September 18 run

This was one of those mornings where the weather turned more pleasant early in the run and within an hour or so treated us with some light sprinkles and a beautiful rainbow.  We had a "baker's dozen" show up (a nicer way to put it than to say 13). We were graced with a few faces whom we haven't seen in a while. Jari showed up with her son Jayman, who is now the successor to Jarily, who has gone off to college at UF.  Her brother enrolled in UCF and hopefully will be his sister's replacement on the J & J team!

 

There is now a hint of Fall approaching, so our ranks should soon be swelling.

 

Bob Raymond again in the news!

I previously reported on the flooding in Vermont and Bob's dodging the bullet by about five feet of dry land between his house and the river.  This time the news is more positive.  Bob was written up in the Vermont Standard for his remarkable stats as a runner.  Now he is a celebrity in both Winter Park and Woodstock!  I've attached the article.  Congratulations, Bob!!

 

Blanket Drive this Fall

I would like to throw out the thought that we once again conduct a blanket collection effort for homeless men in the area.  I think an ideal date for the drive would be the last Sunday in October (10/30//11).  Would appreciate feedback from you if you have any thoughts or ideas.  This will be our third annual drive and the quantity of blankets collected has grown each year. 

 

Arnold Palmer 15K next Saturday:

Good luck to those planning to run this race next Saturday.  I had planned to do it, but my hamstring has voted to the contrary.  I'll have to settle for the OUC Half Marathon in early December.  I am bummed, since our new grandson was born at the hospital four months ago, and I was truly impressed with the quality of the care given to newborns with issues.  The head of the neonatal unit, Dr. Alexander, is a marathoner.

 

Have a great week and try to get out next Sunday!

 

Jack