Stopping.
He he he.
Go ahead and try it -- see for yourself.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
7 miles this Saturday
Hello everyone!!
I have held off writing about my 6 mile run probably because it was so painful. Not painful like I couldn't do it, but it was humid and hot and at times I felt as though I was breathing cotton. It has been SUPER hot the last few days -- I sweat just walking out the door in the morning, so you can imagine what was like to run in that heat. I must say it felt great to complete, but I did need a walk break or two.
My maintenance runs have been fun -- there is so much going on here -- there are so many things to see and people to watch while passing the miles and minutes. During my 4/5 mile run, I saw so many interesting things. First, A motorcade on Massachusetts Ave had me stranded at a stoplight for about 5 minutes. Dick Cheney, I presume. I watched a fight between 2 truck drivers and a cabbie - the cabbie was double parked and the truck couldn't get through -- the truck drivers were screaming in Italian (I think) and the cabbie was also screaming in a foriegn language so you can only imagine how entertaining that was. The cars stuck in traffic behind them slammed on their horns and held them down for a long time (as if that will do anything) - those of you who live in a city know the effects of the acoustics on small streets. I watched a homeless man receive a $5 bill - he thanked the woman as she walked away, and then walked straight into the liquor store. I also saw a father pushing his daughter in her stroller - he was so focused on talking to her that he ran the stroller into a newspaper dispenser. Child was fine - no worries. I watched what seemed like the entire working population of DC stuck in traffic headed for the suburbs. All + of + it = absolutely priceless.
The weather today was absolutely perfect - 8o degrees and much less humid than usual for DC in June. It made for a great run! I started out from my neighborhood and ran to Georgetown.
Seems like ever since I decided to run the 20th mile for Cimini, I've been seeing his look-a-likes everywhere. At least 3 times today, I had to do a double take to make sure it wasn't him. For those of you who knew him, he was easy to pick out in a crowd -- the thick brown beard, glasses, his stocky frame, khaki pants, Birkenstocks, and a tee shirt (more often than not - the tee shirt was a concert purchase, or perhaps a freebie from one of the many parts distribution companies he worked with - BMW, Napa, etc). Anyway, DC is a place where you don't see to many hippies out on the street - even in the GW or Georgetown area. When and if you do see them, you assume there's a Widespread Panic show in town, and that all the kids from the suburbs have flocked into the city for it. It's a shame, really. I love hippies. I've accepted the fact that each time I "see Cimini" while I'm running, its a sign that he's thankful for my effort. Each time, I think of a great memory he's blessed me with - I always laugh to myself and smile a bit. I still miss him like hell, though.
Anyway, halfway through my training run today, I stopped at the waterfront in Georgetown to enjoy the view of the almost perfect blue sky over the Potomac. I had one of those moments when you feel like you're not anywhere, like time doesn't matter. As if planned, "The Only Living Boy in New York" by Simon and Garfunkel was playing on my IPod -- a perfect song to "have a moment" to. I could have stayed there all day, sitting on a cement stoop watching the clouds in the sky assemble and reassemble themselves into my own personal artwork. Then, out of nowhere, "Lose Yourself" by Eminem came blaring over my IPod earphones and I got up and sprinted home.
Yes, Eminem brutally killed the moment.
Music is something that has been a big part of each of my maintenance runs during the week. I have found myself enjoying a lot of classic rock these days --- The Who, Yes, Traffic, the Beatles, Steely Dan, Zero, The Allman's and the Dead (those of you who know me well know these last two have always been a staple), but who would have guessed that these artists would be fun to run to? That's what is so great about music - each time you hear a song, there's something more to appreciate about it. There's no limit on your interpretation. I spent about 10 minutes deciphering what "Your Move" by Yes is really about. While running. Apple is genius -- who remembers running with a Sony Walkman or Discman? And your hand would sweat and you'd lose a grip or the disc would skip or the tape would end and you'd have to flip it. The IPod makes everything so much easier. Wish I were Steve Jobs.
So, I've babbled quite a bit in this blog. Sorry for those of you who have stuck it out this far. I'm running a 7 mile run on Saturday and I only hope the weather (and the overall experience) is as perfect as today.
If you care to come back to read about the rest of my running week, I'll be posting on Friday evening. If you don't - no prob. Just tell me to stop sending you emails ;-)
Thanks to Aunt Terri, Megan Remsen, and Steve for your VERY generous contributions to this cause. I'm absolutely blown away by your generosity.
I've decided to leave you with the lyrics to "Your Move" by YES. The part that got me today was "Don't surround yourself with yourself". Leave it, or take it all for what it's worth:
YES - I've Seen All Good People/Your Move
I've seen all good people turn their heads each day
so satisfied I'm on my way.
I've seen all good people turn their heads each day
so satisfied I'm on my way.
Take a straight and stronger course to the corner of your life.
Make the white queen run so fast she hasn't got time to make you wise.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Move me on to any black square,
Use me any time you want,
Just remember that the gold
'Sfor us to capture all we want, anywhere,
Yea, yea, yea.
Don't surround yourself with yourself,
Move on back two squares,
Send an instant comment to me,
Initial it with loving care
Don't surround
Yourself.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit Don't surround
Didda. Yourself with yourself.
Don't surround yourself with yourself, Don't surround yourself.
Move on back two squares,
Send an instant comment to me, Send an instant
Initial it with loving care Comment to me. Don't surround Yourself.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured.
- Kate
I have held off writing about my 6 mile run probably because it was so painful. Not painful like I couldn't do it, but it was humid and hot and at times I felt as though I was breathing cotton. It has been SUPER hot the last few days -- I sweat just walking out the door in the morning, so you can imagine what was like to run in that heat. I must say it felt great to complete, but I did need a walk break or two.
My maintenance runs have been fun -- there is so much going on here -- there are so many things to see and people to watch while passing the miles and minutes. During my 4/5 mile run, I saw so many interesting things. First, A motorcade on Massachusetts Ave had me stranded at a stoplight for about 5 minutes. Dick Cheney, I presume. I watched a fight between 2 truck drivers and a cabbie - the cabbie was double parked and the truck couldn't get through -- the truck drivers were screaming in Italian (I think) and the cabbie was also screaming in a foriegn language so you can only imagine how entertaining that was. The cars stuck in traffic behind them slammed on their horns and held them down for a long time (as if that will do anything) - those of you who live in a city know the effects of the acoustics on small streets. I watched a homeless man receive a $5 bill - he thanked the woman as she walked away, and then walked straight into the liquor store. I also saw a father pushing his daughter in her stroller - he was so focused on talking to her that he ran the stroller into a newspaper dispenser. Child was fine - no worries. I watched what seemed like the entire working population of DC stuck in traffic headed for the suburbs. All + of + it = absolutely priceless.
The weather today was absolutely perfect - 8o degrees and much less humid than usual for DC in June. It made for a great run! I started out from my neighborhood and ran to Georgetown.
Seems like ever since I decided to run the 20th mile for Cimini, I've been seeing his look-a-likes everywhere. At least 3 times today, I had to do a double take to make sure it wasn't him. For those of you who knew him, he was easy to pick out in a crowd -- the thick brown beard, glasses, his stocky frame, khaki pants, Birkenstocks, and a tee shirt (more often than not - the tee shirt was a concert purchase, or perhaps a freebie from one of the many parts distribution companies he worked with - BMW, Napa, etc). Anyway, DC is a place where you don't see to many hippies out on the street - even in the GW or Georgetown area. When and if you do see them, you assume there's a Widespread Panic show in town, and that all the kids from the suburbs have flocked into the city for it. It's a shame, really. I love hippies. I've accepted the fact that each time I "see Cimini" while I'm running, its a sign that he's thankful for my effort. Each time, I think of a great memory he's blessed me with - I always laugh to myself and smile a bit. I still miss him like hell, though.
Anyway, halfway through my training run today, I stopped at the waterfront in Georgetown to enjoy the view of the almost perfect blue sky over the Potomac. I had one of those moments when you feel like you're not anywhere, like time doesn't matter. As if planned, "The Only Living Boy in New York" by Simon and Garfunkel was playing on my IPod -- a perfect song to "have a moment" to. I could have stayed there all day, sitting on a cement stoop watching the clouds in the sky assemble and reassemble themselves into my own personal artwork. Then, out of nowhere, "Lose Yourself" by Eminem came blaring over my IPod earphones and I got up and sprinted home.
Yes, Eminem brutally killed the moment.
Music is something that has been a big part of each of my maintenance runs during the week. I have found myself enjoying a lot of classic rock these days --- The Who, Yes, Traffic, the Beatles, Steely Dan, Zero, The Allman's and the Dead (those of you who know me well know these last two have always been a staple), but who would have guessed that these artists would be fun to run to? That's what is so great about music - each time you hear a song, there's something more to appreciate about it. There's no limit on your interpretation. I spent about 10 minutes deciphering what "Your Move" by Yes is really about. While running. Apple is genius -- who remembers running with a Sony Walkman or Discman? And your hand would sweat and you'd lose a grip or the disc would skip or the tape would end and you'd have to flip it. The IPod makes everything so much easier. Wish I were Steve Jobs.
So, I've babbled quite a bit in this blog. Sorry for those of you who have stuck it out this far. I'm running a 7 mile run on Saturday and I only hope the weather (and the overall experience) is as perfect as today.
If you care to come back to read about the rest of my running week, I'll be posting on Friday evening. If you don't - no prob. Just tell me to stop sending you emails ;-)
Thanks to Aunt Terri, Megan Remsen, and Steve for your VERY generous contributions to this cause. I'm absolutely blown away by your generosity.
I've decided to leave you with the lyrics to "Your Move" by YES. The part that got me today was "Don't surround yourself with yourself". Leave it, or take it all for what it's worth:
YES - I've Seen All Good People/Your Move
I've seen all good people turn their heads each day
so satisfied I'm on my way.
I've seen all good people turn their heads each day
so satisfied I'm on my way.
Take a straight and stronger course to the corner of your life.
Make the white queen run so fast she hasn't got time to make you wise.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Move me on to any black square,
Use me any time you want,
Just remember that the gold
'Sfor us to capture all we want, anywhere,
Yea, yea, yea.
Don't surround yourself with yourself,
Move on back two squares,
Send an instant comment to me,
Initial it with loving care
Don't surround
Yourself.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit Don't surround
Didda. Yourself with yourself.
Don't surround yourself with yourself, Don't surround yourself.
Move on back two squares,
Send an instant comment to me, Send an instant
Initial it with loving care Comment to me. Don't surround Yourself.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured
For the queen to use.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
Diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit diddit didda.
'Cause it's time, it's time in time with your time and its news is captured.
- Kate
Friday, June 15, 2007
June 16th - 6 Miles
Hi there.
Tomorrow I run 6 miles -- haven't run that far since the 2005 marathon. I'm really looking forward to it. Wish me luck!!!
Tomorrow I run 6 miles -- haven't run that far since the 2005 marathon. I'm really looking forward to it. Wish me luck!!!
Sunday, June 10, 2007
MICHAEL ANDREW CIMINI - Mile 20
Although I'm celebrating the lives of those who are living during this run, I would like dedicate Mile 20 to my dear friend Michael Cimini, whose memory will make me smile and laugh forever.
Plus, I'll need something happy to focus on right about then. March 20ths is Cimini's Birthday, so I figure it is appropriate. For those of you who know him, you can understand that remembering Cim's antics and all of his hair-brain schemes will definitely help ;-)
Plus, I'll need something happy to focus on right about then. March 20ths is Cimini's Birthday, so I figure it is appropriate. For those of you who know him, you can understand that remembering Cim's antics and all of his hair-brain schemes will definitely help ;-)
5 Mile Run - June 9th
I was unable to make the group run for the 5 miler, so I was forced to do this one on my own. 2 years ago, a 5 mile run was a warm-up for me. But it has been a while since I've run the longer distances, so it was that much more difficult. Especially when you don't have someone there to push you for that last mile.
I decided on the National Mall for a 5 O'Clock run. Lesson learned -- in June, when the weather is good, it is not a good idea to compete for running space on the National Mall with the onslought of tourists carrying kites, kids, and cameras.
Since I had already committed to the site, I made the most of it. As I started my 5 mile run, I "people watched" all the crazies on the mall. While looking elsewhere, I ended up in the background (or ruined by running in front) of tourists' photos. I was tangled in 3 different kite strings and almost trampled scores of children. After the first few minutes, I decided to keep my eyes in front of me and focus my thoughts on the next few months of this training process.
I was thinking about how I have signed up to run the race for Leukemia - meaning that each dime I raise will go toward research for blood cancers. It is a wonderful organization and I'm very happy to be supporting the cause, but I couldn't help think about a few other people I'd love to honor is some way -- people that have suffered tremendously from illness but not necessarily from a blood disease.
I decided to add a new direction to my purpose for training and completing the marathon. The first, as stated, is to raise funds for Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma research. I hope you will help me support this cause.
The other purpose is a bit more personal. While I won't be raising money for this group, I am running each mile of the actual marathon for them -- to HONOR them -- people close to me who have suffered debilitating illnesses - and whose continued fight for survival will be my inspiration for crossing the finish line. Your emotional support of my efforts is your contribution to recognizing their heroic struggles and their victory on the fight for life.
During the last mile of my solo 5 mile run, I thought about a few people whose lives I want to celebrate, because their lives have touched me or someone I love in some way. Running solo under the bright summer sun, in the 92 degree heat, mile 5 was brutal. I finished knowing that my pain was minimal compared to that of those I had been thinking about. In every sense, they were my strength to keep going.
Gerry Schad, my mother's husband; my stepfather. Diagnosed with cancer a couple of years ago. Has been undergoing chemo and radiation for about 2 years. Suffers awful side effects from his treatment, but manages to stay positive, focused and happy.
Anne Lovell, my mother's sister; my aunt. Diagnosed with stage 3 bone cancer (called multiple Myeloma). Has undergone stem cell therapy treatment, and is currently in remission. Has had life changing results from her illness but has remained one of the most enthusiastic and happy people I know. Aunt Anne was my biggest fan during the 2005 Marine Corps Marathon.
Kathy Rutherford, Steve's Godmother, Aunt. Diagnosed suddenly with breast cancer in May, and underwent a mastectomy 3 weeks later. Her attitude is something I strive for, and her strength in the face of such adversity is amazing. Kathy also suffers from a heart disease which made her most recent surgery extremely risky. She was released from the hospital June 9th and is recovering as I type. Kathy too was a huge fan of my effort in 05.
Rick Loring, my cousin. Rick has suffered from MS all of his life, though the illness has not stopped him from being an amazing father, husband and mentor. Before retiring last year, Rick earned numerous awards for excellence in teaching. He has refused with fervor to let his MS hold him back.
Michael Dillon, my friend Megan's father. Diagnosed with brain cancer earlier this year, and has since undergone chemo and radiation treatment to reduce the tumor. While the results of the treatment are still being evaluated, Mr. Dillon's zest for life is as strong as ever.
Robert DiRita, my friend Rose's father. Diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor a couple of years ago, Mr. DiRita is currently in remission. The fight against his cancer was a tough one - and one he beat thanks to prayers and the amazing unifying support of the huge DiRita family.
Barbara Kurowski, my nursery school teacher. I admit that I haven't seen much of Teacher Barbara since preschool, except on our wedding day, but she was such an important part of my life during my "formative" years. Throughout everything, when I saw Teacher Barbara on our wedding day, I recognized that she hasn't changed a bit. Teacher Barbara is in remission.
Join me in celebrating these people's lives!! Go on and run a mile!!
I decided on the National Mall for a 5 O'Clock run. Lesson learned -- in June, when the weather is good, it is not a good idea to compete for running space on the National Mall with the onslought of tourists carrying kites, kids, and cameras.
Since I had already committed to the site, I made the most of it. As I started my 5 mile run, I "people watched" all the crazies on the mall. While looking elsewhere, I ended up in the background (or ruined by running in front) of tourists' photos. I was tangled in 3 different kite strings and almost trampled scores of children. After the first few minutes, I decided to keep my eyes in front of me and focus my thoughts on the next few months of this training process.
I was thinking about how I have signed up to run the race for Leukemia - meaning that each dime I raise will go toward research for blood cancers. It is a wonderful organization and I'm very happy to be supporting the cause, but I couldn't help think about a few other people I'd love to honor is some way -- people that have suffered tremendously from illness but not necessarily from a blood disease.
I decided to add a new direction to my purpose for training and completing the marathon. The first, as stated, is to raise funds for Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma research. I hope you will help me support this cause.
The other purpose is a bit more personal. While I won't be raising money for this group, I am running each mile of the actual marathon for them -- to HONOR them -- people close to me who have suffered debilitating illnesses - and whose continued fight for survival will be my inspiration for crossing the finish line. Your emotional support of my efforts is your contribution to recognizing their heroic struggles and their victory on the fight for life.
During the last mile of my solo 5 mile run, I thought about a few people whose lives I want to celebrate, because their lives have touched me or someone I love in some way. Running solo under the bright summer sun, in the 92 degree heat, mile 5 was brutal. I finished knowing that my pain was minimal compared to that of those I had been thinking about. In every sense, they were my strength to keep going.
Gerry Schad, my mother's husband; my stepfather. Diagnosed with cancer a couple of years ago. Has been undergoing chemo and radiation for about 2 years. Suffers awful side effects from his treatment, but manages to stay positive, focused and happy.
Anne Lovell, my mother's sister; my aunt. Diagnosed with stage 3 bone cancer (called multiple Myeloma). Has undergone stem cell therapy treatment, and is currently in remission. Has had life changing results from her illness but has remained one of the most enthusiastic and happy people I know. Aunt Anne was my biggest fan during the 2005 Marine Corps Marathon.
Kathy Rutherford, Steve's Godmother, Aunt. Diagnosed suddenly with breast cancer in May, and underwent a mastectomy 3 weeks later. Her attitude is something I strive for, and her strength in the face of such adversity is amazing. Kathy also suffers from a heart disease which made her most recent surgery extremely risky. She was released from the hospital June 9th and is recovering as I type. Kathy too was a huge fan of my effort in 05.
Rick Loring, my cousin. Rick has suffered from MS all of his life, though the illness has not stopped him from being an amazing father, husband and mentor. Before retiring last year, Rick earned numerous awards for excellence in teaching. He has refused with fervor to let his MS hold him back.
Michael Dillon, my friend Megan's father. Diagnosed with brain cancer earlier this year, and has since undergone chemo and radiation treatment to reduce the tumor. While the results of the treatment are still being evaluated, Mr. Dillon's zest for life is as strong as ever.
Robert DiRita, my friend Rose's father. Diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor a couple of years ago, Mr. DiRita is currently in remission. The fight against his cancer was a tough one - and one he beat thanks to prayers and the amazing unifying support of the huge DiRita family.
Barbara Kurowski, my nursery school teacher. I admit that I haven't seen much of Teacher Barbara since preschool, except on our wedding day, but she was such an important part of my life during my "formative" years. Throughout everything, when I saw Teacher Barbara on our wedding day, I recognized that she hasn't changed a bit. Teacher Barbara is in remission.
Join me in celebrating these people's lives!! Go on and run a mile!!
4 Mile Run - June 2nd
Hi everyone.
So I begin my training diary for the 2007 Marine Corps Marathon. I'm super excited to run the entire 26.2 miles this year, as opposed to last year when I walked every 6th minute. This time I won't be stopping if I can help it, but I'll have a better feel for that once we start our longer training runs.
On June 2nd I participated in my first team run - 4 miles. It was a nice run, although the sun was already bright at 8am and the humidity was a little thick as we ran along the C&O canal. Although I started the run with a group (10 minute milers) I ended up running most of the trip by myself - mostly because the group was faster than I am at this point in training. It was nice to have some time alone with my thoughts - without the distraction of a cell phone or an ipod drawing my attention elsewhere.
Somewhere around mile 3.4, I noticed that the girl who had been in front of me nearly the entire run started to walk. I really wanted to walk because the heat had been so bad and the smell of the canal was stifling. Besides, I am used to a walk break every few minutes.
Since my goal is to run the entire race, I made the decision to keep running. Once I caught up with the girl (whose name I learned was Erin - she's a first time marathoner), I asked her if we could run the last stretch together. It was a great motivation for both of us - and we kept each other going!
After the run I felt great! It was only 9am and I had the entire day ahead of me!!
So I begin my training diary for the 2007 Marine Corps Marathon. I'm super excited to run the entire 26.2 miles this year, as opposed to last year when I walked every 6th minute. This time I won't be stopping if I can help it, but I'll have a better feel for that once we start our longer training runs.
On June 2nd I participated in my first team run - 4 miles. It was a nice run, although the sun was already bright at 8am and the humidity was a little thick as we ran along the C&O canal. Although I started the run with a group (10 minute milers) I ended up running most of the trip by myself - mostly because the group was faster than I am at this point in training. It was nice to have some time alone with my thoughts - without the distraction of a cell phone or an ipod drawing my attention elsewhere.
Somewhere around mile 3.4, I noticed that the girl who had been in front of me nearly the entire run started to walk. I really wanted to walk because the heat had been so bad and the smell of the canal was stifling. Besides, I am used to a walk break every few minutes.
Since my goal is to run the entire race, I made the decision to keep running. Once I caught up with the girl (whose name I learned was Erin - she's a first time marathoner), I asked her if we could run the last stretch together. It was a great motivation for both of us - and we kept each other going!
After the run I felt great! It was only 9am and I had the entire day ahead of me!!
Original Email Sent to Friends and Family
Hi Everyone!!
In case you don’t know, I’ll be running the Marine Corps Marathon again this year. It has been 2 years since my last marathon training – I am so excited to get back on the trail!! Once again, I’ll be training for and running the marathon against one of the most beautiful backdrops in the world – our Nation’s Capital.
When I trained for the 2005
I’ll be updating my blog on a weekly basis, so please check back often and feel free to post notes or send emails. I would really appreciate the encouragement!!
http://www.mulqueentrainingdiary.blogspot.com
Hope to hear from you!!
TRAINING DEDICATION - Why am I doing this?
Hi Everyone!!!
If you are reading this, then I've already told you I'm running the Marine Corps Marathon on October 28, 2007. What I may not have told you is that I'm running with the Team in Training group this year. All of us on Team In Training are raising funds to help stop leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma from taking more lives. We need your support to cross the ultimate finish line - a cure!
While the funds will go directly to help those who suffer from blood cancers, I am making it my personal goal to run the marathon for a few special people I know who have been diagnosed with cancer of any kind, and also those suffering from Multiple Sclerosis. These people are shining examples of inspiration and strength, and their fight for survival is the major reason for my decision to run another marathon.
Every leg of my 26.2 mile journey is a tribute to the following people, who have persevered in the face of extreme adversity, honoring them for their courage, strength, and determination.
Gerhart Schad
Anne Lovell
Kathy Rutherford
Rick Loring
Michael Dillon
Robert DiRitaBarbara Kurowski
Thank you to each of you who have been such an inspiration to all of us.
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