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Terry Fox
The Terry Fox run was today. It was a weird event even for a fun run. I just wonder what Terry himself would think if he knew that his life and effort had spawned all of this. I mean he … Continue reading
Running Fast or Fast Running
Sunday 27 November is the Terry Fox Run here in HCMC. We’ve run every year since 2007 when we arrived. My original plan was to run the Bangkok Marathon on 20 November the week before and then this one. The … Continue reading
Rain in the Streets
Last Thursday we had Sports Day 2011 at AIS. It was a great day; the rain couldn’t even prevent it from being a great day. Nothing like playing a hot sweaty game in the rain in Vietnam. However, that is … Continue reading
Bad Day
This was the worst day EVER! Let me count the ways! I got up at 5:00 AM to complete work that went wanting the day before violating the procrastinator’s creed: Always put off until tomorrow what should have been done … Continue reading
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Tagged accident, bad day, bank, lasagna, procrastination, traffic ticket, xe om
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Lemons, anyone?
It’s like I always say, When life gives you lemonade, ya gotta make a few lemons! It is official, the Standard Charter Bangkok Marathon 2011 is cancelled. However, it has been re-scheduled for 12 February 2012! So, let’s make some … Continue reading
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Tagged Bangkok 2011, extending distance, running, Standard Charter
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Running Buddy
Recently, I started running with Faye our new PE teacher on Wednesday evenings. She is starting running again after moving to HCMC and is interested in doing a marathon sometime in the spring. We’ve managed two runs during the past … Continue reading
The Next Day
Typically after a big run, I’m stiff the next day. I have trouble walking down stairs at least in the mornings. But, this morning. Nothing. Nada. I’m fine. Maybe I’m finally getting there. One of the things that I’m struggling … Continue reading
Toe 2 Heel
Tonight’s run was great! Probably one of the best long runs I’ve had all year. I felt great all the way to the last two km and then it was “just keep your legs moving” bit. That always works for … Continue reading
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New Shoes
The Bangkok Marathon is coming up 20 November. My current running shoes are a moving environmental disaster area. If they stop for more than a day, the EPA shoes up. There is no way the airline will allow me to … Continue reading
Drive Byz!
Okay, so the name is a bit obnoxious, but so am I, I suppose. Okay, I have my obnoxious moments but mostly I guess I’m a smart alack cynical sarcastic old curmudgeon whose had children way too late in life. Also, I … Continue reading
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Tagged marathon, motorbikes, observation, Photos, running, traffic, xe om
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