joy.
12 months ago • Like
Beautiful day and a great run to start it off!
12 months ago • Like
I love this post! Inspired me to start early morning runs! :)
11 months ago • Like