Running Alone

I was convinced that as soon as September arrived, so would the cool weather.  I think I've been stupid enough to believe this farce for several years. Well, we are a week in and it's still in the 100's. I would venture to say that it was almost cool when I left the house this morning in the dark. 

I was on my own today, because my running buddy is out to a back injury. At least there wasn't a threat of him drinking out of my camel again... And I realized that I run better alone. When it is just me, I can't use anyone else as a crutch or excuse to to slow down or walk. It's much easier for me to justify in my head that we need to take a walk break because my husband is having a bad day-I'm doing a good deed and walking to help him out. Such a crock, but I do tell myself that!

While today's run was long, hot, and difficult, I just keep focusing on Malibu. Less than 3 months and I'll have another marathon under my belt!

Miles logged: 18.0