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A meeting got canceled today so then my plan was to go out for a short run today after the long one yesterday. However, getting pressure from a company step challenge I decided to go my usual distance which actually felt really good until about the last mile was a struggle. Probably should have stuck with my first plan.

A serene wetlands scene with fallen branches protruding into a grassy marsh. The background features a clear blue sky and dense green trees lining the horizon.

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Utilized the cooler morning to get a longer run in this week as looking at my weekend there will probably be no time for such a thing. After yesterday’s run, this one felt pretty good so glad that I didn’t try to push it yesterday.

A serene lakeside view with calm water reflecting the clear blue sky. Lush green trees line the banks, and sparse vegetation is visible in the foreground.

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Let’s just say this run I felt beat. Might have been working in the yard all morning before or the heat but either way I was glad to not have had a long run in my plan for today.

A narrow dirt trail winds through a forest with tall, slender trees under a clear blue sky. The sunlight filters through the branches, creating dappled patterns on the ground.

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Got out for a short run tonight after a very busy day even though I was going to have the afternoon off. However, with the busy weekend I wanted to get a run in today not knowing what the rest of the weekend will bring.

A tranquil pond surrounded by bare and budding trees reflects the overcast sky. Tall reeds and fresh grass grow at the water’s edge, with a small, weathered birdhouse standing at the shoreline.

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It was a nice day out today for a run. Based on the rest of the week I think overall it will be a down millage week so I might try to do some more shorter runs when I have some time but it is probably ok to have a rest week instead of continuing to build miles.

A serene lake with calm blue water, surrounded by dry reeds and patches of green foliage, under a clear blue sky. Sparse trees line the horizon in the background.

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Had a break in meetings this morning so I got this run in with the time I had. The only bummer when trying to squeeze it in like this I struggle to cool down quick enough before quickly jumping onto my next call. A small, winding stream flows through a marshy field with dry reeds and patches of green grass under a blue sky with scattered clouds. Trees and a few houses are visible in the background.

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Rain was the theme of this run today as it rained the entire time. I got less than a mile in and it then rained hard the rest of the time. I guess on the bight side my shoes got cleaned. A narrow, wet path winds through a misty forest with early spring foliage on the trees and a layer of dry leaves covering the ground.

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Before this run I actually talked myself out of going up a mile this week thinking with everything going on I should take rest. However, as I kept going I then got to a point that I thought what is 2-3 more miles.. Well those 2-3 miles you can see I was tired but glad to get the miles in.

A serene wetland scene with still water reflecting a partly cloudy sky. Bare trees line the left bank, while the right side has patches of greenery. Dry reeds and grasses surround the water’s edge.

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Got this run done before it rained the rest of the day. It was a good break in my morning after being heads down on work and before meeting in the afternoon.

A meandering stream flows through a grassy field with sparse trees, some with budding leaves, under an overcast sky.

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Thankful that my flight this morning got in earlier than I expected and home before I was thinking. I took that extra time to get a run in as I had pushed my meetings back and got some work done on the plane. Felt good to get moving after an early morning and lots of sitting.

Sparse trees with bare branches framed against a cloudy sky, with dry brush and grass in the foreground and a glimpse of water in the background.

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After a late night of traveling and no real plans for the day until tonight, I was still up early and of course I had packed my running gear. So with no real idea where to run so I just started from the hotel and actually found an area in some houses interesting to explore. A scenic view of a suburban area with a dry creek bed in the foreground. The creek is surrounded by grassy lawns, small trees, and residential houses with brick and stone exteriors under a clear blue sky.

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Of course this last minute purchased flight to Texas last week has me on a really delayed flight. However, I appreciate the updates all day Flighty.

Flight F93223 from MSP to DFW, scheduled for 10:55 PM, is delayed by 2 hours and 13 minutes, now arriving at 1:37 AM.

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Fun watching this girls first day of track this year due to swim conflicts. She got 5th in the 400nand was super happy with that. She said for her 100 she thought they were still warming up so she wants a redo as she just jogged it. 😅

A person in a red shirt runs on a track next to a grassy field with hurdles. The day is clear and sunny, with bare trees in the background.

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This run felt harder than I think it should have but even at the start my legs were tired so not surprised that last mile was real work. Other than that it was nice outside and I took a few new paths to pass the time.

A field of tall, dry grass under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. A body of water and distant tree line are visible in the background.

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This run felt harder than I think it should have but even at the start my legs were tired so not surprised that last mile was real work. Other than that it was nice outside and I took a few new paths to pass the time.

A field of tall, dry grass under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. A body of water and distant tree line are visible in the background.

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This could get dangerously unhealthy for me now that I have found a good use for my families Ninja CREAMi. I will say the Oreo Ice Cream combination is delicious and really tastes like a blizzard. 🍦😋

A container of New York vanilla ice cream and a pack of Double Stuf Oreos are on a countertop. A hand holds a spoon in a cup of what appears to be Oreo crumble mixed with ice cream.

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The track meet for my daughter might have been canceled due to weather but I decided to give it a go. Didn’t get to rained on and only a little lightening and thunder but I was able to fishing before it really started pouring.

A tranquil, overcast marshland scene with brown, dried reeds in the foreground and bare trees framing the background under a gray sky.

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👋 Hi my name is Darby and I am a Turtle… 🐢 🐶

A fluffy black dog with a slight curl to its fur is lying down on polished wooden flooring, looking directly at the camera with a calm expression.

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Happy Birthday to my amazing Wife who keeps it all together! Not to mention puts up with me and my craziness of running.

A family gathers around a birthday cake with “April 23” written on it. A girl in a purple dress holds a small brown dog, while two other people stand beside her. Another person holds a black dog. The setting appears to be a living room with a couch and large windows in the

A person smiling at a table with a birthday cake in front of them. The cake is decorated with colorful sprinkles and has “April 24th” written on top. The room is warmly lit with a sofa, dining table, and large windows in the background. Look close at the cake and you will see our kids are so nice thinking we just freeze at age 29. 😆

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Found time today to get out for a run which I was very thankful for but my whole body felt tired. Might have been due to a little lack of sleep and stuff at work or might have just been a little warmer than the past two days. Either way now I am glad to have gotten out to enjoy the weather.

Calm lake with a reflective surface, surrounded by bare trees under a cloudy sky.