tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post486229068853091919..comments2024-03-14T01:57:43.948-05:00Comments on HoHo Runs: Centerpoint Half (WW # 35)HoHo Runshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comBlogger103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-72282291348510337942016-04-10T08:04:52.346-05:002016-04-10T08:04:52.346-05:00I can't tell you how many times I've place...I can't tell you how many times I've placed 4th -- more times than any other number. At least 3rd place was several minutes ahead of me, not just seconds. Those are the ones that are tough to swallow. I like my prizes too! HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-36254693339286612412016-04-10T08:03:07.050-05:002016-04-10T08:03:07.050-05:00I think this medal is now one of my favorites. It...I think this medal is now one of my favorites. It's very elegant. They did a great job.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-20578307190583818542016-04-10T08:02:13.128-05:002016-04-10T08:02:13.128-05:00Well, seeing how the race was sponsored by a large...Well, seeing how the race was sponsored by a large church, I managed to restrain myself. I bet that would have really shocked him coming from a Grandma and all.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-57823113076977932392016-04-10T07:59:46.426-05:002016-04-10T07:59:46.426-05:00A margarita does hit the spot! I couldn't yel...A margarita does hit the spot! I couldn't yell, or speak -- I was gasping for breath at this point in the race! HA.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-14900443405726563832016-04-10T07:58:35.875-05:002016-04-10T07:58:35.875-05:00He didn't seem to be joking either. Somehow, ...He didn't seem to be joking either. Somehow, I guess he thought it was motivational to say that. Um, No.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-47892951908130055542016-04-08T08:12:25.578-05:002016-04-08T08:12:25.578-05:00At the time, I was feeling so good about my fast f...At the time, I was feeling so good about my fast finish mile and being close to the finish without losing pace...and then he yells out that. Sigh.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-77941859487326300582016-04-08T08:10:35.770-05:002016-04-08T08:10:35.770-05:00It feels so nice to have that injury behind me. I...It feels so nice to have that injury behind me. I still have a lot of work to do, but it's fun trying. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-22549897084314274172016-04-08T08:08:51.239-05:002016-04-08T08:08:51.239-05:00A good cheeseburger is a favorite meal too! It...A good cheeseburger is a favorite meal too! It's even better with sweet potato fries on the side. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-12728852886726742572016-04-08T08:07:27.723-05:002016-04-08T08:07:27.723-05:00Thank you. I try and do quite a few when the weat...Thank you. I try and do quite a few when the weather is cool. They will stop soon, unfortunately.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-41860008737075399072016-04-08T08:06:35.329-05:002016-04-08T08:06:35.329-05:00How exciting to be running your first half maratho...How exciting to be running your first half marathon! As you probably can guess, that is my favorite distance. Good luck!HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-19563627694152181842016-04-08T08:05:37.305-05:002016-04-08T08:05:37.305-05:00I just want to know what his motivational comments...I just want to know what his motivational comments were to the younger ladies, or the guys. I bet he didn't call anyone a Grandpa.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-7994130193303140262016-04-08T08:03:48.304-05:002016-04-08T08:03:48.304-05:00Thanks! On to the next one...Thanks! On to the next one...HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-18048501539682601542016-04-08T08:02:59.097-05:002016-04-08T08:02:59.097-05:00You know, it's rare they are perfect. It'...You know, it's rare they are perfect. It's all about managing whatever the day throws at you. It's part of why I love it so much. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-11945397527439835712016-04-08T08:01:32.458-05:002016-04-08T08:01:32.458-05:00Strawberry shortcake would be a great post race tr...Strawberry shortcake would be a great post race treat! HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-73016803974156059132016-04-08T08:00:41.562-05:002016-04-08T08:00:41.562-05:00I know he said it to another running buddy of mine...I know he said it to another running buddy of mine (she is 70). These photos were taken by volunteers, not professionals. I think that is awesome. I train all the time for fast finish. Sometimes, it pays off.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-7205026265980831112016-04-08T07:57:55.035-05:002016-04-08T07:57:55.035-05:00A cheeseburger is one of my favorite meals! I thi...A cheeseburger is one of my favorite meals! I think we can afford to eat something like that after a race. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-86364651923558057482016-04-08T05:21:14.200-05:002016-04-08T05:21:14.200-05:00I would have been mad too if a teenager had yelled...I would have been mad too if a teenager had yelled go grandma to me. Congrats on your race and yes, you are definitely moving forward post injury. The race medal is really nice and too bad about 4th place. I would rather be last in my AG than 4th, unless it is a huge race and they award 1-5. Yup, I kinda like the prizes!Two Runners Travel https://www.blogger.com/profile/10446814348862304394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-71091012362082589182016-04-08T05:01:32.210-05:002016-04-08T05:01:32.210-05:00Great job despite the knee pain! That medal is bea...Great job despite the knee pain! That medal is beautiful!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-30862248138392586022016-04-07T20:58:18.777-05:002016-04-07T20:58:18.777-05:00Actually my hair is solid white. It has been that...Actually my hair is solid white. It has been that way forever. It's a genetic trait I got from my Father's side. I DARKEN (not bleach) it to blond. Thank goodness for L'Oreal. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-72390956020309311382016-04-07T20:55:51.578-05:002016-04-07T20:55:51.578-05:00The funny thing is, I AM a Grandma! And proud of ...The funny thing is, I AM a Grandma! And proud of it. But the remark was so out of context. I wasn't running with any little kids! And I'm ahead of all those young folks behind me. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-24350821832357667532016-04-07T20:53:26.661-05:002016-04-07T20:53:26.661-05:00My hair/head gets sore too if I leave it up all da...My hair/head gets sore too if I leave it up all day. The double works well if you have shorter layers around your face. Debra is very nice. I can't believe it took us so long to meet! I felt good on the bike. Different muscles. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-20124474893301323732016-04-07T20:51:30.587-05:002016-04-07T20:51:30.587-05:00#40 will be on the beautiful panhandle of FL next ...#40 will be on the beautiful panhandle of FL next weekend. I've definitely got to something special for #50. That will more than likely be next winter or spring. Too far way to plan just yet.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-4571368372934038112016-04-07T20:50:19.705-05:002016-04-07T20:50:19.705-05:00I really couldn't tell I had raced the day bef...I really couldn't tell I had raced the day before while on the bike ride. It's a different set of muscles, for sure. I tried to keep my HR in a lower zone too.HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-86400828762978449912016-04-07T20:49:16.990-05:002016-04-07T20:49:16.990-05:00HA. Mother Nature was on a bender. I couldn'...HA. Mother Nature was on a bender. I couldn't talk at almost mile 13, or he would have had a ugly piece of my mind. We waited until mid afternoon to go out. I piddled around the house for a while first. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2490359525929931012.post-84039649738154852952016-04-07T20:47:30.139-05:002016-04-07T20:47:30.139-05:00Hooray for our 4th places! Heck, I'll take it...Hooray for our 4th places! Heck, I'll take it. I never think I'm going to place in any race, much less a half. HoHo Runshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01986964581984440945noreply@blogger.com