This morning a woman in Sandy was hit while she was jogging. Not long after she died from injuries sustained from this accident. This afternoon I found out she was the mother of a fellow runner, with whom I work. I had never met this woman, but I knew that she and her daughter were training for the upcoming Moab Half Marathon. Not only does my heart ache for my co-worker, but my heart aches that she died doing something that she loved.
I do not know how many runners/joggers are killed while training each year, but I know that each one is tragic and unfortunate. Especially with this one so close to home.
Her loss has taught me a few very important things to remember as we run our hearts out:
1: Always carry identification with you when you run, even if you think you are just going around the block. She was not carrying any, she was hit at 6:30 this morning and it wasn't until 11:00 that her family was informed of this tragedy.
2: She, like most of us do, was listening to her ipod. I have no objections to this, but I learned from participating in the Spudman Triathlon that music can be distracting to your surroundings, and you need to be aware of what is going on around you, whether it be a car turning or a man lurking, awareness is so important (I am not saying that this is the cause of the accident, but it is something to keep in mind that could contribute)
3. If you are going to be running in the dark, where something reflective. The driver who hit the jogger this morning did not see her as she was turning. We want to be seen!
4. Let someone know you are going and about what time you will be back. Take your cell phone (this can be used to identify you) and if you are taking longer than you should, you can let someone know so they don't worry. There are a lot of things to think about when running, and safety should not be compromised.
I love running. I know I share that love with many. And to be able to continue that love, we should take care of those things that are most important.
My heart breaks for this family's loss. And I pray for the continued safety of us all. Please, jog safely.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Sunday, August 30, 2009
A Participant Once Again
As I awoke at 6:40 Saturday morning, I dreaded what was ahead of me. My 10 mile run. Ugh. However, just a week before, as I awoke at 3:30am to get to the Park City Half Marathon in time, I was all nerves, and looking forward to the 13.1 miles I had ahead of me that morning. It is funny how 13 miles one day is something to be excited about, and 10 miles the next is absolutely dreadful. All it is, is the fact that training is the worst part of a race. Not meaning its horrible, but it is the necessary evil for sure.
And next weekend, I shall be racing again. My brother, sister and myself are running in the Disneyland Half Marathon, our 3rd Disney Park race this year. I have never to been to Disney more often in my life, and I quite like it. Even if it requires me to run at least 13 miles. Which actually, connects me more to the Disney experience, as I love running and I love Disney. 2 for 1!
So while I train this week, I'll keep my eye on the double medal I will be receiving next week as I cross the finish line at Disneyland!
And next weekend, I shall be racing again. My brother, sister and myself are running in the Disneyland Half Marathon, our 3rd Disney Park race this year. I have never to been to Disney more often in my life, and I quite like it. Even if it requires me to run at least 13 miles. Which actually, connects me more to the Disney experience, as I love running and I love Disney. 2 for 1!
So while I train this week, I'll keep my eye on the double medal I will be receiving next week as I cross the finish line at Disneyland!
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
This Week's Lessons
This past week or so I have learned quite a bit. And hoping to help those around me, I am posting said lessons.
1- Getting braces aches. They ache again when they are tightened each month.
2- Having a car with excellent gas mileage is wonderful.
3- Having a parking stall next to the lawn which gets watered every night calls for more often and futile car washings. You get nasty hard water stains on the car, which is eliminated washing the car, but then return the next morning when you park in your stall for the evening. Blah.
4- Participating in races, ie triathlons and marathons, is much more enjoyable then watching them. Participate as often as one is able!
5- My husband does odd things in his sleep, like unplug the CD player and place it on the floor while getting angry at the fact that it was up there and plugged in. **See previous post for more examples of my husband's interesting sleep habits**
6- I miss my DVR. Please come back soon!
7- Utah is a HOT state to live in (in the summer that is). Pack your shorts, sunscreen and sunglasses folks!
8- Working is overrated.
9- Having an ipod adapter in one's car is fantastic. I am definitely getting my money's worth now!
10-Don't take classes during the summer. It is NOT worth it.
1- Getting braces aches. They ache again when they are tightened each month.
2- Having a car with excellent gas mileage is wonderful.
3- Having a parking stall next to the lawn which gets watered every night calls for more often and futile car washings. You get nasty hard water stains on the car, which is eliminated washing the car, but then return the next morning when you park in your stall for the evening. Blah.
4- Participating in races, ie triathlons and marathons, is much more enjoyable then watching them. Participate as often as one is able!
5- My husband does odd things in his sleep, like unplug the CD player and place it on the floor while getting angry at the fact that it was up there and plugged in. **See previous post for more examples of my husband's interesting sleep habits**
6- I miss my DVR. Please come back soon!
7- Utah is a HOT state to live in (in the summer that is). Pack your shorts, sunscreen and sunglasses folks!
8- Working is overrated.
9- Having an ipod adapter in one's car is fantastic. I am definitely getting my money's worth now!
10-Don't take classes during the summer. It is NOT worth it.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
My Current Babies
I take more photos of the cats than anything else. Sad.
Bruce Wayne and Peter Parker are the most photogenic. Carl, however, obviously to me, hates it when I take a picture of her...she always turns away last second or gives me the, "don't you dare take a picture of me" look.
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Bruce Wayne and Peter Parker are the most photogenic. Carl, however, obviously to me, hates it when I take a picture of her...she always turns away last second or gives me the, "don't you dare take a picture of me" look.
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Friday, May 8, 2009
Russian Red
"Beauty, to me, is about being comfortable in your own skin.
That, or a kick-ass red lipstick."
-Gwyneth Paltrow
That, or a kick-ass red lipstick."
-Gwyneth Paltrow
Friday, April 24, 2009
The Sea Vision Society
Today I was researching a question at work and came across quite the Internet gem. We donate a part of the proceeds from our "Ocean Beauty" checks to the Sea Vision Society, and I was attempting to find out exactly what that society supports.
Granted, I never did find out about the Society, I did, however, find the Grammar Geeks worst nightmare. I pride myself (generally) in my knowledge of the English language and the use of correct grammar. So when I read the horrid misspellings or terrifying grammatical mistakes of others, I find it quite humorous (probably because I deal with such atrocities on a daily basis).
When I came across this website, I was ROLLING at my desk. The man that created it, Christian Reise Lassen, is the founder of The Sea Vision Society and an artist (and come to find out a musician as well....oh, I cannot WAIT to get my hands on his album, "Turn the Tide").
His grammar is beyond atrocious. Half the time I have no idea what he is trying to say. There are ridiculous run-on sentences and a comma, placed, after, almost, every, word,.
To give you some samples of the jewels this website contains, here are some direct quotes:
"Don't dream your life, life your dreams"
"Rules of Behave"
"Wizzards also is called Wiz those members who have the super user rights. One recognizes it as a starlet at the beginning of its nodding name. Every member the tasks of a Wiz are various, they care that yourself also on this that the palace is in the business, on the other hand they care that yourself is also to the rules of behave keep and they respect that the member are consistant under each other. You care on the one hand that the Palace perfectly runs and on the other hand they provide it that the Wiz whole work, have, however, the tasks of the Wiz simultaneously, too they."
"If one thinks of Greece as a vacation-goal, occurs a place prominent immediately like Athens or Rhodes then."
And that my friends, is just a sample. I am not making this stuff up.
Be sure to check out the "Babies" tab and read the picture captions.
Oh, and below are a couple choice photos for your enjoyment.
Granted, I never did find out about the Society, I did, however, find the Grammar Geeks worst nightmare. I pride myself (generally) in my knowledge of the English language and the use of correct grammar. So when I read the horrid misspellings or terrifying grammatical mistakes of others, I find it quite humorous (probably because I deal with such atrocities on a daily basis).
When I came across this website, I was ROLLING at my desk. The man that created it, Christian Reise Lassen, is the founder of The Sea Vision Society and an artist (and come to find out a musician as well....oh, I cannot WAIT to get my hands on his album, "Turn the Tide").
His grammar is beyond atrocious. Half the time I have no idea what he is trying to say. There are ridiculous run-on sentences and a comma, placed, after, almost, every, word,.
To give you some samples of the jewels this website contains, here are some direct quotes:
"Don't dream your life, life your dreams"
"Rules of Behave"
"Wizzards also is called Wiz those members who have the super user rights. One recognizes it as a starlet at the beginning of its nodding name. Every member the tasks of a Wiz are various, they care that yourself also on this that the palace is in the business, on the other hand they care that yourself is also to the rules of behave keep and they respect that the member are consistant under each other. You care on the one hand that the Palace perfectly runs and on the other hand they provide it that the Wiz whole work, have, however, the tasks of the Wiz simultaneously, too they."
"If one thinks of Greece as a vacation-goal, occurs a place prominent immediately like Athens or Rhodes then."
And that my friends, is just a sample. I am not making this stuff up.
Be sure to check out the "Babies" tab and read the picture captions.
Oh, and below are a couple choice photos for your enjoyment.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Gimme Sunshine!
I admit that I absolutely love snow. Its beautiful and has enjoyment factors i.e. snowboarding, sledding, ice skating, et cetera.
However, I 100% object to snow in APRIL! Good grief.
And what is worse, nature keeps teasing us with wonderful Saturday weather just to stick its tongue in our face the next day and the next.
I am getting the cabin fever and want sunshine for the following reasons:
1) Running. I need to run outside. If I have to run in the Olympic Oval or on a treadmill for much longer, I just might scream. Not to mention I have a race coming up in a little over 2 weeks and it had better be good weather
2) Climbing. I purchased some new climbing equipment, and all it has done is sit in my closet. If I don't use it soon, I think it is going to get mad at me, become faulty and kill me
3) Clothes. I am tired of my Winter attire and I want to pull out the flip flops without freezing my toes off
4) Lunch. I am beginning to go crazy being cooped up in the lunch room. I adore sitting on the grass and eating outside with a good book during my lunch hour
5) Swimming. I decided that I would like to swim much more this year to be my strongest for the Spudman. And I pretty much refuse to go swimming in the Winter as my hair will freeze and probably break off, ruining the years I have been attempting to grow it out
6) Running. I know I mentioned this before, but I really want to run outside. It has been too long, and I LOVE running the fresh air with actual scenery. Training for races indoors is the absolute pits. This is why I tend to avoid Marathons, Half Marathons, Triathlons and all other such races in the winter months. Even if said race is in some warm location such as Florida. I still have to train indoors, and doing 20 miles on a treadmill? NO THANK YOU! And I am quite anxious to get to training for the St. George Marathon early this year. I've caught a bug!
Yes yes, due to all these reasons, I petition that Nature should stop being such a beast and bring on the sunshine. Are not you in agreeance?
However, I 100% object to snow in APRIL! Good grief.
And what is worse, nature keeps teasing us with wonderful Saturday weather just to stick its tongue in our face the next day and the next.
I am getting the cabin fever and want sunshine for the following reasons:
1) Running. I need to run outside. If I have to run in the Olympic Oval or on a treadmill for much longer, I just might scream. Not to mention I have a race coming up in a little over 2 weeks and it had better be good weather
2) Climbing. I purchased some new climbing equipment, and all it has done is sit in my closet. If I don't use it soon, I think it is going to get mad at me, become faulty and kill me
3) Clothes. I am tired of my Winter attire and I want to pull out the flip flops without freezing my toes off
4) Lunch. I am beginning to go crazy being cooped up in the lunch room. I adore sitting on the grass and eating outside with a good book during my lunch hour
5) Swimming. I decided that I would like to swim much more this year to be my strongest for the Spudman. And I pretty much refuse to go swimming in the Winter as my hair will freeze and probably break off, ruining the years I have been attempting to grow it out
6) Running. I know I mentioned this before, but I really want to run outside. It has been too long, and I LOVE running the fresh air with actual scenery. Training for races indoors is the absolute pits. This is why I tend to avoid Marathons, Half Marathons, Triathlons and all other such races in the winter months. Even if said race is in some warm location such as Florida. I still have to train indoors, and doing 20 miles on a treadmill? NO THANK YOU! And I am quite anxious to get to training for the St. George Marathon early this year. I've caught a bug!
Yes yes, due to all these reasons, I petition that Nature should stop being such a beast and bring on the sunshine. Are not you in agreeance?
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