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If someone suggests running I always jump on board as it is nice to have company on a run. I wasn’t planning on running today but sometimes a little motivation or push helps which also probably lead to a faster pace than I would have done too.

Calm water body resting under a partly cloudy sky with a forested hill on the distant horizon and scattered trees lining the shore.

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Was just going to go for a shorter run today but after getting out there the kinks went away so I kept going not knowing if I would run this weekend.

A dirt path stretches forward through a forest filled with lush green trees and dense foliage under bright daylight.

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Tonight’s creations… ✅ Homemade simple syrup ✅ Red Sangria (though I haven’t drank for 150 days now so let’s hope this will taste good for whomever tries it tomorrow 😂)

A glass pitcher containing chopped fruits and liquid sits on a marbled countertop next to a clear glass bottle filled with a pale yellow liquid in a kitchen setting.

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Thankful for the odd starting point of this run as I found a fun new trail to run. I have mapped all of the “public” trail but looking back I think there is another connection I could have made.

Wooden footbridge extends over lush greenery leading to a forested trail rich with dense trees and vibrant undergrowth.

Dense green grasses and foliage standing still amid a meadow bordered by a forest under a cloudy sky. Trees frame the scene while the horizon shows a distant line of trees.

A sign stating Leaving City Park Land stands beside a narrow dirt trail, which winds through a densely wooded area with trees and green undergrowth.

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The plan was to just circle the lake but I was feeling good so I found a place to add some miles. It might have been windy out but I will still take this cooler weather running any day of the week.

Sunlit waves sparkle on a wide body of water with distant tree-covered land on the horizon under a partly cloudy blue sky.

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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 son 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