Good Stuff

So I've got 2 great things coming up soon that I'm really excited about - my first 1/2 marathon and a trip to New Orleans!

Next Saturday morning, I'll run the Raleigh Rocks 1/2. I started my training late but I think I've caught up enough that I'm ready. I attempted my last long run today but had to either cut it short or use someone's hedge as a bathroom...so I cut it short after about 7 miles and ran home, very carefully. I'll run again tomorrow morning, I might even attempt the last 12...but we'll see how Pat and Charlie feel. There are a few girls that I work with that are running the RR 1/2 also - I'm looking forward to devouring some pasta the night before the race with them and then meeting them at the finish line!

The morning after the run, I'm leaving on a jet plane to the Crescent City! My college roommate Amanda is going for work and I'm tagging along - I've never been and I am really excited about it! Of course, I've made a list of things I want to do, restaurants I want to go to, that kind of thing - if anyone who's been there has any suggestions, send them along. One great thing - the hotel we're staying at is in a great location, right on the Mighty Mississippi! Walking distance to a lot, or at least an easy cab ride. Have I mentioned how excited I am? Thanks Amanda!