(The little aspen trees on the side of the path are just about the only color of fall to be seen around here, so I had to document it.)I did my first long run (20 miles) since the marathon on Saturday. I haven't felt like myself since the marathon since I haven't really been running any significant distances. I've found I really don't feel like I've gotten a workout unless I do a longer run. I've been doing more strength training and slow jogs on an inclined treadmill. It feels really good to be stronger, but it doesn't help me feel relaxed and happier like distance running does. When I went on Saturday I left Sarah home with the boys, knowing that Ron was going to be in and out of the house. I wasn't sure how long I would be gone. I really shouldn't have been gone that long, but I couldn't stop. It was so beautiful out and it felt so good. I think it's a small price for my kids to pay for a mentally and physically healthy mommy, right? This is the first time I've don't that by-the-way. I don't normally abandon everyone and I don't expect to make a habit of it.
