Work/Life/Run Balance...

This is probably one of the most difficult, busy and rewarding times of my life right now. We just had our second child and it has been way harder than I expected. Ask my wife and she might tell you that it has been WAY harder than expected. Coupled with the fact that I had to put off traveling for work for the last three weeks of the pregnancy (which means my last quarter of traveling is CRAZY), and that makes life even harder....

Now, don't get me wrong, this isn't a pity party. I love my job, love my family and love running... But, keeping up with all three has become increasingly difficult. I'm kinda worn out and need to figure out how to make it all come together. I just found out that I have a couple vacation days that I need to take before the end of the year. Maybe that's what I need to do.

In regards to my running, I have an 8.8 mile stretch of the Harrisburg Marathon (I'm part of a relay) in a couple weeks. I've been re-ramping (is that a word?) my mileage up to accommodate the race. I did a nice 8 miler on Sunday and plan to go for 10 on this coming Sunday. That should get me there. Then, I'm running a Jingle Bell Run in December (5k). Should be an interesting last couple months of 2008.

Still Running

I've fallen off the face of the planet lately. Don't feel too bad, you're not the only ones that I'm neglecting. I'm also neglecting my wife, two daughters, my job, my running and myself. This week has been a long one at work. I've been out to dinner twice this week, coupled with staying up late to watch the Phillies win the pennant (sweet!). So, I'm short on sleep and haven't had time to think about anything...

That said, I've been running. I picked up the mileage this week a bit (the last couple have been down weeks). But, I'm feeling overweight and undertrained right now. So, next week is going to have to be a recovery week (not running, but life). Just thought I'd check in... But, still trying to stay above water this week...