Day 22: Rain Rain (Don't) Go Away

It rained at my work today. I love the rain. The smell, the sound, the cool, fresh air. All I could keep saying was I hope it was still raining when I ran later. I don't mind running in the rain. Last I checked I was not made of sugar and I don't think I'm a wicked witch who will melt, although my students or hubby might disagree at times. 

Alas, it was not raining when it came time for my run. However, the air was cool and crisp. The streets were wet and clean. The sky was cloudy and beautiful. 

I had some shin pain after yesterday's run so I didn't want to push it today. But once I got warmed up (see yesterday's post on that topic) I felt so good. There wasn't one part of this run I hated. Not once did I wanted to stop. The pace was good, the company was great, the conversation was fun. I just loved it and wanted to keeping going and going. This run is one of the reasons I run. Many runs I can't remember why I choose this sport or this challenge. This run was NOT one of them. This run was a reason for everyone to strap on a pair of shoes and get out there. Perfection. 

My biggest regret of this run was the path I choose. There wasn't an easy way to extend this run. It was a circular path which meant I'd have to run past my car and start the run again. That wasn't happening. The point of the run was also to take it easy. That's what my body, mind and shin needed for today, regardless of how good I felt. 

The only possible way it would be better is if it was raining.