Running Time

Day one of training for the marathon (Rock n' Roll) which happens on Nov 14th this year. Today is a cross training day, I think I'll bike ride if it doesn't start raining. I hope it does rain though. I can still work out inside. Tomorrow is a 4 miler day. I'm excited to be training again, focusing on running, but it's more like a meditation.
Today I thought I'd count how long I've been w/o meat in my diet. 2 months 8 days. And, I haven't missed it; I think it was the easiest thing to give up, besides the finding variety of things to eat when eating out.
Hooray!

Ode to Autumn

The smell of rain envelops my lungs, encapsulates my soul. Transport me! Cinnamon rushes in, wafting. Patchouli transcends. The ancient world floods me now. Illumination alters my perception. I envision leaves changing their colors and falling to the ground, welcoming in that cool weather. In the not so distant future...time slows down. Oranges, browns and yellows. Feet hitting the pavement. Children in disguise.

Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. -Roger Caras

Throughout my life, I've had many animals, many pets. Each one has touched me in a different way. However, none have had more affect on me than the ones I've had as an adult. They've taken a special place in my heart; they are my children. I miss them when I'm away from them. I love them dearly. They make me smile, they've made me cry.
Some people don't think animals have souls; I find that absurd. Why should human beings be the only ones to have souls and an afterlife?
I've dreamt about my children I've lost. It was good to be with them again. And, in my dreams, I can touch them and hold them. Dreams put you in touch once again.