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Decided to get a run in before the day got too far along by doing a tour around Waseca. Really couldn’t beat the weather and I was feeling good.

Calm water reflecting clear blue sky with a distant tree-lined shore across the horizon

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✅ Unplanned Camper Landscaping

Overall this worked out pretty well. Two bags of mulch, 6 small bags or rock and these little tile brick looking things. I kind of wish in hindsight I had a before picture now.

Plastic folding table with items on top including a canister placed alongside garden mulch bag beneath in an outdoor setting next to a patio deck and large tree.

RV with an open side panel reveals a kitchen. A wooden deck fitted to the RV is surrounded by gravel and black tiles. Trees provide shade in the surrounding campground.

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I guess the sign was actually correct today by saying the Trail was underwater. By the time I ran across the sign and then into this bypass I was of at a path of no return in having to backtrack quite a bit. Normally I would power though and just get my feet soaked but i decided against it today.

A narrow water stream reflects the blue sky while surrounded by tall green grass and dense trees with a person’s shadow visible on the right side.

Dense green vegetation covers the field while tall trees stand against the clear blue sky in a serene landscape with a few scattered clouds.

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Probably not the smartest of decisions running on some of the trails and maybe in general with my bum eye. Not to mention it was hot but it did feel good to get moving again.

Clouds gather above a tranquil lake reflecting the sky with trees and dense greenery surrounding it, creating a serene outdoor natural setting.

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After a super late night chatting with some old high school friends I decided to get a short runin. I was shocked at how hot and humid it was already I enjoyed my stroll around a small part of Ames.

Wooden walkway with railings extending towards a grassy field flanked by trees under a partly cloudy sky in a park setting

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Now this is not the bonfire I thought it was was going to see tonight that is part of our HS Reunion gathering but I guess we are in the country of small town Iowa. 🤷‍♂️

A blazing bonfire illuminates an open grassy field during twilight two people stand near the fire one watching and the other taking a photo with trees and a blue sky in the background

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Explored some new areas on my run today. After the warmer humid weather lately it was nice to have a cooler overcast morning today.

Dirt path extends forward lined on both sides by dense green foliage with tall trees arching overhead in a forest setting.

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This run wasn’t going to happen today if it didn’t happen when it did. However, it was already 72°F out with 86% humidity and I am guessing if the sun keeps staying out today it is only going to get worse.

A winding footpath curves through a green park with trees in the background under a cloudy sky with the sun beginning to set.

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Decided on a whim (or maybe it was by some taunting by someone) to run today. Glad I was able to get lucky and find a break in the all day rain action that I actually didn’t get overly soaked.

A cracked paved path curves through dense greenery with tall reeds on one side and leafy trees arching overhead under a cloudy sky, with distant houses and a water tower visible.

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Decided to do a little morning Father’s Day run solo that I regretted due to the heat and humidity. The wind was nice but only seemed to feel it when I was head on. Slightly thankful I am not training for anything so nothing mattered or was required of me. Except getting back to our camper. 🥵

Waves ripple on a large lake framed by trees and leafy branches in the foreground with a wooded shoreline visible in the distance under a sunny blue sky.

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Trails with my oldest daughter… Wasn’t the plan today but how could I say no if someone wants to run with me. She did really well on this little route with no complaints and just kept chugging along.

Person running through a dense forest with leafy, green plants and trees; the person is wearing a black top and neon yellow shorts and is covering their face with their hands. She was picture shy so she covered her face when I turned around to snap this. 📸

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Wasn’t the plan to run this sort of a distance as I was thinking something shorter  at the hottest time of the day. However, since I was waiting for my son and his friend to finish golfing I had time on my side and honestly I need this time, space, and miles after the last couple of weeks.

A narrow concrete path stretches straight across a grassy field flanked by leafless trees under a clear blue sky. Dense green vegetation surrounds the walkway with a forest in the background.

A calm lake with rippling water bordered by lily pads and shoreline trees under a clear blue sky with a distant forest and a house across the water.

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Doing some volunteer hours for my daughter’s swim tonight and I successfully set it up for the live stream and had to do some other tech things to fix some issues. Overall it wasn’t that bad and I found watching the terminal text flash by fascinating.

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With some co-workers in town this week and other activities it might be a struggle to get some runs in. Most likely they are going to be in the evening but at least tonight it wasn’t too hot as the sun went down.

Two birch trees stand among dense green foliage at sunset their white bark contrasting against the surrounding lush vegetation in a forested area with tall grasses and trees in the background.

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My sleep has been a little out of wack lately so this run probably felt harder than it should have. However, overall not bad for a midday long run.

Canoes rest on a sandy beach by a calm lake with a dock extending into the water Trees with lush green foliage surround the lake under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds

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Don’t get me wrong I actually accomplished a lot of work in my 12+ hrs I was in the Portland Airport. However, I did try to have some fun with it as I was reminded of the old movie The Terminal with Tom Hanks and what else are you going to do but create some fun images with ChatGPT.

Man sitting in airport seating using a laptop surrounded by travelers and luggage against a backdrop of flight information displays and a large, windowed ceiling

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Decided to run along the York River which want to bad as I found some interesting scenery as well as the Wiggly Bridge. However, once I got into more wooded trails I was wondering why I didn’t run along the ocean again as these wooded trails are like what I can find in Minnesota. 🤷‍♂️

A narrow paved path stretches towards a tree-covered island surrounded by low tide waters under a partly cloudy sky

A green suspension footbridge spans across a body of water, leading to a lush, tree-covered area with a blue sky and clouds above

A dirt path winding through a dense forest filled with slender green trees and scattered underbrush.

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Run to Nubble Lighthouse this morning. Might have been further than I was planning on running but it was along the ocean the entire way so I can’t really complain.

Lighthouse standing on a rocky coastal hill under a clear blue sky with the ocean and an unobstructed horizon in the background during daylight.

A lighthouse with an attached house and outbuildings stands on a rocky cliff overlooking a calm ocean under a clear blue sky.

A serene sunset illuminates the ocean, with the sun’s reflection stretching across the water and a distant silhouette of a landmass on the horizon

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The cliff walk along the ocean was “closed” but the sign didn’t deter me. There was a couple rough / washed out spots so I had to climb sound but worth the views for some of my run this morning.

A house overlooks a rocky shoreline beside a calm ocean under a partly cloudy sky with blue and white hues.

Rocky coastline adjacent to calm sea under a cloudy sky with a concrete pathway winding through large rocks and distant greenery displayed on the horizon. This is why the sign was there as you can tell the path is not entirely intact.

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A great way to round up the weekend for these boys going 3-0 to cruise into and winning the Championships game! 🥇

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