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I was able to find some time to get away from my desk today to get some miles in. Seeing how I just closed my work laptop now reminds me why I don’t feel bad when I go for a run sometimes mid day.

A large, calm body of water reflects a cloudy sky, surrounded by a forest of bare trees in a serene landscape.

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This run was therapy after the rollercoaster morning. Didn’t feel like I was working too hard and just kept moving till it was time to stop. Well and to take this picture 🤷‍♂️

Tall, dry reeds stand around a small pond, surrounded by leafless trees and under a cloudy sky, creating a quiet, natural landscape.

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Decisions have been made so here we go again…. 🏒

A small garden shed stands on a manicured lawn, casting long shadows on a sunny day, flanked by leafy trees with a wooden house visible in the background. Probably won’t get a lot done today but boards out in the grass and stakes down from garage.

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Watched Matilda tonight that was put on by our High School. We didn’t know anyone in it but our youngest wanted to see it so invited some other family along to join. They did a great job performing. 👏

A hand holds a “Matilda the Musical” program against a dark floor. The cover features a silhouetted girl in front of a glowing blue background. Text: “Eden Prairie High School,” “2024,” “Book by Dennis Kelly, Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin.

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This was not sure the plan in more ways than one today. What started as me wondering what my friend was going to do for his birthday “run” turned into me finding us a route along the Minnesota River we had not done and instead of doing the 6 miles planned it turned out to be 10. Great Morning!

A calm river reflects leafless trees lining its banks under a clear blue sky, surrounded by sparse autumn foliage.

A railing stands by a calm pond, reflecting leafless trees on a clear, sunny day, with a grassy, rocky shore surrounding the scene.

Calm lake reflects bare trees, brown grass, and blue sky. Nearby tall reeds stand by water’s edge in a peaceful landscape with clear weather.

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60 min to burn in between some meetings today so I used it wisely to go outside and see how many miles  I could do then with 5 min to spare. The  new sidewalk was nice.

A narrow road curves through a leafless, late-autumn landscape, bordered by barren trees and golden fields under an overcast sky, evoking a quiet, desolate atmosphere.

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Is it? Is it really closed?

I am not sure who this sign is going to stop but not the guy running down this sidewalk… 😅

An orange traffic cone with a “SIDEWALK CLOSED” sign blocks a path beside a road, surrounded by fallen leaves and trees, while vehicles and workers continue in the background.

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Under the light of the moon tonight I decided to get some miles in while my youngest was at swim. It was a long day today and I felt very sluggish running  but it was needed. 🌔

Moon illuminates a dark night sky, casting light over a calm lake. Silhouetted trees and distant shoreline create a serene, natural atmosphere. Clouds and stars dot the expansive sky.

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With a day off of work today I couldn’t think of a better way to recharge than getting some trail miles in at a place I don’t visit often enough. The weather was perfect out today.

A dirt path covered in fallen leaves winds through a dense forest, bordered by trees with green and orange foliage, under a clear blue sky.

Sun shines over a tranquil lake, reflecting light on the water. Bare branches and tall grasses frame the scene, with woods in the distance under a clear blue sky.

A scenic view of a lake is framed by tree branches, with clear skies and a variety of foliage in the foreground.

A field of tall, dry grass stretches towards a line of trees under a clear blue sky.

A floating boardwalk stretches through a tranquil wetland with reeds and leafless trees under a clear blue sky.

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Decided to get some miles in this weekend as today was not as early as yesterday or tomorrow will be. I probably should have headed out earlier to get a longer run in but this felt good, was comfortable, and glad to be on trails more than streets.

Wooden boardwalk stretches through an open field of dry grass, bordered by sparse trees, under a cloudy, overcast sky.

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Fitting run today with the fog pretty dense this morning and the trail I was on had lots of obstacles ahead.

A narrow dirt path weaves through dense, overgrown vegetation in a forest, with arching branches forming a natural tunnel overhead. Fallen leaves scatter the ground, enhancing the secluded atmosphere.

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Big Darbs and Lainey wanted to be sure to remind everyone vote.. 🐾🐶 🇺🇸 Two dogs sit on a blue rug with “I voted” stickers on their chests. The hardwood floor and a blanket in a basket provide a cozy home environment.

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I was asked if I could go pickup another new “I Voted” sticker as my wife lost the one she has when we voted early. I figured it seemed like a good excuse to get a run in and complete a task so that is what I did and the nice lady there gave me 4 stickers.

A hand is holding several red I Voted stickers above a grassy background.

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Got outside for this run mostly in the middle of the rain fall. Decided to find trails and just enjoy being out there as the time change gave me some more time this morning before other activities started this afternoon.

A wooden boardwalk stretches forward through a field of tall, dry grass, leading towards dense trees under a clouded sky.

Tall, dry grass stands upright in a field, surrounded by sparse trees under an overcast sky, creating a serene and open landscape.

Leaf-strewn path winds through a dense, bare-branched forest in late autumn, beside a narrow, reflective stream, under a cloudy, pale sky. Fallen branches and green shrubs line the trail.

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Needed to get my wife’s vehicle in for an oil change so I dropped the car off and decided to run home. It wasn’t too bad out, might have overdressed but the fresh air helped clear the head today.

Railroad tracks stretch into the distance, lined with sparse, snow-dusted trees and undergrowth. Overhead, a partly cloudy sky fills the backdrop, creating a serene, rural scene.

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I think I will work from inside for a while this morning as the shed office heaters kick on and warm it up slightly.

Display showing “Shed Temperature” with temperature at 37.9°F, humidity 53%. Context includes a comment: “Temperature very cold, Air comfortable.” Background is green and minimalistic.

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This years Halloween crew was out taking over the streets where they left no house behind in a small radius… 🎃

Children walk along a dimly lit street, casting long shadows under streetlights. Leafless trees and residential houses line the quiet suburban neighborhood at night.

This is a favorite so was obviously on the list to visit. Festive decorations illuminate a yard; gravestones and lights create a spooky, Halloween cemetery scene. A sign reads “Dark View Cemetery Entrance.” Colored lights and fog enhance the eerie atmosphere.

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Had the trails to myself on a Halloween Snow day run! 🎃☃️🏃‍♂️

Decided to hit the trails which was fun but really was slipping and sliding along so no rush today just having fun.

A wooden boardwalk, covered in snow, stretches across a snowy field surrounded by bare trees under a cloudy sky.

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A little later start because my youngest missed the bus. So maybe this run could have been longer in my ramblings of the streets and trails but honestly my legs were feeling it and I was feeling it. The hour before I thought I felt great but it just went down hill. I guess Sunday caught up to me.

Dirt path winds through leafless trees, some with remaining yellow leaves, under an overcast sky, beside a partially visible river in a tranquil, wooded area.

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Another year around the sun for this good pup! I think he had a good day as we got him a couple new toys as well as doggie ice cream for him and his dog sister. 🎉🥳

A fluffy black dog rests comfortably on a dark sofa, gazing contently with its mouth open in a relaxed indoor setting.