Yanti & Salty Straight-Up Ridiculous Manatees Part 5 - FULL (Page 42)

cdban66 - 2012-09-20 11:59 AM  however I have to admit, my takeaway from this is that the dudes are wearing kilts. I am so jealous right now! My Irish/Scottish heritage feels so left out. I'm sure your 1/2 mary will be awesome, I'm glad you are formulating another race plan that will give you a great opportunity to enjoy the race, much like your trail race.

KansasMom - 2012-09-20 3:05 PM

lol Actually the anticipated/possible move made me think I better hurry up and run on the yellow brick road before I leave here. I'm not too keen on an ocean open water swim.

cdban66 - 2012-09-20 9:57 PM I've been a morning runner since I started. Prior to that I was at the gym lifting at 5:00 am, it is just how I roll. When I started running, I had no light, I just found routes in the neighborhood that had street lights. Last Christmas I received an Energizer headlamp. It worked, was a bit heavy, but functional. It freed up the morning runs a bit. It has bit the farm, as I am a bit sweaty, and it was not the best piece of equipment. I just picked up a Princeton Byte, which is real lightweight and has a few different settings. And it was under $20 at Sports Authority. The drawback is that it has no red back light (although in fairness, neither did the Energizer). As we move towards fall, there is more running in darkness for some of us, I imagine. Is anyone else using a light, or considering a light this year? If you use one, what one do you use and why? If you don't and you run in the dark, are you comfortable with that? Thanks all, have a great day!

KansasMom - 2012-09-20 3:10 PM

For Chris . . . if it works. :-)

TriAya - 2012-09-21 1:03 AM

Sigh.

I've been having some bad one-sided headaches lately and wrote them off as part of the sinus infection / aftermath /whatever.

I went to the dentist today for a broken tooth (been broken since last week or before but couldn't get in 'til now). Good news is that's fixable; one root canal and a lot of pain and grumbling now, but it's been treated and I'll get the permanent crown next week.

He also looked at another tooth (hindmost molar) that suddenly became very sensitive (okay, flat-out painful too) a few days ago.

Yesterday when I had that really lousy day I had woken up with a headache and could just not get with it all day, and was running a low fever.

Same story today.

Turns out the tooth is badly infected. It's already had two root canal treatments so now it's just got to go. But the infection is yucky enough that it's infecting me systemically and the dentist (he's actually a U. Mich trained maxillofacial surgeon) would like it to clear up a little bit before yanking the tooth.

He knows I'm an athlete and he said absolutely no training this week and then not for two weeks after the tooth removal.

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGH! Right now, right smack at peak phase training for Ironman!

Shyte. I feel like I can't catch a break. Maybe Ironman will just be a case of whenever I have enough accumulated base built up and get lucky with good conditions and everything coming together on the day.

Deep down, I am very grateful, even joyful that I can have these things treated and have the means to do so. I'm just really unhappy about outside things right now. And feeling rather sorry for myself, which I find very distasteful. And I'm whining. So attractive.

People have real problems and I know this isn't one of them. I just need to sulk and hoooOOOoooooowl for a bit.

KansasMom - 2012-09-21 1:26 AM

Off training topic . . .

If those of you who are of the praying kind could say prayers for me, and others of you think positive thoughts . . .

I have applied for a new position in a southern California college. My husband and I really want to get out of here. My pay is dismal, and our living expenses keep going up. (I'm not going to blame any particular political party; I actually think that this is our "new normal," and I'm not expecting anyone to improve my financial situation but myself -- thus the proposed job change.)

The position has not been advertised, and my friend who works there doesn't think they will advertise it if they like me. They have contacted me for a phone interview, so that should happen this week or next.

It would be better for us in so many ways. As my husband said the other day, he and I have never had a re-boot. When we got married, he moved into my house. Granted, my ex husband barely lived there two years -- not even, actually -- but my husband has never really felt like it is "his" house -- even though he's lived there for seven plus years.

I just want to be sure that we make the right decision, or at least the best decision for us and our family.

Asalzwed - 2012-09-20 12:52 PM

Sooo, got my rear kicked again in practice last night BUT I didn't get dropped!!!!!!

We did this: 

1. 6:40 
2. 6:55 
3. 6:47 
4. 6:55 
5. 7:00 
6. 6:30 

The goal being to cruise through first 5 miles and finish fast.

Well, I wasn't exactly cruising. I think it was more like struggling to hang on for my life but I was in a pack of 4 other girls and they all seemed to be doing something similar so at least I wasn't alone. Also, my sock had slid down at some point and my shoe shaved all the skin off my right heel so I finished with a shoe full of blood. 

Gotta love Wednesdays!!!!

cdban66 - 2012-09-20 7:57 AM I've been a morning runner since I started. Prior to that I was at the gym lifting at 5:00 am, it is just how I roll. When I started running, I had no light, I just found routes in the neighborhood that had street lights. Last Christmas I received an Energizer headlamp. It worked, was a bit heavy, but functional. It freed up the morning runs a bit. It has bit the farm, as I am a bit sweaty, and it was not the best piece of equipment. I just picked up a Princeton Byte, which is real lightweight and has a few different settings. And it was under $20 at Sports Authority. The drawback is that it has no red back light (although in fairness, neither did the Energizer). As we move towards fall, there is more running in darkness for some of us, I imagine. Is anyone else using a light, or considering a light this year? If you use one, what one do you use and why? If you don't and you run in the dark, are you comfortable with that? Thanks all, have a great day!

KansasMom - 2012-09-20 4:10 PM

For Chris . . . if it works. :-)

kgore - 2012-09-21 1:24 PM

Hey everyone--latest news:

Friend in the hospital--she is slowly recovering, they know there was some sort of "electrical issue" involving her heart--it was not a heart attack, but they are not exactly sure what it was--possibly a stroke or SOMETHING. In any case, she seems to be doing okay. She posted on facebook through some voice recognition stuff on her phone, so that was good to see. Thank you all for the many prayers sent out this way--I know they helped.

School/financial aid--nada yet. You didn't really think there was going to be an answer yet, right?!?! I was told on Tues. (when I was supposed to know for sure) that I would learn my fate today. Instead, I got a notice that I needed to meet with a counselor as my paper work was "incomplete or insufficient". I met with someone today, she told me that I needed to finish the 2nd page of my appeal--then discovered that the second page was no longer able to be seen, changed, or sent in! so she said not to worry about that. I was also to send in a letter stating the basic timeline of my community college career and transfer, to show how I went from a recent high school grad with NO career/college goals to a 20-something who had sudden inspiration to get my AS degree in anthro and transfer to CSUS. Basically, how I went from taking any old class to taking needed classes ONLY. So I did that immediately after school today, and also pointed out how I did not use ANY type of financial aid UNTIL I began attending CSUS. Anyway, we shall see what this leads to--the appeals deadline is Monday--so as of that point, there is nothing further I can do--I can't change, re-appeal, or submit anything by this point. If I get my aid, I will continue; if not, my college career is finished until I am independently wealthy, and I basically wasted 20 years of my life and $30,000+.

On the bright side, I was so angry (at myself mainly, my parents--for making me attend college with no goal in mind--, and the college itself), I did manage a 7.40 mile hilly run. It was a good anger management tool--I'm still worried/depressed/somewhat angry, but at least something good was done. I tackled a pretty extreme hill on that run, so that was nice too.

jmkizer - 2012-09-21 1:11 AM

Group ride.  If the location is close enough, ride to/from the ride as warm up and cool down to get time in the saddle.  Remember to stay out of aero when you are drafting and have fun!

kgore - 2012-09-21 11:24 AM

Hey everyone--latest news:

Friend in the hospital--she is slowly recovering, they know there was some sort of "electrical issue" involving her heart--it was not a heart attack, but they are not exactly sure what it was--possibly a stroke or SOMETHING. In any case, she seems to be doing okay. She posted on facebook through some voice recognition stuff on her phone, so that was good to see. Thank you all for the many prayers sent out this way--I know they helped.

School/financial aid--nada yet. You didn't really think there was going to be an answer yet, right?!?! I was told on Tues. (when I was supposed to know for sure) that I would learn my fate today. Instead, I got a notice that I needed to meet with a counselor as my paper work was "incomplete or insufficient". I met with someone today, she told me that I needed to finish the 2nd page of my appeal--then discovered that the second page was no longer able to be seen, changed, or sent in! so she said not to worry about that. I was also to send in a letter stating the basic timeline of my community college career and transfer, to show how I went from a recent high school grad with NO career/college goals to a 20-something who had sudden inspiration to get my AS degree in anthro and transfer to CSUS. Basically, how I went from taking any old class to taking needed classes ONLY. So I did that immediately after school today, and also pointed out how I did not use ANY type of financial aid UNTIL I began attending CSUS. Anyway, we shall see what this leads to--the appeals deadline is Monday--so as of that point, there is nothing further I can do--I can't change, re-appeal, or submit anything by this point. If I get my aid, I will continue; if not, my college career is finished until I am independently wealthy, and I basically wasted 20 years of my life and $30,000+.

On the bright side, I was so angry (at myself mainly, my parents--for making me attend college with no goal in mind--, and the college itself), I did manage a 7.40 mile hilly run. It was a good anger management tool--I'm still worried/depressed/somewhat angry, but at least something good was done. I tackled a pretty extreme hill on that run, so that was nice too.

KansasMom - 2012-09-21 4:10 AM

For Chris . . . if it works. :-)

kgore - 2012-09-20 11:24 PM

Hey everyone--latest news:

Friend in the hospital--she is slowly recovering, they know there was some sort of "electrical issue" involving her heart--it was not a heart attack, but they are not exactly sure what it was--possibly a stroke or SOMETHING. In any case, she seems to be doing okay. She posted on facebook through some voice recognition stuff on her phone, so that was good to see. Thank you all for the many prayers sent out this way--I know they helped.

School/financial aid--nada yet. You didn't really think there was going to be an answer yet, right?!?! I was told on Tues. (when I was supposed to know for sure) that I would learn my fate today. Instead, I got a notice that I needed to meet with a counselor as my paper work was "incomplete or insufficient". I met with someone today, she told me that I needed to finish the 2nd page of my appeal--then discovered that the second page was no longer able to be seen, changed, or sent in! so she said not to worry about that. I was also to send in a letter stating the basic timeline of my community college career and transfer, to show how I went from a recent high school grad with NO career/college goals to a 20-something who had sudden inspiration to get my AS degree in anthro and transfer to CSUS. Basically, how I went from taking any old class to taking needed classes ONLY. So I did that immediately after school today, and also pointed out how I did not use ANY type of financial aid UNTIL I began attending CSUS. Anyway, we shall see what this leads to--the appeals deadline is Monday--so as of that point, there is nothing further I can do--I can't change, re-appeal, or submit anything by this point. If I get my aid, I will continue; if not, my college career is finished until I am independently wealthy, and I basically wasted 20 years of my life and $30,000+.

On the bright side, I was so angry (at myself mainly, my parents--for making me attend college with no goal in mind--, and the college itself), I did manage a 7.40 mile hilly run. It was a good anger management tool--I'm still worried/depressed/somewhat angry, but at least something good was done. I tackled a pretty extreme hill on that run, so that was nice too.

amd723 - 2012-09-21 11:13 AM Well manatees, I am going to get my first DNS Sunday . I have not been able to shake this stupid cold and although I'm sure it will be better by race time, I would have to head down to south Florida today (packet pick up and bike drop off is tomorrow) and I can't work up the energy to make the 3 hour drive. If this were my A race, I'd do it, but it isn't ; so I think it is better to make sure I'm healthy and don't do anything to negatively affect my training for the HIM next month. At least that's what I'm telling myself to make me feel better about bailing ( and losing my entry fee!).Hope the rest of the racing manatees have a better weekend!

melbo55 - 2012-09-21 10:33 AM

Kate: glad they found out what was going on with your friend, that is half the battle.  Now they know what to look for and treat.  Sucks about your school funding.  Keeping my fingers crossed for you!

Ann-Marie: smart move.  Racing sick doesn't sound like any fun, and as you said, you don't want to jeopardize your HIM training and health further by racing sick.  Rest.  Relax. Eat chicken noodle soup.  Drink lots of fluids.  Sleep.  Heal.

Jen: same instructions as Ann-Marie!

Now a question for the collective wisdom of the manatees:  I'm doing a 30 mile easy bike tomorrow morning with some friends.  According to the Weather Channel, temp at 7am will be around 61 degrees, partly cloudy, winds ~8 mph.  We'll probably start the ride at 7:30.  Since we are going at a fairly leisurely pace, I'm guessing we'll be out there til near 10am. (not sure of the ability of the one person we're riding with) By 10 it is supposed to be 69 degrees, mostly sunny and winds ~10 mph.  What do I wear?  Long sleeved jersey (non-fleeced)?  Short-sleeves with arm warmers?  A light jacket (sleeves come off to create vest) with short sleeves underneath?  I'm not overly well-versed in dressing for different temps on the bike.

Artemis - 2012-09-21 10:31 AM I just scared my FedEx man delivering my iPhone by meeting him at the door.  Poor guy.  He has so many iPhones to deliver today.  He said it is like Christmas.

amd723 - 2012-09-21 11:49 AM

 

I really would love an i-phone (to go with my other apple products!), but i get a cell phone from my agency that i can use for personal calls too; so i can't justify the expense.  It looks like we will eventually move to the i-phone, but until that happens I have i-phone envy!

 

Thanks for agreeing with my plan to blow of my race - even if you're lying to me, it makes me feel better

amd723 - 2012-09-21 11:13 PM Well manatees, I am going to get my first DNS Sunday . I have not been able to shake this stupid cold and although I'm sure it will be better by race time, I would have to head down to south Florida today (packet pick up and bike drop off is tomorrow) and I can't work up the energy to make the 3 hour drive. If this were my A race, I'd do it, but it isn't ; so I think it is better to make sure I'm healthy and don't do anything to negatively affect my training for the HIM next month. At least that's what I'm telling myself to make me feel better about bailing ( and losing my entry fee!).Hope the rest of the racing manatees have a better weekend!