Every other morning, I get up and run. I don’t run very fast. Or very far. Or for very long.
In fact, unlike a lot of runners I know, I don’t love it. Sure, running helps me quiet the thoughts rambling around in my brain, but I never get that “high” I hear so much about. Maybe I’m doing it wrong…
Instead, I seem to be counting down the minutes to when I’m done, because then I can sit down on my porch in the early morning air, and watch the bumblebees going about their business in my garden- even this late in the summer. That little bit of calm before I start my day. That’s what I’ve found I love about running- the quiet after.
Happy Love Thursday!
I’ve just started running myself, and I think I know what you mean. The actual running part is a bit miserable right now (although I know it will get a little better as I get in shape) but the feeling after is so nice–all tired and content and acomplished….
Comment by Meryl — August 28, 2008 @ 8:23 am |
Hi! I found your blog through shutter sisters. While I love running, I know what you mean about the quiet after. You can STOP moving and rest, and watch the world go on around you. I love to breath it in deeply. Great blog!
Comment by Kate — August 28, 2008 @ 10:50 am |
not far and not fast are OK as you stated it is the process and the bliss afterward! My kness will only bear walking but that i do with my 10 year old dog! do you run in the winter?
Comment by ELK — August 28, 2008 @ 1:56 pm |