I have always considered my self as being adaptable. However sometimes we get put to the test. Since we returned from Hawaii I have been training for a full marathon at the end of October. We went to the Outer Banks the last three weeks of July and I could not complete the weekend long runs due to the combination of heat and humidity. Then we came home and I got myself on track. Then last week extreme heat and humidity hit us here in NJ and I only ran on Tuesday of last week.
So after thinking about it more I realized it was going to be very difficult to get back on track at this point. I made the difficult choice to switch to a half marathon instead of a full marathon. Last year I ran a half marathon but it was virtual so this will give me the opportunity to do the half marathon in a live event.
Through these training I have said and believe that I am happy every time I run and it is the journey not the destination that counts. So last year if I did or didn’t do the half marathon I would be OK. I said the same thing about the marathon this year and will say it again with the half marathon in October.. I enjoy the training so much that the actual race is the extra icing on the cake.
So with the half marathon schedule I ran 6 miles today and did it very comfortably with the break in humidity.
I also enjoy baking.
Mexican Wedding Cookies 
Lemonany Summer Cookies
I enjoy baking and sharing with the neighbors and the women I got to know doing grocery shopping during the pandemic last year. I enjoy getting little messages via text or the next time that the cookies were enjoyed. I hold back some for group on Monday’s.
I have A plot, actually two adjacent plots, up at the Community Garden in our town. It is right up the street from where we live.
Although my garden is overrun with weeds, since I was away for those three weeks in July I have not been able to get them under control. I do get a good amount of produce from the garden. Over the next week I will try to pull or cover with mulch the weeds.
It is always good to appreciate what we have and to adjust as necessary as we move along.
I hope this post finds everyone well and healthy and in good spirits as we enjoy these wonderful summer days and evenings.
You never cease to amaze me with your attitude and ability to make the changes in life that you need to. 1/2 marathon – full marathon – it doesn’t matter, you do it! Love you and all you accomplish, both, mentally and physically and, your garden has produced some beautiful vegetables. Keep on keeping on!