Three Things Thursday

1. The weather is supposed to cool off a bit starting today.  That didn't help me with my long run yesterday though.  I had to get the kids on the bus before I could run.  By the time I got them on the bus and my stuff together it was 8.  Eeek and already almost 80 degrees! I mentally prepared for a hot one and set off down the road.

2. I made sure to run by several water tanks for Cola to hydrate at, which I think he really appreciated.  It also gives me a chance to stop since he won't drink if I don't stop.

This was about 6 miles into my run... and also where I discovered that somewhere along the way one of my water bottles had fallen out of my hydration belt.  It was the full one of course.  So here I was, nearly out of water, 6 more miles to go, roasting, suffering from cotton mouth.  You see any stores here?

Yeah, me either.  I decided to call at a 10 mile long run and headed back to my car. It wasn't just the water and heat issue, I had some super tired legs as well.  They just didn't want to run.  I decided they were telling me something.

3. I ran into my dad who was out harrowing the field, so he stopped to get a hug and have a chat. 

As soon as I got home I of course took a selfie and then turned in the hose and hosed my legs down with cold water. It felt divine. And then I think I drank nearly a half gallon of water! I was thirsty!