Another Medley of Topics

Alright, this is going to be a quick one today. I know I've said that before and then given you something that'll make your legs fall asleep on the crapper. So take this preface with a grain of salt.

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Get Yo Freak On

Okay, this isn't really a rant or a story, but rather a link someone sent me to this ridiculous video today. It's no YouTube video, but the fact that someone manufactures this and is probably making money hand over fist really speaks to the state of the world today.

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Plans A-Changin'

I know I told all of you that I'd be heading out to Arizona tomorrow for a race (which is on Sunday). Apparently the word really got out causing people to feverishly book seats on my flight, and one leg of the flight was booked too heavily for comfort.

Upon checking the status of the flight we were left with a choice to make: take our chances on the second flight and hope for the best or leave Thursday night. I'm an habitual non-risk-taker so we opted for the latter.

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Dammit, Busted My Ass Again

After taking a few days off from running, I thought I'd test the waters (and my new UnderArmour ColdGear tights) last night with an easy few miles. My plan was to just get out, stretch my legs and see how my ass muscle performed. I felt fine the entire time, often having to remind myself to slow down (lest I should risk injury). A good stretch afterwards and I should be golden.

Well, the stretch never happened as it was pre-empted by a visitor, but I did some preliminary stretching outside in the cold.

Speaking of cold, the A-Beard was working overtime last night as it was 20 degrees and WINDY. The tights performed as advertised, and my fancy Ibex wool hat (thin, yet effective) proved to be a worthy addition to my winter running arsenal. As I was making my last few strides down my street, it became evident that my facial expression was literally frozen in place. My first thought, I better get a picture of this as soon as I get home. I did my best but the ice had melted by the time I got to the camera. Here's the result...



You may need to click on the Other Sizes or All Sizes or whatever the option is to get the full size shot. If you look closely you can see how soaked the A-Beard is; sorry it's not icy but I had to get my shoes off before I tracked muddy snow through the house.

In conclusion, my glute sore again today. I've been stretching, but so far it hasn't relieved the problem. Keep your fingers crossed that I'll be in tip-top shape this Sunday.

[shaking fist]Cross 'em[/shaking fist]

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Mortgage Status

I think this is going to be a regular section in the Old Coot Blog until the status is 100% Complete. For now what you need to know is that the paperwork should be going out today (from the attorney) for signature. Once returned, he'll schedule the closing, I'll go to the closing, I'll sign 300 lines where there's an 'X', I'll initial 100 places, and I'll go home to the Old Coot Estate.

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That's what I have for all of you today. I don't want anyone getting worried this weekend when you don't hear from me. I'll be on assignment in AZ sans laptop, but if you wait patiently at your web browser you can expect a full report early next week.

Over and Out,
Old Coot