Showing posts with label Alabama. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Alabama. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008
36-0
Alabama stays undefeated and #1 in the country by absolutely destroying the auburn tigers today. 12-0 on the season.
What a great day and energy filled environment. Life doesn't get much better!
What a great day and energy filled environment. Life doesn't get much better!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Night Before Iron Bowl
Friday, the day before the Iron Bowl. Gerri and I slept in, well slept in by our standards anyway. We enjoyed some coffee while checking emails, blogs, etc this morning, then showered and packed for our trip to Alabama. We stopped in Anderson for lunch at Olive Garden, but quickly realized the wait time would be long with many people waiting outside. We diverted to Wendy's and then completed the drive to Birmingham. During the trip we listened to a few podcasts of Phedipidations and Run, Run, Live.
We got to our home away from home, the Comfort Inn around 3:00. We settled in and relaxed watching LSU lose to Arkansas before meeting Bama friends Alan and Linda for dinner at Johnny Carino's. It was nice spending some time with them, even though our waitress did everything she could to rush us out from the time we sat down until the time we left. This with absolutely NOBODY waiting for tables.
The anticipation of the game with Auburn tomorrow is growing and I can tell that both Gerri and I are getting anxious, ready for the game to be here. It's hard to believe that 12 games have once again come and gone. It has been an exciting season and tomorrow we can complete another undefeated season by beating Auburn and putting an end to our miserable losing streak against them.
One thought crossed my mind as I was driving today. As the end of another year approaches, it is time to begin thinking about my running goals for 2009. I need to look at key races and then plan my training to achieve the results that I would like. In addition, I want to come up with a Bucket List for races. I know this would be a fluid list, and in some cases may be a stretch. You'll have to check back in the future to see my list.
We got to our home away from home, the Comfort Inn around 3:00. We settled in and relaxed watching LSU lose to Arkansas before meeting Bama friends Alan and Linda for dinner at Johnny Carino's. It was nice spending some time with them, even though our waitress did everything she could to rush us out from the time we sat down until the time we left. This with absolutely NOBODY waiting for tables.
The anticipation of the game with Auburn tomorrow is growing and I can tell that both Gerri and I are getting anxious, ready for the game to be here. It's hard to believe that 12 games have once again come and gone. It has been an exciting season and tomorrow we can complete another undefeated season by beating Auburn and putting an end to our miserable losing streak against them.
One thought crossed my mind as I was driving today. As the end of another year approaches, it is time to begin thinking about my running goals for 2009. I need to look at key races and then plan my training to achieve the results that I would like. In addition, I want to come up with a Bucket List for races. I know this would be a fluid list, and in some cases may be a stretch. You'll have to check back in the future to see my list.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
More Great Moments in Bama History
The Goal Line Stand (1979 National Championship Game)
The Strip (1992 National Championship Game)
The Strip (1992 National Championship Game)
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Iron Bowl Week
Almost time for Bama to end the auburn streak and put things in the universe back in their rightful place. Amazing how dead on the following commercial is to reality.
ROLL TIDE ROLL!
ROLL TIDE ROLL!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
3 Mile on TM in Jax
It's Tuesday night and I'm sitting in my room at the Comfort Suites in Jacksonville. In a few minutes, The Biggest Loser will come on, and after that it will be time for bed. Getting up at 5:00am each day means getting to bed early, something that I have not been very good at doing lately.
After getting back to the hotel this afternoon, I started thinking about my current training compared to my training at this time last year. I reviewed my training log on Buckeye Outdoors. It wasn't perfect, but it was enjoyable and fit into my work schedule. I was consistently getting in 20+ mile weeks. That was the Hal Higdon Novice 1 Training Plan.
I pulled Hal Higdon up, looked at the plan and it felt like an old friend. Running 4 days a week works for me, but somehow I slipped into this once a week long run routine, kidding myself that it was working. It's not.
The more I looked, the more I knew that it was right. And it inspired me to get my running gear on and head downstairs to the treadmill. I had a nice run, starting at 11:00 pace and finishing about 9:00. It was a good start. I need to gradually add some shorter runs each week until my body gets used to the increased number of runs and mileage. Too much too fast equals injury and that does nobody any good.
Kiawah, Tybee and Shamrock.
Weekend postscript. Another great weekend in Bama, although a bit "cooler" than usual. Our Alabama Crimson Tide won another game, knocking off Mississippi State and moving to 11-0 while retaining the #1 ranking. The tailgate and game were cold, windy and rainy. It was even colder because our core temperatures had not fully recovered from the 12 mile run in the cold, wind and rain. Did I mention that we had a great time!
After getting back to the hotel this afternoon, I started thinking about my current training compared to my training at this time last year. I reviewed my training log on Buckeye Outdoors. It wasn't perfect, but it was enjoyable and fit into my work schedule. I was consistently getting in 20+ mile weeks. That was the Hal Higdon Novice 1 Training Plan.
I pulled Hal Higdon up, looked at the plan and it felt like an old friend. Running 4 days a week works for me, but somehow I slipped into this once a week long run routine, kidding myself that it was working. It's not.
The more I looked, the more I knew that it was right. And it inspired me to get my running gear on and head downstairs to the treadmill. I had a nice run, starting at 11:00 pace and finishing about 9:00. It was a good start. I need to gradually add some shorter runs each week until my body gets used to the increased number of runs and mileage. Too much too fast equals injury and that does nobody any good.
Kiawah, Tybee and Shamrock.
Weekend postscript. Another great weekend in Bama, although a bit "cooler" than usual. Our Alabama Crimson Tide won another game, knocking off Mississippi State and moving to 11-0 while retaining the #1 ranking. The tailgate and game were cold, windy and rainy. It was even colder because our core temperatures had not fully recovered from the 12 mile run in the cold, wind and rain. Did I mention that we had a great time!
Thursday, November 6, 2008
A midweek run
Well sort of anyway. I woke and worked this morning in Yulee, FL. After my work day ended around 3:00 I drove the 100+ miles up I-95 to Savannah. I checked into the hotel, checked my emails, etc. and then headed to the "fitness center" to get a 3 mile run in on the treadmill. Yes, I have stayed at this Clarion before and used the TM.
Although I was hungry, I knew I could knock out the three miles easily before heading out to dinner. I was excited to hit the TM...for about 30 seconds. I'll admit that I get bored easily on the TM but that wasn't the issue tonight. The stupid TM belt was slipping badly causing me to constantly be readjusting my balance to avoid being thrown forward or off the back. The faster the speed, the worse the slippage. I stuck it out for two miles and finally called it quits. I sure would have liked to get another mile in, but it just wasn't worth risking injury and frustration.
After cooling down, I went out for a yummy dinner at Outback (7 oz filet, sweet potato, salad, bread and 3 big glasses of unsweet, yes unsweet tea). I then headed to a nearby Krystal location for my night visit. Unfortunately it went about as well as my TM experience, so tomorrow could be a real challenge.
Hopefully I'll be done around 3:00 tomorrow and home around 7:00. Looking forward to being home with Gerri and getting to spend some time with Chelsea and Heather. Running 7 miles Saturday morning downtown and then running the 5K Caine Halter Lungs for Life Run/Walk. Saturday afternoon will also feature the biggest game of the season for Alabama when we play LSU at LSU at 3:30pm. Sunday morning we'll be headed to NewSpring Greenville and then lunch with our good friends Eric and Robin.
Although I was hungry, I knew I could knock out the three miles easily before heading out to dinner. I was excited to hit the TM...for about 30 seconds. I'll admit that I get bored easily on the TM but that wasn't the issue tonight. The stupid TM belt was slipping badly causing me to constantly be readjusting my balance to avoid being thrown forward or off the back. The faster the speed, the worse the slippage. I stuck it out for two miles and finally called it quits. I sure would have liked to get another mile in, but it just wasn't worth risking injury and frustration.
After cooling down, I went out for a yummy dinner at Outback (7 oz filet, sweet potato, salad, bread and 3 big glasses of unsweet, yes unsweet tea). I then headed to a nearby Krystal location for my night visit. Unfortunately it went about as well as my TM experience, so tomorrow could be a real challenge.
Hopefully I'll be done around 3:00 tomorrow and home around 7:00. Looking forward to being home with Gerri and getting to spend some time with Chelsea and Heather. Running 7 miles Saturday morning downtown and then running the 5K Caine Halter Lungs for Life Run/Walk. Saturday afternoon will also feature the biggest game of the season for Alabama when we play LSU at LSU at 3:30pm. Sunday morning we'll be headed to NewSpring Greenville and then lunch with our good friends Eric and Robin.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Coming Soon
Okay I'll admit that I was a slacker in October. A bad slacker. I only got in three runs, that right THREE runs. A 12 miler, an 8 miler and a Half Marathon. No wonder it was so hard! I got in a similar number of blogs, maybe 1 or 2 more. I find neither of these acceptable, so November is kick myself in the butt month.
I already have an 8 mile run in, and although short, my first blog of the month. I'm going to attempt 3-4 runs and blogs each week. Assuming I'm successful I'll have a written record of my life (warts and all) and will hopefully be better prepared for the next Half Marathon on Dec 6th. I 'm hoping Kiawah will be a better run and my training leading up to it will provide an initial base on which to begin building my Marathon training.
Did I mention that Alabama Football is the #1 team in the country? Bama has not been ranked #1 in the regular season since 1980, although we were ranked #1 at the end of the 1992 season when we whipped Miami to win the National Championship. With Bama back on top, life seems to have returned to normal.
So 1 run in the books and now 1 blog. Today was a long travel day to Jacksonville, but I'm planning on getting in a few runs this week while I'm on the road. Feel free to kick me in the pants if I fall short this month.
I already have an 8 mile run in, and although short, my first blog of the month. I'm going to attempt 3-4 runs and blogs each week. Assuming I'm successful I'll have a written record of my life (warts and all) and will hopefully be better prepared for the next Half Marathon on Dec 6th. I 'm hoping Kiawah will be a better run and my training leading up to it will provide an initial base on which to begin building my Marathon training.
Did I mention that Alabama Football is the #1 team in the country? Bama has not been ranked #1 in the regular season since 1980, although we were ranked #1 at the end of the 1992 season when we whipped Miami to win the National Championship. With Bama back on top, life seems to have returned to normal.
So 1 run in the books and now 1 blog. Today was a long travel day to Jacksonville, but I'm planning on getting in a few runs this week while I'm on the road. Feel free to kick me in the pants if I fall short this month.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Spinx Runfest Half Marathon
Gerri and I completed the Spinx Runfest Marathon today. Unfortunately I'm too tired to blog about it now and too busy watching my Alabama Crimson Tide play on ESPN. Check back soon for my less than stellar race report.
A quick thanks to the volunteers, fans and runners for making the race. I met some great folks today including Larry, who has run 50 states not only once but twice. He was flying out of Greenville today to run a marathon in Cape Cod tomorrow. Larry, you are my hero.
A quick thanks to the volunteers, fans and runners for making the race. I met some great folks today including Larry, who has run 50 states not only once but twice. He was flying out of Greenville today to run a marathon in Cape Cod tomorrow. Larry, you are my hero.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
A Bama weekend
After two very hectic, crazy, long and tiring weeks working at the new Krystal in Greenville, Gerri and I headed to Bama last night. We stopped at Carrabba's in Douglasville and arrived in Birmingham around 10:30 pm. We were both exhausted.
The alarm went off at 6:15 am and we got ready for an 8 mile run in Mountain Brook. I was a bit nervous, not having run in two weeks. The air was cool and crisp and the run turned out fantastic, other than a few stops for GI issues. My pace is slower than last year, but I'm really enjoying running with Gerri and seeing her getting faster and faster. Today was her fastest long run ever, which made it really fun for me.
After the run we drove by Samford University, to look at the Cumberland School of Law. This is one of her 6 choices. The campus is beautiful and we really like the area. I was surprised, but Cumberland probably moved up to my 2nd choice behind Alabama. We stopped at Panera Bread for breakfast, then quickly showered and changed at the hotel so that we could get down to Tuscaloosa.
We actually got a phone call from one of our tailgate friends, checking to see if we were okay. I guess arriving last after normally arriving first threw everyone off. We enjoyed seeing our friends and eating some good BBQ and goodies.
The Bama game was a nerve racking event. We trailed briefly for the 1st time this year, but then raced out to a 24-3 halftime lead. Bama played conservative and poor in the 2nd half and Ole Miss turned it up a notch and Bama hung on for a 24-20 victory. I hate the game was so close, but always happy for a victory and a 7-0 record. We won some close, ugly games during our last National Championship season, so a win is a win. Biggest impact may be our terrific nose tackle Terrence Cody, going out with what appears to be an MCL sprain/strain. At 365 pounds, that has to be a concern.
After the game we had a clear shot to Birmingham thanks to our great parking/tailgate spot and stopped at California Pizza Kitchen for dinner. We are now relaxing and watching the South Carolina vs. LSU game. Gerri has fallen asleep and I'm getting ready to shut down for the night too. We plan on sleeping in tomorrow morning, and then heading to NewSpring Church for the 4:15 or 6:00 pm service.
Spinx Runfest Half Marathon is now one week away. Kiawah will be here before I know it.
The alarm went off at 6:15 am and we got ready for an 8 mile run in Mountain Brook. I was a bit nervous, not having run in two weeks. The air was cool and crisp and the run turned out fantastic, other than a few stops for GI issues. My pace is slower than last year, but I'm really enjoying running with Gerri and seeing her getting faster and faster. Today was her fastest long run ever, which made it really fun for me.
After the run we drove by Samford University, to look at the Cumberland School of Law. This is one of her 6 choices. The campus is beautiful and we really like the area. I was surprised, but Cumberland probably moved up to my 2nd choice behind Alabama. We stopped at Panera Bread for breakfast, then quickly showered and changed at the hotel so that we could get down to Tuscaloosa.
We actually got a phone call from one of our tailgate friends, checking to see if we were okay. I guess arriving last after normally arriving first threw everyone off. We enjoyed seeing our friends and eating some good BBQ and goodies.
The Bama game was a nerve racking event. We trailed briefly for the 1st time this year, but then raced out to a 24-3 halftime lead. Bama played conservative and poor in the 2nd half and Ole Miss turned it up a notch and Bama hung on for a 24-20 victory. I hate the game was so close, but always happy for a victory and a 7-0 record. We won some close, ugly games during our last National Championship season, so a win is a win. Biggest impact may be our terrific nose tackle Terrence Cody, going out with what appears to be an MCL sprain/strain. At 365 pounds, that has to be a concern.
After the game we had a clear shot to Birmingham thanks to our great parking/tailgate spot and stopped at California Pizza Kitchen for dinner. We are now relaxing and watching the South Carolina vs. LSU game. Gerri has fallen asleep and I'm getting ready to shut down for the night too. We plan on sleeping in tomorrow morning, and then heading to NewSpring Church for the 4:15 or 6:00 pm service.
Spinx Runfest Half Marathon is now one week away. Kiawah will be here before I know it.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Where Am I? Who Am I?
And what day is it? I really need to take a few minutes to catch my breath because the last few weeks have been craziness. Football season tends to be that way, combining weekend travel on top of my weekly work travel. Combine the lack of sleep last week and I'm still reeling.
The good news is I'll be working out of Greenville for the next two weeks as we get ready to open our newest Krystal restaurant on Oct. 13th.
Between now and Monday, things will stay nuts! I'm sitting in a coffee shop in Anderson, SC now, killing time and waiting for the Financial Learning Experience tonight at NewSpring. I'm going to bet that Joe Sangl brings out the big wood tonight with over 500 registered. We have been working on our debt reduction and this should help us get our arms wrapped better around the budgeting process.
Tomorrow morning is a scheduled 12 mile run, although I say what the hell, lets just due 13.1 and run the Spinx Half Marathon route for the hell of it. Of course I haven't run since last Sunday when the 10 miler kicked my butt.
After the run I get my haircut, then Gerri and I head to Bama. We get to fight the Taladega traffic this week, so there will be lots of drafting on the highway. We'll be meeting some friends for dinner tomorrow night in Birmingham. Gerri is taking the LSAT on Saturday morning at the University of Alabama, while I'm meeting friends from Florida for breakfast at the Waysider.
Then it's time to tailgate and get ready for the Crimson Tide game against Kentucky at 2:30 Central. We'll spend the night in Birmingham, then drive home Sunday, in time to volunteer at NewSpring for the 4:15 service. Gerri is a Greeter and I get to show my expertise in parking cars.
We'll finally get to relax for a few hours Sunday night before all hell breaks loose again on Monday morning. Life is crazy and I would not change it for anything!
The good news is I'll be working out of Greenville for the next two weeks as we get ready to open our newest Krystal restaurant on Oct. 13th.
Between now and Monday, things will stay nuts! I'm sitting in a coffee shop in Anderson, SC now, killing time and waiting for the Financial Learning Experience tonight at NewSpring. I'm going to bet that Joe Sangl brings out the big wood tonight with over 500 registered. We have been working on our debt reduction and this should help us get our arms wrapped better around the budgeting process.
Tomorrow morning is a scheduled 12 mile run, although I say what the hell, lets just due 13.1 and run the Spinx Half Marathon route for the hell of it. Of course I haven't run since last Sunday when the 10 miler kicked my butt.
After the run I get my haircut, then Gerri and I head to Bama. We get to fight the Taladega traffic this week, so there will be lots of drafting on the highway. We'll be meeting some friends for dinner tomorrow night in Birmingham. Gerri is taking the LSAT on Saturday morning at the University of Alabama, while I'm meeting friends from Florida for breakfast at the Waysider.
Then it's time to tailgate and get ready for the Crimson Tide game against Kentucky at 2:30 Central. We'll spend the night in Birmingham, then drive home Sunday, in time to volunteer at NewSpring for the 4:15 service. Gerri is a Greeter and I get to show my expertise in parking cars.
We'll finally get to relax for a few hours Sunday night before all hell breaks loose again on Monday morning. Life is crazy and I would not change it for anything!
Thursday, September 18, 2008
4 Miles @ Folly Beach
Last night we drove down to Folly Beach, a small island community just below Charleston, SC. We stopped at Carrabba's in Columbia for dinner on the way. We're here because Gerri is speaking at the SC EMS Leadership Conference today. The conference comped her room, which make the decision pretty easy.We stayed on the 6th floor, Oceanside, at the Holiday Inn. It was nice to sleep with the door opened and the sounds of the surf crashing against the beach. The cooler temps were also a nice change. I set my alarm for 7:15, but woke just prior to sunrise. I laid in bed listening to the surf as the sun brought everything to life. What a terrific way to start the day.
Gerri and I eventually got out of bed and headed out for a nice 4 miler. She must have been feeling pretty good because she set a steady 10 minute pace. After my poor 4 miler on Tuesday, the increased pace appeared to help me find my stride. I finished the last mile strong and was happy with a 9:53 average pace.
We grabbed some coffee and sat by the pool for a few minutes, then walked over to the Folly Beach Pier. Something about being at the beach just helps to ease the tension of everyday life. We got back to the room to shower and then got a phone call from my very upset daughter, Chelsea. She was calling from school (she's a senior at Boiling Springs) to let me know that her purse was stolen at the end of 1st block. Money, drivers licence, car keys, you name it. She was even more upset because she was supposed to be driving down to meet us in Myrtle Beach after school. Luckily I got a call an hour or so later saying that the purse had been recovered and nothing was missing. My heart that was aching for her, could get back to the relaxation phase.
We wandered up the street, found the Lost Dog Cafe and settled in for lunch. WOW! This small little local restaurant did not disappoint. I had a Black Bean Burger with Mango Chutney which was to die for. Gerri had a turkey wrap with pesto that was equally as good.
We wandered back to the hotel, and killed some time. Gerri is now doing her presentation and I'm waiting for her to get done. We'll be leaving here to drive to North Myrtle Beach for the next three days with family. Unfortunately, Heather will not be joining us because she found out yesterday that she has mono.
Heading to Hard Rock Park Friday and then a 10 mile run on Saturday morning followed by watching the Alabama vs. Arkansas game. Should be an interesting weekend.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Catching Up and Stuff
Where does the time go?
I'm leaving for Folly Beach about 5:00pm. Gerri has been asked to speak at a conference tomorrow. We'll get a 4 or 5 mile run done in the morning. After the conference we'll be driving to North Myrtle Beach to meet up with the family for the weekend. Chelsea and Heather will be driving down after school tomorrow. Planning on going to the Hard Rock Park on Friday, then getting in a nice 10 mile run on Saturday morning. Will head home on Sunday, then out to Chattanooga on Sunday night. Invited to participate in an intensive Advanced Management Class next week.
This past weekend we traveled to Alabama with the girls. Gerri and I got in a humid 9 miler on Saturday morning. Some Starbucks, shower, then Panera Bread for breakfast. The rest of the day was enjoying tailgating with friends and an Alabama victory over Western Kentucky. We drove home on Sunday, stopping in Anderson for the 4:15pm NewSpring Church Service.
My 30th High School class reunion was this past weekend in CT. I'm hoping to see some pics and get some updates from those that attended. Thirty years, where does the time go?
I'm leaving for Folly Beach about 5:00pm. Gerri has been asked to speak at a conference tomorrow. We'll get a 4 or 5 mile run done in the morning. After the conference we'll be driving to North Myrtle Beach to meet up with the family for the weekend. Chelsea and Heather will be driving down after school tomorrow. Planning on going to the Hard Rock Park on Friday, then getting in a nice 10 mile run on Saturday morning. Will head home on Sunday, then out to Chattanooga on Sunday night. Invited to participate in an intensive Advanced Management Class next week.
This past weekend we traveled to Alabama with the girls. Gerri and I got in a humid 9 miler on Saturday morning. Some Starbucks, shower, then Panera Bread for breakfast. The rest of the day was enjoying tailgating with friends and an Alabama victory over Western Kentucky. We drove home on Sunday, stopping in Anderson for the 4:15pm NewSpring Church Service.
My 30th High School class reunion was this past weekend in CT. I'm hoping to see some pics and get some updates from those that attended. Thirty years, where does the time go?
Monday, September 8, 2008
Weekend Run & Ramblings
Another great weekend with Gerri. We headed to Alabama on Friday afternoon, somehow even managing to miss the Atlanta rush hour traffic. We arrived in Birmingham around 6:00pm and headed to Johnny Carrino's for dinner. As usual it was delicious and the extra large piece of tiarimisu topped it off perfectly.
We relaxed at the hotel, watching some football and flipping the channels. We found a run on mapmyrun.com, in an area we had not visited known as Mountain Brook. Turns out it was only a few miles from our hotel.
We set the alarm for 6:00am, got up and headed to Mountain Brook. After missing the exit the 1st time, we found our location. LOTS of runner and bikers. We drove up to the 3 mile mark and dropped some water. We recently immediately that the morning air was humid. The run was a combination of trails, roads and sidewalks and turned out to be very pleasant. Running somewhere new is always fun, and the hills were not killer, although this area is known for their hills. Gerri led most of the way, and pushed the pace as the run wore on. We ended up with a very nice 6.7 mile run.
Following the run we had our usual pre-game breakfast at Panera's, went back to the hotel, showered and headed to T-town. Like usual, we got their well ahead of time, and the rest of our tailgating crew had not yet arrived. We walked to the Quad, over to the building that Gerri will be taking the LSAT's in October, to the bookstore and of course the strip. One of my old co-workers dropped by for a while and then our group started arriving. We enjoyed a nice leisurely tailgate for several hours before it was time to head in to the stadium.
The first game of the year at home is always special, and Saturday was no exception. While Bama did not play to our expectations following the dominating victory over Clemson the previous week, we did manage to hold down Tulane and come away with victory number two on the season. We made it back to Birmingham without incident, grabbing a very late night dinner to go at McDonald's.
We slept in Sunday, had breakfast (slow, slow and cold) at Cracker Barrel and then drove home. We arrived in Anderson in time for the 4:15pm NewSpring Church Service. After church we went to Carrabba's for dinner and then home to relax, well with the few hours left in the weekend. Next weekend we'll repeat except that we will have Chelsea and Heather with us. Hopefully Hurricane Ike will stay away!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Home Home Home
An abbreviated week on the road. Here's a quick recap of my week.
1) Donated blood platelets on Tuesday. Something I try to do every two weeks, because I can and it helps others. I watched The Invisible while donating this week
2) Dropped $1,000+ at the Saturn dealer having my power steering fixed, oil changed, oil filter changed and nitrogen in my tires. Since when did power steering become computerized? I want to just add fluid instead of spending $1,000 replacing the complete steering unit. I got about 1 to 2 miles per gallon more on this trip, so maybe the new oil filter and nitrogen helped a little.
3) Worked in Thomson, GA and Aiken, SC. Completed my stores for the quarter, but with 3 weeks left, I'll be adding additional to help cut the number in the 4th quarter since my team is a man down. Another teammate in Memphis has been called up on National Guard duty to help out in Louisiana.
4) Got in a run! Yeah for me. Actually had a good three mile run in the dark, dark last night. Ran about a 1 mile loop in a neighborhood behind my hotel in Aiken. I ate a decent size dinner at Outback about 3 hours earlier, so didn't have high expectations. Started out fast, probably because I was "scared" in the dark and there were lots of dogs that I couldn't see barking. I looked at my Garmin, saw that I was moving along pretty good and decided to run hard for three miles. I ended up with 3 miles @ 9:15 pace, which is much faster than I have run in months. Unfortunately in the last 30 seconds I slightly tweaked my left ankle when I had to dodge a car that wasn't giving me any space and I stepped into a hole.
5) Dinner tonight with my beautiful wife. I know it's predictable, but it's nice to come home on Thursday night and start my weekend by having spaghetti with Gerri.
6) Looking forward to football. We'll leave for Birmingham Friday afternoon, have dinner at Johnny Carrino's and relax watching some Friday night football. Saturday morning we'll get up, drive to Tuscaloosa, walk around campus, tailgate with our friends and watch our beloved Crimson Tide kick Tulane in the ass just like they did Clemson last week. Oh yeah, we'll get up early in the morning to run a nice easy 10K too!
1) Donated blood platelets on Tuesday. Something I try to do every two weeks, because I can and it helps others. I watched The Invisible while donating this week
2) Dropped $1,000+ at the Saturn dealer having my power steering fixed, oil changed, oil filter changed and nitrogen in my tires. Since when did power steering become computerized? I want to just add fluid instead of spending $1,000 replacing the complete steering unit. I got about 1 to 2 miles per gallon more on this trip, so maybe the new oil filter and nitrogen helped a little.
3) Worked in Thomson, GA and Aiken, SC. Completed my stores for the quarter, but with 3 weeks left, I'll be adding additional to help cut the number in the 4th quarter since my team is a man down. Another teammate in Memphis has been called up on National Guard duty to help out in Louisiana.
4) Got in a run! Yeah for me. Actually had a good three mile run in the dark, dark last night. Ran about a 1 mile loop in a neighborhood behind my hotel in Aiken. I ate a decent size dinner at Outback about 3 hours earlier, so didn't have high expectations. Started out fast, probably because I was "scared" in the dark and there were lots of dogs that I couldn't see barking. I looked at my Garmin, saw that I was moving along pretty good and decided to run hard for three miles. I ended up with 3 miles @ 9:15 pace, which is much faster than I have run in months. Unfortunately in the last 30 seconds I slightly tweaked my left ankle when I had to dodge a car that wasn't giving me any space and I stepped into a hole.
5) Dinner tonight with my beautiful wife. I know it's predictable, but it's nice to come home on Thursday night and start my weekend by having spaghetti with Gerri.
6) Looking forward to football. We'll leave for Birmingham Friday afternoon, have dinner at Johnny Carrino's and relax watching some Friday night football. Saturday morning we'll get up, drive to Tuscaloosa, walk around campus, tailgate with our friends and watch our beloved Crimson Tide kick Tulane in the ass just like they did Clemson last week. Oh yeah, we'll get up early in the morning to run a nice easy 10K too!
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Bama 34-10
As Jackie Gleason would say, "How sweet it is!"
Living in the upstate, we are surrounded by Clemson fans. Many are good friends. Because Bama and Clemson rarely play against each other, one fan base was going to have bragging rights for a long time. I'm thrilled that those bragging rights belong to the Bama side.
Gerri and I had a great time in Atlanta watching the game on Saturday night and are looking forward to the rest of the season even more. I'm attempting to not rub in the butt kicking too bad, so this will likely be more first and last post.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
This Is Alabama Football
It's the most wonderful time of the year and it begins Saturday against Clemson. I can't wait to be in the GA Dome with my wife and all my Bama buddies.
According to reports on all the major news networks this morning, Barack Obama's campaign headquarters has issued a statement to cease all distribution of campaign signs in Alabama. According to the statement, the Obama campaign has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace campaign signs that keep disappearing all over the state. Upon further investigation, it became apparent why this is happening.
According to reports on all the major news networks this morning, Barack Obama's campaign headquarters has issued a statement to cease all distribution of campaign signs in Alabama. According to the statement, the Obama campaign has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace campaign signs that keep disappearing all over the state. Upon further investigation, it became apparent why this is happening.
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