Some of us are born great

2011-10-27T19:31:00.000-07:00

Its true friends its all true. This small patch represents the hardest year of my life. I now wear it proudly on my right shoulder of my uniform shirt. I will adnit I am scared to death. I will be advising from time to time of how this whole thing is going.

So nothing else new around here our the weather has cooled finally, I got in a great 12 mile run yesterday and I am well on my way to the Goofy Chellenge in Jan. For those of you who do not know I will be running a half marathon on Sat Jan 7 and a full on Jan 8th. all the details can be found http://www.disneyworldmarathon.com/ so all the training for that will be the begining of most of these entries. Well I no longer have excuses for not keep this blog up, so keep returning for hopefully regular updates.
Maybe I need to add some sort of niche to it I dont know maybe I can be the first guy to cook through some cook book and regail both of you with what could only be hillarious results.

Oh hell I dont know so stay tuned I will be back

be safe all

more soon

Me!

WTF Blogger

2011-03-31T18:23:00.001-07:00

Blogger has been fucked up for sometime now, I have not been able to post a pics in months... oh well I will keep trying.
So nothing new here. Medic school trudges on and now we are performing our ride time and clinicals, which basically means we are on the street with preceptor Paramedics acyually performing the tasks that we have learned. Fun but at the same time stressful. Actually giving someone meds that could literally save there life and on the other hand kill them causes my forehead to sweat just a bit. But alas we are almost done only 4 more months and I can rest.
I have not been running much, just no time. But that changes Aug 1st. I have decided to again sit out the Marine Corps Marathon. Just no time to train. However I have signed up for the Disneyworld Marathon which is not until Jan so plenty of time to prepare, Well actually I have signed up for the goofy challenge. The Goofy race and a half challenege is A Half Marathon on Sat then the Full on Sun..... Not to bright I know but hey it motivates me to go out and run. So until something new happens or I find time to write, Be safe

Me

Epi, Shock, Lido, Epi, Shock, Lido, Epi, Shock, Lido

2011-01-28T12:49:00.000-07:00

And that is what I have learned.....Well a bit more than that. For instance when to do that, Quite important it seems. So as you can tell I have been busy so the sporatic entries will remain. Especially since our ride and clinical time will be starting very soon. I have already told my wife and Kids goodbye and that I will see them in a couple of months. So as for things to report well a whole lot of nothing, which I like. Kids are still in school. Second semester of college for my oldest has begun and the Marine Corps OCS deal is still in the works. So stay tuned I am sure something will happen. As for now I would love to post a Pic of anything but of course stu[id blogger wont let me...

Be safe both of you

Me

Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

2010-11-25T12:02:00.000-07:00

To my loyal reader,

Happy Thanksgiving!

I am at work but who am I to complain, this is the career path I have chosen
and who says people wont do stupid things on T-day.... Actually they already have a couple of times

So be safe and have a great day

Me

Sorry everyone, just busy

2010-11-01T12:43:00.001-07:00

Between medic school, family life and work I just have nit had time to keep up and this blog has suffered for it. So here we are with an update. Let us begin shal we....

Si first Paramedic school. This is easily the hardest class I have ever taken. I have 35 drugs I have to memorize everything about. The sad part is aolt of them I cannot use in this county, but the state requires that we know them which makes them testable. In the past few weeks we have learned every sytem of the human body, and by learn I mean everything about each and every system, how it does what it does, why it does what it does, and how those things effect other systems. We recently started IV's on each other so sistametic torture is now part of the class. Our last class was all lecture on airway management BORING!!!! But now we go back and learn how to intubate and all the drugs used for the the airway or to support breathing. So I have alot on my plate. I have not had a day of just sitting around watching TV in forever. But it all has to finish and in the end it will be worth it.

Like I said in my last post My son and I ran a the Disneyland Half Marathon together with plans to run the Marine Corps Marathon next year. Although I am ggoing to put in for the New York Marathon lottery for next year so we will see what will happen. Speaking of the Marine Corps that same son has his first interview with the Marine Corps OSO in a few weeks. So his path to PLC will soon begin. Ha has been working his butt off preparing for this and is already got his full 20 pullups all set and his situps. we are now working on the run which he will have no problem maxing. I would like to say I know he will make it. I know this kid and he would make a fine Marine Officer.

So how about our President. Let me just say, and this mind you is my opinion. What self respecting sitting president goes on The daily Show? and much worse the View. Especially when there are reputable news agencies out there. he is an embarresment to this country. It just proves that his only interest is in being a movie star than a leader of our country. I really hope Americans see him for what he is and he becomes a 1 term president. Enoigh on that.

ok folks enough for now everyone be safe

im an out of here!!!!

We did it

2010-09-06T12:10:00.002-07:00

My son and I just finished our first half marathon. Well first for him a few more than that for me.
But we did it and we did it together.
Nest year my duaghter will join the mix in the half marathon bracket. She will be running the sameone with us and My saon and I will be running the 2011 Marine Corps marathon together.

Fun Fun Fun.

Paramedic is hard but I am loving it
More soon

ME

More changes a-comin

2010-07-05T07:30:00.003-07:00

Well i have good news and bad news. The bad first. Well I may have to cancel the Chicago Marathon. Why? you ask, well I am hoping to be in Paramedic School. It seems there is a new class coming up with Firefighter Friendly hours (That means the same class on two days so we can go on our day off) This does not happen very often so I would be crazy to give up this chance. Even if it means giving up Chicago. I will still run the Marine Corps Marathon because I have family commitments attached to that race. But to be honest that is still a bit up in the air. it all depends on how many days we can miss. That race falls on exact class day. I maybe able to work something out and only miss one day but that means returning to AZ. the day of the race and sitting in a Medic class all the next day.... I might be a bit tired. So that is it hope for the best I have wanted this for a long time....

More news as I find out until then all

be safe

Happy Fourth of July!!!!!

2010-07-04T11:50:00.002-07:00

Have a safe Holiday everyone!!!!

Nothing worth mentioning here, I will however say if you are at all able go to Disneyland resort and See World of Color. One word Amazing!

be safe

Six miles and I am dead

2010-06-16T15:24:00.002-07:00

Well it was hot, the first day of actual heat and a bit humid I might add. So How do I celebrate this auspicious occasion, Yup I go for a run. Not real far just six miles. I load up the camel pack drop a GU and I am gone. I have to say I felt it right from the start It was hot. It was slow going legs were just not in it, pulse hovered around 188 and water did not last long. I probably walked a good quarter of it and 1 and half hours for six miles was just way to slow. But it was 105 degrees and humid and my first run in the heat so finishing was the goal and that goal was met. These will only get harder but running in the heat is my forte and I will only get more accustomed to it as time goes by and I will remember that I love to run in the summer and embrace it once more. Oh I also lost my credit card, It fell out of my camel pack, oh well, I canceled it and ordered a new one. Nothing to get upset about.

Also as I said before Football has started and my new freshman is well into it. I am again a proud football dad.

OK everyone be safe

Thre days off

2010-06-14T21:08:00.002-07:00

And I didn't do a dang thing. I had all these grandiose plans of running and going to the gym and so one. Well all I ended up doing was sitting two warm afternoons at Buffalo Wild Wings drinking beer and eating wings oh well so much for grand plans.

I do have runs planned for the very near future IE. tomorrow, so I bet it will be windy and Like I said before I hate it. So on the home side football practice started today for my new freshman. Any of you who will have sons playing High School ball or any football for that matter let me tell you it is a family commitment Pop Warner which both of my boys played for many years starts in Late July. They practice everyday for the first month then three days a week when games start with games on Saturdays. With the season lasting until late Nov. Now High School they have "non Mandatory" practice all summer with the mandatory practice when school starts, plus football camp in July... Well Like I said it is a commitment. But I absolutely love it and so do they.

Well like I said nothing really going on, call load has been slow so work days have been slow. Just watching each day turn into the next

Until next time peeps

be safe

OK People I have to live in this fucking state

2010-06-09T10:28:00.002-07:00

Things are going way to far, First we pass SB1070 or I should say our Gov. Signed. I have made my opinion on this matter quite clear. So again I will say I am both for and against this bill for reasons I have already stated. But I will again say that this whole thing is the fault of the Federal Govt not doing its job and our illusterouis president spouting off at the mouth over matters he has not attempted to understand. So first 1070 then our Govenor signs a bill stopping all ethnic studies, so no African Studies, no Mexican studies etc. in Public Schools. Now a Mural painted by school children of children as raised all kinds of heated contraversy. Appearantly as this mural was being painted again by school children (the perdominent child is painted with brown skin) Seen here as they were painting it they were yelled at and heckled by drivers passing it adult drivers. Now some idiot city council man chimes in some racist remark and we again have nationwide attention as being racist and frankly I am begining to believe it. While I am not nor would I ever be racist. It is becoming embarresing to live here and to be associatted with it. Everyone thinks Arizona is racist, Bands are canceling concerts (I will say I dont care no bands I like have canceled and those that have are only pissing off there fan base) tourism is suffering and so on. For the most part people Arizona is a great state run by idiots so give us a chance....

No running today I am working so more on that later..

besafe and dont hate

Running in the wind

2010-06-08T15:27:00.004-07:00

Let me just come right out and say I hate running in the wind. I mean I really hate it, I will run in 120 degree days or thirty degree days, I will run in rain, on rocks, in sand or whatever else they throw at me, except wind. I I see it blowing on my way home from work I am immediately pissed cussing about it, denying its validity as something that is remotely important or if it serves any purpose at all. Every time the wind blows I am positive it is blowing with the sole purpose to piss me off and ruin my run. It is truly one of the only things that Will keep me in. Now I am not talking about breezes but real wind I HATE IT, I HATE IT, I HATE IT. OK now I have that off my chest, Yesterdays run sucked giant ass, First the Under armor shoes from my last post sucked. They will be great for walking around and mowing the grass but for running well not for me. Lots of unnecessary pain so into the reject pile they go. Brooks are still the one for me. It was only a 4 mile run with hills and a bit of speed work, but the stupid wind made the whole thing just shitty from the start. The heat is really kicking in and that did not make for the best of days either since I thought I am only going a few miles who needs a camel pack. Well as it turns out I did so that made it suck even worse. But in the end I finished it it was happy when it was done and had no desire to go farther.

It really is time to start putting out some serious distance so I am planning on at least 8 or 10 in the next few days.
On a home note My son got a new job, he found out the gym will not be reopening which pissed him off because he was able to work out at work but he still makes it to Snap everyday so he is happy. he will be busing tables at a local restaurant and will actually be making more money, so it all works out. he has been advised that it better not interfere with his college grades. But I am just happy to not have to pay for his dates.

Nothing else to report a slow day at work actually three days at work as I am beginning another 72.... oh the life of a firefighter

be safe all

A little humor for you

Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.

Up on my soap box And some running news

2010-06-04T09:11:00.004-07:00

Deadliest Catch My tirade today will focus on this stupid show. Do I watch it? Not anymore so before you ask, there you go. First let me tell you why, then I will go each of the so called leaders one by one and enlighten you all on why they are idiots. So here we go.....

I for the life of me cannot understand why people decide to take the worst of our society and make then hero's. Now lets be honest all they worship on this show are the uneducated morons of the world who happen to do a job that is a bit dangerous. They are by there own admission, Chain smokers, Alcoholics, and users of sensory enhancing drugs. I also do not believe for a second that they actually stay awake for 3 days at that pace with only the use of coffee and red bull. I guarantee there are other substances on those boats. But we as Americans just love this group of idiots and keep tuning in. Now onto each one

I will place then from best to worse in my opinion.

The Wizard: Capt Keith
Now this guy is obviously an idiot, with his superstitious bullshit, I really do not understand how he gets anything accomplished. But he truly is the least of all these idiots

The Kodiak: Capt. Bill Wichrowski
This guy I guess is new to the show so I don't really have anything to say about him other than the fact that he seems stupid.

Cornelia Marie: Capt Phil Harris
Now not to speak ill of the dead, I will say he would not be dead if the idiot would have quit smoking and at least attempted some sort of a healthy lifestyle, Now there or those idiots that will say stupid things like he died doing what he loved. Well my answer to them is he died. He could still be alive doing what he love with a few simple changes. But will say say he seemed the most fair and actually seemed to care about his crew even those not his sons. I however would hope my sons would want better for themselves instead of ending up on a crab boat spending the off season trying to get laid by harping on a somewhat dangerous job.

Time Bandit: Capts. Jonathan/Andy Hillstrand
Now these are some true white trash morons, I cannot begin to explain How stupid I feel they are. Then they bring there son/nephew on the boat just to ruin his life. I get really pissed off when he talks about how much he misses his kid. If that were the case work one season get money for college get an education and get a real job.

The Northwestern Capt Sig Hansen
OK this guy only cares about money and he would sacrifice every single person on that boat for and additional seven dollars. Everyone is just supposed to suck it up except for him. I cannot tell who the bigger idiots are the capt or the crew for not throwing his stupid ass overboard. The one a truly cant stand is the new kid I am positive if he was told to go into the Captains area and suck his dick the only thing that would slow him down would be the application of Chapstick/.

Now I realize that people like seafood and this is a necessary job and I am actually glad they do it, that is not what I am talking about. I am talking about that how we as a people idolize idiots because they are on TV, all of them are advertisements on what we should not do. From the chain smoking extremely unhealthy lifestyles. It is all insane to me.

Off my soap box

On to running news. my wife took a chance yesterday and bought me a new pair of running shoes and I first must tell you they are the ugliest shoes I have ever seen Bright yellow on white and black. You can see me coming now as for the other stuff They are Underarmorand were bought at an extremely reduced rate. You are wondering why I even mention, well from the first second I put them on I was in love, they are perfect, A wonderful high arch, large front with toe room, Insoles mirrored ASICSwith the exception of the High arch. Just perfect. I actually cannot wait to go for a run tomorrow. As for the new Brooks well I am still happy with them but I don't know about there future, tomorrow will be the big test. Got in a awesome five miles yesterday with my son. We ran to the gym then my wife meets us there for a workout, I love those days. By the way I am trying to find one more Marathon this year maybe around Aug. if anyone has any ideas let me know.

OK all that will cover it for today

everyone be safe

me

Looks like it is back up

2010-06-02T14:12:00.002-07:00

I often see on other blogs of all the troubles with Blogger but honestly this was my first time. I did consider making the move to wordpress or one of the other weblog site, but laziness prevailed and here we are again, a working blogger and a few good stories to tell. First the sad news I have to report the passing of a fire Capt. he did not work for my department but for one very close by who we run calls with everyday. I had actually ran a call with him the shift before he died. He died in his sleep at work after returning from a call and was found by his crew a few hours later when he did not report to the engine for another call. So rest in peace David you will be missed.

Happy notes My son has officially Graduated High School. It should be noted that he has also been attending college course during his senior year. So to say we are proud is an understatement. He is enrolled as a college freshman and still plans on attending the The Platoon Leaders Class and getting a commission in the Marine Corps we were out for a run yesterday morning and discussed this and I cannot talk him out of the Infantry. he is just not interested in becoming an aviator. So on that his first semester is paid for and his books are ordered. Oh for those of you are either going to college or have kids going to college I would like to suggest Chegg, You can rent books for maybe a quarter of the price for used ones in the book store. It has already saved me alot of money. Now they do have some problems for instance one of his classes is music appreciation and the book comes with 2 cd with music on them I guess to "appreciate" and they state they cannot guarantee the Cd's will be there. So for that we will be going through Amazon or Ebay either one has good buys. For graduation we have bought him a new laptop we let him pick it out and add a few programs to it so all is well with my oldest.

My daughter will be starting her Junior year and is excited. She has decided to run cross country as well as track this year, She will also be running a half marathon with me next year, she just has not decided which one. I should have mentioned that My oldest son will be running the Disneyland Half Marathon with me this year, So maybe next year I will have two kids with me, If only I could talk my wife into it. That
would be great.

My youngest sons summer plans includes of course Football Camp and getting his tonsils out. We will be attending his 8th grade graduation tomorrow night and again we will say we are very proud. One funny story about football. The High School has had a couple of little one day mini camps for incoming Freshman. Well we went to pick him up and he was standing there with a few of his eighth grade friends trying very hard to look tough but obviously very much afraid to be standing around this high school campus. I told my wife if a car would have back fired all of those boys would have scattered...... I guess you had to be there, I thought is was funny. But anyway he is excited about camp and freshman ball. I did fell pretty bad when my daughter pointed out that I don't get as excited about her track as I do about the boys football. But i reminded her I have never missed a track meet and reminded her that she told me I embarrass her by yelling to loud so I took care of that. His other summer plans include probably getting his tonsils out but we are not sure of that yet.I just told me wife, "let get it done early so we don't interfere with football" hmmm maybe my daughter is onto something. Vacations this summer, well nothing actually planned a few trips to Disneyland but nothing big. We already took an eight day cruise during spring break so that should suffice....

More to report soonest

be safe

me

2010-05-31T10:55:00.001-07:00

I just wantedto let you know I have alot to tlak about but blogger has not worked correctly for days. So please be patient...

me

This ain't so great

2010-05-17T13:50:00.004-07:00

As none of you may know I recently turned 40, A milestone by all rights but for me it really was not such a big deal. I will say in my younger days 40 was old. I can only imagine what my kids think as I am sure in there eyes 40 is old. Well let me tell you about some of my 40th years plans. We will be conceiving a baby this year (yes I know making them is half the fun but I'm 40 and I have to work tomorrow so let me sleep) I will be running at least 2 Marathons and at least one run and further then 26.2 miles. I will be cleaning the garage. I have already hired people to mow the grass so that is out. Although we do have a very nice garden. So yeah maybe not a whole lot. Less then some of you But more than most people. A few things I have noticed in this short time of being forty and granted maybe most of this is in my head but it seems harder and harder to lose any kind of weight, Running calls in the middle of the night it seems harder to get up. Beer taste much better, but the after effects of two many seem to last much longer. And after gym time or extended runs the "soreness" last much much longer. As I keep hearing from those older (they are getting fewer and fewer by the way) it just gets worse, CRAP!! Oh speaking of that (crap I mean) all is well in both quantity and quality so at least I have that.....

Until next time

be safe

Days keep happening

2010-05-11T12:42:00.003-07:00

Well I am back to work after over two weeks off and I have to say this sucks. I really need to concentrate on my second career choice as a lottery winner, I really believe I would be good at it. As for work, well I came back to the exact same bullshit I left. I dont know why I expected something different I just did. let me just say If the pwers that be would just leave us the fuck alone and let us do our jobs wether if it is on a call or work around the station all would be well.

Nothing really happening anywhere, my wife and I have been doing alot of yard work and gardening. it is something we both really enjoy doing. It may be that we just enjoy being together which is pretty cool cause we have been married for almost 19 years and we still enjoys being around each other, we have our moments but who doesn't. With that another boring entry comes to conclusion. I wish I had more but I guess no news is good news.

Be safe

OK Seriously What the fuck!!!

2010-05-06T11:50:00.004-07:00

Several What the fuck issues today so hang on to yourself cause here we go......
First the Air Conditioner in my house took a huge dump on Mon, luckily it is not to hot yet
so the house was at least bearable for the last couple of days and It was finally fixed this morn. the WTF moment here is I have this serviced regularly, you would think they would see that the compressor is looking bad ans needs to be replaced. My wife is convinced last time they came out they put some kind of timer to break it, the conspiracy theory queen. So 300 dollars later we have air, on a god note the parts were covered under warranty so I only had to pay for labor, three hundred dollars worth of labor, 1 hour of labor to be exact.
Second WTF moment of the last few days, I went to the Verizon store yesterday to make some inquiries about the Droid, a neat phone does alot of cool stuff, definitely comparable with IPhone. the part that pissed me of was you have to buy unlimited Internet time with it, to the tune of 30 dollars per month per phone. Now why does this piss me off, well the stupid thing has WIFI so you can get on the Internet anywhere there is a WIFI for free. When I asked about this I was told the WIFI is for use when you have a bad phone connection, Its fucking Verizon people they do not have bad connections. This is just another bullshit opportunity to make money. they know no one would use the Phone Internet with WIFI so they are going to make money by forcing us to pay. Well I have answered then with fervor in saying stick the droid and all other smart phones up your collective asses.
Next and This pissed me off the most. Yesterday as we all know was the 5th of May, I will not say it in Spanish because I do not live in Mexico. Now for those of you who don't know the Fifth of May is commonly thought of as Mexican independence day (sadly if you ask most Mexicans they will tell you the same) well it is not. It is to celebrate the Mexican victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. While the French did try to take over it is far from it, The real Mexican Independence day is Sept 16th when Mexico fought for and won its independence from Spain. OK enough with the history lesson the real reason for this last WTF is to tell you about an Article I just read about five kids in a Southern California school who were sent home for wearing shirts with the American flag on them on the Fifth of May yet those with Mexican flagged shirts were allowed to stay. What else can I say except What The Fuck is happening to this country.

OK enough about that. Running has been going well the new Brooks are good but now real mile on them yet only one 4.5 mile quickie. That will be changing soon though I am planning a 8 miler in the next few day and I will of course let you know how that goes.
I am sorry for all the negativity in this post but hey they all cant be great. Until next time all

be safe

Me

I just don't understand what these people are thinking

2010-05-03T12:12:00.002-07:00

I am sure the subject of immigration is the most blogged about subject this month. I have made my feeling clear on it. I will add to that in saying I feel 99.9% are here to work and do not cause any problems. My issue is my status as a Christian Man. Now let me start this by saying I am a Heavy Metal fan, when not listening to that I listen to Christian radio and this is where I find my problem. I listen to these Christian talk shows and I have to say these folks truly do not understand what being a Christian is all about, as I listen to them demand deportation, demand that we stop taking care of people, demand that we do not love and help our fellow man. Like I said they do not understand. The scary part is they have large amounts of followers who believe this dribble. Like it or not the only people who seem to want to help are Catholic Priest. Yes I know they Catholic Church has a sorted past but most are good men and women But I have to quote the Angels and Demons Movie when at the end the Cardinal said "Religion is flawed because men are flawed including this one" So if any of you read this. Love your fellow man or do claim to be Christian.

Be safe

Me

I have seen the light, Maybe

2010-05-01T10:40:00.004-07:00

Yes folks I have made a transformation, I think I have seen the light and I have changed. I switched to Brooks, Glycerin 8 to be specific, I have 2 runs on the shoes and I have to says without a doubt they are OK. Yup that is about it. After many years of Asics Nimbus of varying numbers. Now for those of you who run know this is kind of a big deal, But I kept getting this fot numbness that I could not explain and switching shoes was the only option left without going to the Dr. But it still may come to that, After my 4.5 today it came back although not near as bad. So I guess time will tell. Official Training for the Official training plan began today for Chicago and Marine Corps Marathons today, for those interested I am using the Furman institute of running FIRST program. It is pretty intense. That is why I need to train to be ready to train, but I am determined to break the 4 hour 30 min mark this year.

So until something happens you all be safe

me

Im old

2010-04-30T19:45:00.003-07:00

As some of you may or may not know on April 13th I turned 40. The event was celebrated by a Surprise party put on by my wife. Lets just say at some point we ended up on my boat drinking I even partook of some Copenhagen (the first time in many yearsThe worst part was going to work the next day. Most of us there were definetly in some serious pain, although everyone says it was worth it and a good time was had by all. As for turning 40, Well it really does not bother me but I do feel like it is already harder to run, all in my head I am sure. Nothing else really going on My oldest son is graduating on May 28th and already registered for college Majoring in Psychology and Minoring in Criminology with plans on getting a commission in the Marine Corps. He is pretty serious working out and running every day preparing for his PFT for acceptance in the Platoon leaders Class .So keep that on your mind. For those who do not know he would attend the First part of OCS the Summer between his Freshman and Sophmore year then his second the summer between his Junior and Senior year after graduating he would come out a Second Lt. And of all things he wants to be an Infantry Officer. My youngest son will be attending Football Camp this summer specifically Quarterback reciever camp. he is quite excited especially because he will be playing High School ball next year and as we all know that is a whole new animal. Ok I am sick of typing so more soonest

be safe

Me

Im from Arizona

2010-04-30T19:33:00.002-07:00

And I dont give a fuck what any celebrity says about imigration. That being said. How many of you have ever seen 20 people spread all over the street after there way over loaded Suburban rolled over. Or how about rolled up to a group of people most dying from dehydration after walking 30 miles through the Arizona Dessert in July. Prob none or very few. That is my issue so no I dont want them here illegally and no I do not want to see any more innocent people hurt. So about this law, well to be honest I do not know enough about it to comment. I will say it is illegal for a Police officer to stop a person for no reason so no I do not think racial profiling will be an issue. I do believe the few who cause the problems ie drug smugglers and Coyotes are the reasons for the issue but we have to blame ourselves for that. It is Americans who do the drugs, and it is Americans who refuse to pick the lettuce fr less then 10 dollars an hour. So we are also blame. I guess a live and let live idea would not suffice here. So in closing I dont know what the hell to do....

be safe

Just in case I dont see you!

2009-11-24T10:28:00.002-07:00

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

234 years ago......

2009-11-10T12:25:00.004-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES!!!!

OOHRAH!

Another MCM Done

2009-10-27T13:58:00.003-07:00

4 hours 53 minutes.....

I guess I am not just a 5 hours marathoner.. 14 minutes better than last year. At this rate I should be running Boston in a bout ten years ha. The race itself was great just a beautiful place to run. With the exception of the golf course which I find quite boring. But again better than last year so what more could you ask.

More soon

OK a brand new WTF Moment

2009-10-09T15:12:00.003-07:00

So I'm sitting a recliner at work (we firefighters do that but you have no idea what I did this morning so don't judge) Well on the TV is that 18 kids and counting show the wedding edition. Now I am not one to judge and I am a Christian myself but WOW!!!! these are some effed up people. The girls dad actually said he would "transfer authority" to her new husband. WOW "transfer of authority". In there vows they were different his were basically be a good husband, don't use birth control and let god decide how many kids you will have hers were shorter and the "submit to his authority". Well I would have gotten up gotten my daughter and gotten the hell out of there. So what's next he smacks her around abit to insure she "submits to his authority" wow again. Now as for the wedding being there first kiss and the father giving the boy a DVD titled "Definition of normal sexual intercourse" for there wedding night STRAAAANGE. I am all for not having sex before your wedding. But these people take obscure bible passages and make them into anything you want. I found that they claim to have courted rather than dated, so I did a bit of research and you will not believe what these people think check this quote on what teens think of sex.

Sexual Pressure:

We are confronted with a massive predominance of amorality. Sexual activity among teenagers is commonplace. It remains true that it is very unlikely that a girl will get pregnant if she does not go on a date. But the practice of dating has transformed the nature of teenage sexuality.
In the US more than one million teenagers get pregnant annually.

40% end in abortion; 13% in a miscarriage.

90% of males and 80% of females are sexually active by the age of eighteen years.

One in five girls will be date- raped, but only 5% report it.

50% of teenagers think it is OK to force sex.

OK I have three teenagers two boys and a girls ranging from 17 to 13

and this is a down right lie, I know them I know there friends. I would have have to imagine if you go to the right places and ask the right people you can get any numbers you want.

Now there views on Dating VS courtship (your not gonna believe this)

1. Cultural Pressure
Most teenagers date because it is the thing to do. It is an established cultural norm to be followed without further question. Most parents continue to allow dating because it is the way that they did things in their day, and they believe that they survived. (But as we shall see, they probably did not survive unscathed).

The fact that "everybody does it " is not a reason for continuing to do it, but a reason for questioning it. 1 Jn 2:15-17 states, "Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world - the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life - is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world is passing away, and the lust of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever."
Is dating morally neutral? Is it just an innocent cultural expression; the way we do things in the west in the present century? Or is it a product of "the world?" Jim West has defined a date as, "Any planned event involving a shared activity between a man and a woman" - one person asks the other to share in an activity, and a publicly recognizable pairing occurs. It always implies some kind of romantic interest, and both parties know this even if the date is going to a church meeting or to a Bible study. But what could be the harm in that, you may ask?
Compare this cultural norm with the one that prevailed in western civilization until the early part of this century. Ask yourself these questions: "Which is more biblical?" "Are the changes morally neutral?"
a) Previous Culture:
In earlier times, all courtship included rigid supervision and protection of the female. It was built on the premise of family introductions, and the focus was on the father's role in establishing a new family, hence the question in the marriage ceremony, "Who gives this woman away?"
b) Present Culture:
In our day, dating arrangements are made entirely by young people apart from parental involvement. The date is planned by young people with a known expectation of physical intimacy. All that is unknown is its degree, or the speed of its intensification. A woman is left very vulnerable. Without her father's protection, she alone must determine the degree of sexual intimacy, and that in the heat of the moment. Furthermore, there is no commitment beyond the next date; relationships (and thus marriage) are initiated out of a romantic attraction.
When the two alternative cultures are compared with a biblical model there is no question which is the more acceptable.

Can you believe that crap, so apparently is a girl goes on a date she is to stupid and morally weak to keep from having sex. Ha tell that to my wife when we were dating or to my daughter now I can guarantee someone is getting a shot in the nuts.... This is one of the reasons I am against home schooling no social interaction another blog I just cant stop reading this woman talks about how her son was having problems interacting in school and bible study etc. So she decides to home school the lot of them. Now to me this is completely backwards.The kids who will be adults one day have no idea how to deal with pressures and real situations that will happen in life. They cant live with mommy and daddy forever.....or can they

I know I should just quit watching the stupid show but it is like a car wreck people I just cant look away.

My next rant will be on the ideals they have on birth control and the quiverful movement

Daily Quote:

Sex on television can't hurt you unless you fall off. ~Author Unknown

I Might be back

2009-09-28T19:19:00.002-07:00

I great friend of mine whi I havent heard from in a long time called today to remind me that I havent blogged in some time.... So you may see some updates from time to time just to keep up with friends who read this.... Check back

So I may as well update real quick...
Marine Corps Marathon in a few weeks and I do not feel ready one bit. I ran 20 miles on Sat in 4 hours even. Not to bad as it was 110 degrees. I guess I may have to just except the fact that I am a 5 hour marathoner, but hey I am a marathoner and how many of you can say that.

Ok we will see if I can get motivated about this again so be safe all

OUT!!!

Im still alive

2009-04-15T07:24:00.002-07:00

Just nothing worth bBlogging about. Lets see what is up on this side. Well I have officially taken my position as Captain of E-2 I have a good crew all made up of people I have known a while and who I know I can trust on the "big jobs". I have signed up for the Marine Corps Marathon again. So prepartion for that has already began. I would love to take alot off my time from last year. I am not sure if I will run for the Burn Foundation again but I am running the race either way.

That truly is about it see what I mean nothing worth mentioning.

Everyone be safe

Because I have loved life, I shall have no sorrow to die.

Amelia Burr

We nailed it

2009-03-04T09:31:00.002-07:00

Finished 201 miles in 34 hours. Not as fast as I wanted but most of our runners were new to the sport and did not go as fast as I would have liked. But het we finished and had a great time. We had such a great time that we are going do it again next month in Los Angeles. I am sure our time will improve because we now what to expect. So if your not busy April 24th and 25th come and watch us finish.

until then

stay safe

Daily funny: Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.

201 miles coming right up GULP

2009-02-18T14:16:00.002-07:00

The Ragnar relay is next week and I am now wondering what the hell was I thinking. For those who don't know it is a relay of 201 miles with a team of 12. Now the fun part is I have a team of all Firefighters. Those of you who know us and who know Firefighters know we are never really serious about anything so imagine that on no sleep and running. I will not be suprised if we get kicked out. But seriously I am sure we wil have fun. So I will let you all know how it went and I will be sure to include a couple of pics but be warned there may be nudity ha

stay safe

Ok truly What the fuck!!!

2009-02-16T20:59:00.003-07:00

Read this one. Someones parents need to be beaten I am sure who is worse the boys or the girls parents a true WTF moment.

The only thing that comes close is that Angelina Jolie wanna be freak

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29222844/

Me

Some of you will know what this means

2009-02-06T14:30:00.000-07:00

Now they will pay!!!!

Stupid is as stupid does

2009-01-19T18:24:00.002-07:00

I read an article about Tom Hanks appearantly he claims that members of the Mormon Church are un-american in there efforts to block prop 202 (the gay marriage one). I always liked Tom Hanks I am sure he was political and had views but you never heard about them.Now the idiot goes out and says this. Well let me spread some Americaness your way Tom. It was the most American thing they could have done an item which they did not agree was on the ballot they organized donated money and went dor to door to get there point across. Just like you do well not everything you just donate $50000 to the inagural fund and then open your ignorant mouth. Now I am not Momon, I don't care really care for the idea of gay people getting married but for the most part I really don't care. The facts are the outcome is what it was and we have to accept that. I am not happy Obama was elected president but I will support him because he won. Will I vote for him in 4 years, who can say. So no we don't always like the outcome of the votes but we have to accept them so shut the fuck up

Out

Im still alive

2009-01-13T12:06:00.003-07:00

Just havent had anything to say. Just trying to get everything in line for Ragnar next month. I will not be running PF Changs due to what we refer to as forced overtime. The fire truck has to have 4 people on it folks. bseide that nothing so be safe out there

me

Merry Christmas

2008-12-24T19:15:00.002-07:00

Notice I said Merry Christmas,

Not happy holidays, or any other generic Christmas Greeting. If I were Jewish I would say Happy Hanukkah, If I celebrated Kwanzaa I would give whatever that greeting is. I am Christian so Merry Christmas. If you don't like it don't listen

With that

I wish all of you The Merriest of Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New year

Christmas Quote:

There has been only one Christmas - the rest are anniversaries. ~W.J. Cameron

Has anyone noticed

2008-12-16T09:42:00.002-07:00

Is it inly me or does there not seem to be alot of Christmas Cheer this year. I don;t know what it is but it does not seem very Christmasy. I have pointed out to my wife and others that even the stores did not seem to go all out like the used to. Any one have any theories, I do and of course I will tell you after all why would I be writing this. First, Could it be the anti religous people who donlt want anyone celebrating anything and our offended by any remotely having to do with Christmas and the birth of our lord. Yes. Could it be that the stores are afraid of these people for some reason and that is why at alot of them they are not aloud to return a Merry Christmas. Yes. Could it be the economy and alot of people are losing alot of money and really can't afford a Christmas. Yes. Al of these are more than likely answers. I am sorry for all of these people especially those effected by the economy. I really do hope you can have some kind of a Merry Christmas and hoepfully a better next year. As for the people who don't want religon in stores or Christmas I say what the hell do you care anyway you don't beleive and therefore should not be celebratging the Holiday so shut the fuck up just because you live a miserable existance donlt bring your hatred near the holidays.

On to something else gas prices have dropped but airline Tickets have not and they are still charging for extra bags. Why is that, I thought it was to offset the price of fuel now what is there excuse. can anyone answer that.

More soon

Christmas Quote:

Remember, if Christmas isn't found in your heart, you won't find it under a tree." ~ Charlotte Carpenter.

I have no words

2008-12-03T13:01:00.001-07:00

I have been following a blog about a wounded Army Captain and the worst has happened

go here and help them out

http://www.yllescasfamily.blogspot.com/

2 in one night but it had to be said

2008-12-02T20:27:00.002-07:00

Laugh Out Loud funny

http://www.reuters.com/article/industryNews/idUSTRE4B00D720081201

It could not have happened to better person hopefully this means we will not have to look at her fat ass anymore.

Well, it's December

2008-12-02T07:05:00.003-07:00

Another year has almost gone by and I am pleased. But we must realize there is a month left and many things can happen in a month. So lets not start celebrating yet.

Thanksgiving at the house was uneventful all of the traditional holidays fares were introduced and yours truly thoroughly stuffed himself. The friends who showed were truly that and the conversation flowed easily. My in laws were uncharacteristically quiet friendly. In otherwords no snide little comments about anything. So the day overall was great. I had to work on Friday so the Christmas lights did not go up until Saturday which kind of upset me because I like to be the first on the block to get them up and I was beaten by 2 of my neighbors however 1 one them had them up on Wednesday so I kind of consider that cheating so I did not count them. As for running my knee feels great and I will be back on the road tomorrow. 2 more bigs coming up and I still have to decide on San Diego. So be safe all I will update as things happen that is if anything happens.

Daily knowledge

"Take risks: if you win, you will be happy; if you lose, you will be wise." - Anon

Happy Thanksgiving? maybe

2008-11-26T12:42:00.002-07:00

I know I will not be able to post tomorrow so I want to wish you all the Happiest Thanksgiving ever and I truly hope all of you have plenty to be thankful for. My day as I have just been informed will be spent with my inlaws. Which will require tolerance and those of you who kow me know that I am not a carrier of tolerance. So it raise these level it will require beer or something more alcoholic. I do love My wifes parents but they are best taken in small doses. Thanksgiving is not a small dose. I will do my best to be nice for the sake of my families holiday. I ahve also been told that my Sister in Law may be attending now this creates a problem. She is by far the most selfish person I have ever met and My in laws seem to forget my wife exist whenever she is around. If she brings her bratty kids I can assure you 2 things will happen 1. something will be broken 2. my wifes parents will also forget that my children exist. But don't worry yourself I will introduce them to the door should this happen. So my Thanksgiving is already over as far as I am concerned. I will spend most of the day with my remote and a several MGDs.

be safe all

Daily quote:

I celebrated Thanksgiving in an old-fashioned way. I invited everyone in my neighborhood to my house, we had an enormous feast, and then I killed them and took their land. - Jon Stewart

Direct TV

2008-11-24T11:50:00.003-07:00

I switched from cable to Direct TV. First this requires patience second this requires tolerance of stupidity I have neither of those qualities so it was a long day. let me start at the beginning. I called up Direct TV to see about saving some money. It is cheaper than cable. I talked to a woman who I advised her I wanted to switch but I needed to have the network channels, she advised me they could not do it without sending a waiver. OK no thank you I said and everyone was happy. 2 days later I get a call from of course Direct TV asking me if I was still interested, I said I was but I want all the network channels with no waiver if they could not do that don't bother. So she said they could no problems I am sure she was getting sick of me because I kept asking "are you sure I get all the network channels" she said for the umpteenth time yes. SO ok come and install it. A few days later the tech shows up with out all the equipment I advised him I am supposed to have all this stuff HD, DVR etc. he says it not on his work order and makes a few phone calls they agree to go ahead and put it in ( I should have seen the problems coming right then) So about 4 hours later he has installed a huge CD dish and put in all the receivers. gets everything in line turns it on and nothing just a message saying programming needed. He asks me if I had asked for any programming, I informed him of what was requested ( I should say I picked there best and most expensive package) well they have no record of this, I am also told that they cannot give me the network channels as promised and there is nothing there that says it so I can have CBS and NBC and that is it. I think about it a bit argue with the lady and they finally submit to 2 years of NFL season pass so I say OK and agree they submit the waivers and we move on. As we are checking out the channels I tell her several times NBC HD is not working she says it may an hour or so. So yup you guessed it I waited a few days and called I was informed they have to submit a waiver for that channel. I asked to speak to a manager or supervisor was put on hold and then told no supervisors would pick up and to leave my number that they would call me back. No call back in 2 days. So needless to say I am pissed. I am stuck with this contract for 2 years and get nothing but lies. I will update you as this goes on.

If I can't get back on here I want to wish everyone the Happiest of Thanksgivings

Be safe

Stupid Obama Quote:

"I've now been in 57 states -- I think one left to go." --at a campaign event in Beaverton, Oregon

I got the time

2008-11-18T10:41:00.001-07:00

1:55.31

Not to bad, the shitty part is now I got to beat that

Another half another PR

2008-11-16T20:10:00.003-07:00

Yesterday was the Run for hunger Half Marathon, it wa sput on by a local church and I have to say was actually very well done. Only about 150 peole showed up but that was ok. It was about 60 degrees when we started and around 70 when we finished. We started the race off raod which I did not like it was a very unimproved road. At about mile 4 a lady ran up to me and just started running with me which was ok we just ran together no need to talk or converse in any way just an unspoken thing to keep up and stay together I even shared a Gu with her well not sheared I gave her a Gu A roctane to be exact. We stayed together for about 4 miles until we hit the hills where she said goodbye as she could not keep up it was a pretty good grade but I love hills so I took off. At the end I new I ahd a PR coming and I was happy but all of a sudden I saw a small cone (this was how they were marking miles) I new I had not seen one for mile 12 this meant I was actually way off and woud not get my new record but alas it was an arrow to turn I had it 1 hour 55 minutes and some change. (I am unclear of the exact time it has not been posted) I am using the stopwatch on my IPOD. So needless to say I was happy Under 2 on a half was onr time thought to be impossible now I have done it. I geuss all that marathon training really does help. next we shoot for a 1 45 half and the under 4 on the full. As i said I was quite suprised that this run was ran as well as it was being put on by a small church in my small town. Now as for this church I do not attend the reason are quite simple I do beleive pastors of a church should get paid but they do not need to drive His and her mercedes and live in a gated community, also the billboards for the church really should not have to huge pics of the Husband and wife pastor team. But hey I was there run and get a PR which I did. I do have to admit it was nice to just go home after a race instead of a Hotel.

ok that is it for now

be safe

Todays stupid Obama Quote

"In case you missed it, this week, there was a tragedy in Kansas. Ten thousand people died -- an entire town destroyed." --on a Kansas tornado that killed 12 people

Much calmer now

2008-11-13T17:00:00.003-07:00

It took a while but I have calmed down. I would like to say that we have just elected a very liberal Democratic president and a very liberal house and senate. Well the excuses are gone I for one will be sitting here a year from now laughing as we will still be in recession we will still be in a huge financial crisis and they will still be trying to blame the Republicans. But mark my words folks it will be scary We will be very unsafe as a country and individually Enough said, So I have another race this weekend only a half marathon but 13 miles is nothing to scoff at. I will let you know how it goes. Nothing new really going on here well I guess that switching from from cable to direct tv is news and it has a story but that is a blog for tomorrow. So be safe

Me

Today's Stupid Obama Quote

"On this Memorial Day, as our nation honors its unbroken line of fallen heroes -- and I see many of them in the audience here today -- our sense of patriotism is particularly strong."

Happy Birthday Marines

2008-11-10T19:33:00.002-07:00

Happy 233rd Birthday Marines

If I may just say

2008-11-04T21:04:00.002-07:00

Americans are the stupidist people. By your voting in That person just shows all you have to do is get a bright and shiny object wave it in your stupid faces and you are sold. No matter what the repercussions of that you bunch of fuckin idiots. Now watch as the country goes into deeper shit, as our safety is gone you will all then sit around saying don't blame me I didn't vote for him.
Again morons

Pissed

2008-11-04T10:45:00.004-07:00

So I get up at 5 am get showered dressed all the morning necessities taking care fo so i acan be at the voting booth by 6 am when they open. I am greeted with a line of at least 200 hundred people with 12 booths. So I figure I have time I wait. Now why am I pissed well from the conversations around me roghly 90% of the people there did not have to be there, I heard alot of Moms who were discussing there day of taking the kids to the sitters so they could go shopping and wanted to get there voting "out of the way" alot of SnowBirds (retired folks from colder areas who migrate here every summer) very few of un were there who had to get to work. So of course there were alot of people myself included who just had to leave, I had to get to work SO allthese selfish pigs could vote. Well thanks assholes. Oh if only steemrolling morons was legal. maybe they should have some kind of thing so people who need to get to work could have a seperate line or some sort of front of the line pass. Oh I am sure some Obama lover would wine about that. Oh and on that if Obama wins (which he prob will) I give this country 3 years before we are no better than france a bunch of fuckin pussies who would rather lie down and fuck then face any problems. Now don't get me wrong I am all for Lying down and fucking but sometimes works had to get done. If he wins mark my words we will have surrendered in Iraq, Afginistan, and will be attacked again but this time with no repercussion to the attackers only love our enemies speaches. So go ahead idiots make the worst mistake this country has made ever.

You bunch of assholes.

Step off soapbox

Ok be safe

Obama stupid quote of the day:

"We can't drive our SUVs and eat as much as we want and keep our homes on 72 degrees at all times ... and then just expect that other countries are going to say OK."

Blogging

2008-11-01T14:22:00.004-07:00

I am unsure about my post as of late. I feel like I am forcing this blog and that makes for 1. bad post 2. boring post. So while I am not going to stop, I am only going to write when I have something to write about. So expect a post every couple of days hopefuly something "unboring" .
So since I am already here I thought I would discuss the Ragnar Relay This as a few of you know is a 187 mile relay with a team of 12 people. I am quite excited about this. We have a team of all Firefighters so it my get weird. I am obvisously a lover of punishment because I have taken on the role of team captain. This means 1 no sleep I have to be with all groups 2 running one of the longer legs. I am not complaining I am actually very excited. I also found out some even better news I have been given the honor of pacing at Western States 100. Now this is one of my dream runs and I plan on racing it myself hopefully in a few years. But to pace wow. Actually I am pacing 2 people my Badwater Friend and her main man. Now her "main man" this guy is a veteran of over 40 100+ races and a finisher of western states 15 times. So hopefully I can keep up. Not much else going on. The kids look in a good loot for halloween and I ahve already gone through it and taken out my faves luckily my faves don't really interfere with theirs.

Be safe everyone

me

Daily Quote
I think the worst time to have a heart attack is during a game of charades...or a game of fake heart attack
Demetri Martin

Already back in the game

2008-10-31T12:43:00.002-07:00

Happy Halloween Everyone

I have been told by quite a few that after a Marathon to take a week or more off. Me and my usual do what I want self did not. I ran a nice fast 4.5 yesterday and I have to say it was great. I also have to admit that I am a bit sore today and the shins are acting up a bit. But we will see what tomorrows run brings. I actually came very close to signing up for the Disneyworld marathon but cooler heads prevailed. Actually my wife reminded me that I have the ragnar relay in feb and PF Changs the week after. it is not a running thing for those but more of a time off and travel thing. So maybe Disneyworld next year.

I also have some good news and some bad news, the bad news first Yesterday was my older sone last High School football game and tomorrow is my younger sons last Pop Warner game so no more football until next year. And for the Good news Yeaserday was my older sons alst high school football game and tomorrow is my younger sons last Pop Warner game. I do love them playing but to the parents who don't know Football is truly all consuming for Pop warner alone for the first month they practice every day starting at 6 so they get home from schoolget a snack and before you know it is time for football. In the High school ranks they practice after school and get done around 6:15 so we have to to drop off one and rush al the way back to pick up the other only to rush back to pick up again. Now game nights are a whole different animal. Like I said all consuming not only for the kids but also for the parents. I will tell you the first time you see your kid sack the quarterback it is all worth it actually it is even better if you see him sack the quarteback 6 times in 1 game breaking a school record it is even better. or if you see you son playing pop warner and see him recover a fumble and score a touchdown it is truly worth the effort. So like I said it is over now we concentrate even more on school work bring those b's up to a's and get ready to apply for and visit colleges over the summer I have my work cut out for me. But it is not over track is starting very soon and I have this very fast daughter so here we go again.

be safe Trick and or treating

Daily Quote

Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.

A quick down and dirty race report

2008-10-28T13:35:00.006-07:00

As some of you know I ran for a charity,The International Association of Firefighters burn foundation a worthy cause but I am not sure I would do it again. I am not knocking it I just really did not like asking for money. I do think they are great hell my Dad is a TNT (Team in Training) alumnist and coach he is a coaching for PF Changs marathon this year so I am for charities. Now on to the race report. First it was cold 40 some odd degrees at the start (being from AZ cold for me). Alot of the usual festivities that you see at these things. However this being my first "full" marathon I took it all in. The race started and passing under those arches was definetly an experience I will never forget. One issue I did have was with Brooks. They were advertising a "VIP" porto john with running water flushing toilets and exhaust fans if you were wearing Brooks shoes or Brooks MCM running appearal. I did need some new shorts so I figured this was a good time. Well race day came and we never found the so called VIP porto john. I did here later there was only one way in the back of the starting area with even longer lines and clogged toilets so I am glad I needed the shorts otherwise I would have been pissed. SO as I was saying the race began. If I had to compare this to any run it would have been terrible, I was having a heck of a time getting into the run nothing was working not music nothing. My knee hurt and I ran the worst half I have ever ran at nearly 2 hrs 30 min and as you can tell by my finish time it never got any better. But I was there to finish. I believe it was all due to lack of sleep, climate and time difference and nervousness. I am not complaining and truly do feel I will come back next year with a vengance. The course was beautiful from tree lined forest areas to downtown and monuments. Always something to look at. I did not care for the half way point as we ran through a golf course. No real issues just boring. Also this race has quite a few hills it seems like you are always going up. Man this seems like I am complaining but I am really not I am just letting you know how it was. The race support was awesome, I am telling you the Marine Corps must raid The Basic School with all the 2nd Lt's out there but they were awesome. Supportive and caring. Lik I said we will be back next year and I can't wait. But for now I have another half on the 15th I have not made a decision about PF Changs yet the half or the full. But that happens in Jan. Then the Ragnar realay in Feb. Of course there is San Diego In June so some Busy times ahead. More soon so until then

Be safe

There is no chin behind Chuck Norris' beard. There is only another fist.

Titles

2008-10-27T18:20:00.006-07:00

We all have them, They can be our occupation, our hobby, anyone of a hundred things. I have 3 that I am most proud. First father. Raising my children is easily the most important thing I will ever do during my short time here so I will do it to the best of my ability more blood sweat and tears will go into that than anything I do. The second only a few will understand or a few and proud. It is my title of U.S. Marine, some would now say former Marine but nonetheless once a Marine always a Marine. My Last definetly deserves a place in the top three, it is also the newest I am a Marathoner. I completed my first Marathon specifically the Marine Corps Marathon on Sun Oct 26th in time of 5 hrs 4 min. Being my first I am not concerned about the time only that I finished. Expect a small race report very soon so until then I need some motrin.

Quote:

When you cross that finsh line no matter how slow no matter how fast, it will change your life forever

Dick Beardsley

Some days you have nothing to say

2008-10-15T19:54:00.002-07:00

Today is one of those days nothing worth mentioning happened. We spent the day cleaning the Fire Station and Trucks. In between runs but they are just what I do and not to talk about. Let me tell you this, tapering is killing me I have a few ultra running friends and a wife who keep telling me to calm down and I don't need another long run. But I am freaking out people. I guess after preparing this much running everydays longer and longer you just get used to it and to just stop and dramatically cut back well, it feels weird. Well onto other things our team is all set up for the Ragnar relay in feb I am really excited about this but I warn you A van full of firefighters no sleep and running every couple of hours well I wouldnt get to close if I were you.

Ok short on today but hey everyday can't be great unless of course your me

be safe

Chuck Norris factoid:
The chief export of Chuck Norris is Pain

Last long day

2008-10-12T14:55:00.003-07:00

My last long day before the Marine Corps Marathon I will still be running a bit but only 3 or 5 miles at a time. No real report needed for that. Today was only ten miles, ha listen to me "only ten miles" I have forgetten where I came from. There was a time not to long ago that ten miles was not possible. I asked people the same questions I am asked now, "why" and the standard jokes about how they will come with me in a car and how they don't even like driving that far, Which inevitable tunrs into I should start getting into shape as they shove popcorn into there holes. I know becuase like I said I was one of them a naysayer. I could not imagine going back to that life style. I will make anyone who reads this a promise try it and I guarantee if you are serious you will change. Enter a race a 5k, 10k, any distance and you will love it. You will change you wil become a runner and you will love it. People will ask you the questions you will just smile and shrug. Knowing they will never understand until they find it.

be safe out there

Because I said I would Badwater Crewing

2008-10-10T08:45:00.003-07:00

There really is not much to say about The badwater ultra Marathon, except now that I have crewed for the race I must run the race. That is just how I am wired. For those you you who don't know what badwater is pay attention

This is badwater

And this is badwater

And this

And of cousre this

44 hours no sleep middle of the desert in July

Awesome

Well I have decided to start blogging again

2008-10-09T20:20:00.003-07:00

I got bored with it I guess and now I have the bug again. I considered making a whole new format then I said what the hell just stick with the one you have and run with it. I will no longer only p0st about running but whatever the hell I feel like. To be honest this is my blog I will right whatever I want. Fuck, shit, damn, see anything goes. to the possible 3 people who may read this if you are offended by pretty much anything go away. I will steal a line from the Slayer song Disciple

"I hate everyone equally You can't tear that out of me No segregation -separation Just me in my world of enemies"

So be warned I may even post pics of boobs.

No on to me. I am of course still running I am in taper mode right now I have a Marathon in a little over 2 weeks and this taper is killing me I keep thinking I started to early, I didnt run far or long enough, I am still running but of course not near as long. 7 a few days ago 5 the other day and 4 yesterday, I may run 10 on Sat. I am also in a constant fight with shin plints but icing and Ibuprofin (will now be considered Vitimain I) cover it nicely along with stretching, and the foot alphabet. After that nothing a few beers can't take care of.

Ok I am excited to blog again I hope to have fun with it and keep doing it. So if you are there ask me anything I will answer any question. But until then a little about me.

I am 38, male and married. I am a father, firefighter and runner.

My wife is still hot. I love the Miami Dolphins so much I have broken things

when they have lost (last year was not pretty in my house every sunday)

I get goose pimples when they win. The thought of them in the Super bowl Is

so over whelming I don't think I could watch.

I Believe John Mcain will run the country better than Obama. It is not a Party thing just how I feel. If I have to pick I would say the only reasonI am Republican is I am against Abortion. My general attitude is whatever and nothing absolutely nothing is worth is worth stresing about. Calm down. I can slove pretty much any problem I have on a good long run.

I have no best friend but several really great friends.

Ok that is it for now.

Back home

2008-07-17T13:43:00.004-07:00

Home from crewing and it was great. Easily my greatest running experience to date. I think the only thing that will top crewing Badwater will one day be running Badwater. Pics and observations coming in a day or 2.

be careful out there

me

2 months, well almost

2008-07-04T21:09:00.003-07:00

Well I have not posted in a while. Walk a mile in my shoes people, busy you will see. The good news is marathon training is going well. We are off to badwater on Sat for our crewing duties. So that will get in a few miles I am sure. So if your looking for more post soon well don't hold your breath. At least a week people. But I will promise it be less than 2 months.

be careful out there

me

I am just asking

2008-05-10T17:59:00.003-07:00

As most of you know I am running the Marine Corps Marathon this year. It will be my first Marathon I have ran several Half Marathons but the thought of a full 26.2 miles just seemed out of reach. Even more important I have been given the Honor of running as a member of the IAFF Burn Foundation Marathon Team I have been given the opportunity to help those have have suffered burn injuries. You have also been given the opportunity please help me By donating Here You help me achieve my goal. Please give everylittle bit helps.

HEALING BODIES, HEARTS AND SOULS ... Fire and burn injuries are the second-leading cause of accidental death in children ages one to four, and the third-leading cause of injury and death for those ages one to eighteen. More than 500,000 people suffer burn injuries every year.

Thanks again

Daily Motivation
Tomorrow is another day, and there will be another battle!--Sebastian Coe

The list just gets longer

2008-04-24T14:16:00.002-07:00

Now I am going to do this. Add that to a nearly endless list of stuff. Include a teenage son getting ready to drive a teenage duaghter (enuff said) and a 12 year old son who can't wait to be my next teenage son, so he feels the need to begin the teenage son ass process now. Oh well we only have one chance in the crazy life might as well do as much as we can. beside in six weeks I am here for 4 days then here for week. So as the saying goes I will get plenty of sleep when Im dead.

be careful out there

me
Daily Motivation:

"You have to wonder at times what you're doing out there. Over the years, I've given myself a thousand reasons to keep running, but it always comes back to where it started. It comes down to self-satisfaction and a sense of achievement." - Steve Prefontaine

Busy, But not to busy

2008-04-15T19:45:00.002-07:00

So work has been crazy, Running has been happening but nowhere near the level I want it. I should just be happy it's happening. So I ran today I will on Thurs and will get my repeats done on Fri. For any of you who want to know my repeast are done on a 1/4 mile hill with a 20 lbs vest on AWESOME!! really gets the lungs burning. I also have the the team together for this We will be running the stair race. The Canada games will be practice we are much more interested in the new York games in 2011 where the stair race will be in the Empire State Building Gonna be fun. I was also very happy to get a team of Firefighters together who are truly interested in winning all very competitive guys who want to train and train hard. So Like I said Fun stuff.

Ok that is it for today

Motivation:

Human beings are made up of flesh and blood, and a miracle fiber called courage"
-George Patton

The miles keep going by

2008-03-25T11:40:00.002-07:00

I am about to up my mileage, I have not decided how much 1/2 mile per day or a mile. The last run was good felt good kept pace up hills. I am still unhappy with my splits. They are still roughly the same no matter the distance any clue on what to do. I just get into a rythm and it stays the same. The good part is I keep the same pace up hills, well pretty much. So that is it

More later

great

What I do

2008-03-23T16:19:00.003-07:00

Here is the basic plan, My basic diet. I got it from Runnersworld and it has worked for me very well. Coming in to it to be honest I wasn't happy with the "gut area" and this has worked wonders. I lost no energy on runs and on long days I have GU so energy is good. This is the basics.

Step 1:
Determine Your Daily Calorie Goal

To estimate your daily calorie needs for maintaining your current weight, take your present weight and multiply by 13. That number covers your metabolic needs for the day, factoring in a bit of light activity. So if you weigh 180 pounds, you need about 2,340 calories per day. To lose a pound a week, you must then create a calorie deficit of 500 calories a day (3,500 calories equals one pound). How many calories you can cut from your diet depends a lot on how much you're eating right now. There's a big difference between cutting 500 calories if you're eating 1,500 a day than if you're eating 3,000. But remember: Weight loss is a lot easier when you factor in your running mileage (1 mile = 100 calories). So your calorie deficit can--and should--be created by eliminating some calories from your daily diet and increasing the number you burn per day through running.

Step 2:
Distributing Your Calories

After you've determined the total number of calories you should be consuming per day to meet your weight-loss goals, divide those calories so that 50 percent of them come from carbohydrates, 25 percent come from protein, and 25 percent come from fat. So, for example, if you've determined that your daily calorie goal is 1,800 calories, then 900 of those calories should come from carbohydrates, 450 from protein, and 450 from fat. Remember: You're not striving to have every food you eat meet this ratio. You're simply aiming to get your total daily calorie intake to fall within these guidelines.

Step 3:
Selecting Carbohydrates

Lots of runners will look at the 50-percent carbohydrate guideline and think they'll go into macaroni withdrawal. They'll argue it's not enough--that they need 60 percent or more. After all, carbohydrates are the body's preferred energy source. While it's true that elite runners need a very high percentage of calories from carbohydrates, recreational runners simply don't need as many carbs. Taking in 50 percent of your daily calories from carbohydrate sources will provide you with all the energy you need.Because high-carb foods sustain you during your workouts, they are best eaten just before and just after your runs. When choosing which carbs to eat, opt for those that are fiber- rich and have a high water content to keep you feeling full.

Fruits (about 60 calories per serving)
Apple, orange, pear, nectarine: 1 small (tennis ball size)
Banana: 1 small (5 inch)
Peach, plum: 1 medium (fist size)
Grapefruit: 1/2 whole fruit
Canteloupe: 1 cupBerries:
1 cupFresh pineapple: 3/4 cup
Canned fruit (in its own juice):
1/2 cup Low-Starch Vegetables (about 25 calories per serving)Carrots, celery, cabbage, brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, eggplant, leeks, onions, green beans:
1 cup raw or 1/2 cup cooked Green pepper: 1 whole Asparagus: 7 spears cooked or 14 spears rawLettuce/raw greens:
1 cup 100-percent vegetable juice:
1/3 cupCarbs to Choose with Caution (watch those portions!)
High-Starch Vegetables (about 80 calories per serving)
Beans (lima, navy, pinto): 1/3 cupCorn:
1/2 cupPeas/lentils:
1/2 cupBaked white or sweet potato with skin:
1 small (tennis ball size)Pasta/Rice (about 80 calories per serving)
Couscous (cooked):
1/3 cupBrown or white rice (cooked):
1/3 cupNoodles/pasta (cooked):
1/2 cup Bulgur (cooked):
1/2 cupBreads/Cereal/Crackers (about 80 calories per serving)
Tortilla (white or wheat): 1100-percent whole-wheat bread:
1 sliceMini-bagel: 1 English muffin:
1/2 Pretzels: 3/4 ounce or 8 sourdough nuggets Popcorn (air popped):
3 cupsSaltine crackers:
6 Rice cakes (all varieties, large):
2High-fiber cereals:
3/4 cupOatmeal:
2/3 cup cooked or 1 instant packet

Step 4 Selecting Protein

While protein's primary role is maintaining muscle integrity, it also satisfies hunger. Protein provides a greater feeling of fullness, ounce for ounce, than an equivalent amount of carbohydrate. The effect: You're content with fewer calories. That's why 25 percent of your calories should come from protein.When you choose proteins, lean is always best. Fat adds flavor to protein--but also calories. So be sure to limit the number of calories in the protein sources you choose. A good rule of thumb: The fattier the protein, the smaller the serving. Protein PicksVery lean (about 35 calories per serving)
Chicken or turkey breast (skinless):

1 ounceFish fillet (all whitefish):

1 ounce Canned, water-packed tuna:

1 ounceShellfish: 1 ounceEgg whites:

2 largeEgg substitute: 1/4 cupLean (about 55 calories per serving)

Chicken or turkey (skinless dark meat):

1 ounce Salmon, swordfish, herring, trout, bluefish:

1 ounceLean beef (flank steak, top round, ground sirloin):

1 ounceVeal or lamb (roast or lean chop):

1 ouncePork (tenderloin):

1 ounceCanadian bacon: 1 ounceLow-fat hot dogs:

1 Low-fat luncheon meats:

1 ounceDairy Products (about 90 calories per serving)Fat-free or 1-percent-fat cottage cheese (calcium fortified):

1 cupLow-fat, sugar-free yogurt:

3/4 cupFat-free, sugar-free yogurt:

1 cupLow-fat cheese (all types):

Step 5

Selecting Fats

Most dieters immediately start cutting fat. But instead of just cutting out junk-food sources of fat, they also cut fatty foods that are healthy, including nuts and nut butters, and olives and olive oil. Foods with a little fat help slow the rate of digestion and provide a sense of fullness. Try to get 25 percent of your daily calories from good fats by selecting heart-healthy vegetable, nut, and fish sources.

Fats of Choice

Full-Calorie sources (about 50 calories per serving)

All oils: 1 teaspoon Avacado (medium):

1/8 Almonds, cashews, filberts:

6 Peanuts:

10Pistachios:

15Olives (green or black):

8 medium Peanut butter (creamy or chunky):

1 teaspoonReduced-Calorie sources (about 25 calories per serving)Light tub margarine:

1 teaspoonLight mayonnaise/salad dressing:

1 teaspoonLight cream cheese:

1 teaspoonFat-free salad dressing:

1 tablespoon

Step 6

Establish an Eating/Running Pattern

The wild card in the 50-25-25 eating plan is how you distribute your calories throughout the day. That depends on your running schedule. Because you want to eat the bulk of your carbohydrate calories around the times when you will be active, you need to know ahead of time when you're going to exercise each day. Then select mostly carbohydrate-rich foods to fuel up beforehand or afterward. By eating most of your carbohydrate calories around your runs, you'll then eat most of your protein and fat calories the rest of the day when you're more sedentary.Remember one other guideline when establishing your daily eating pattern: Don't go too many hours without eating or your brain will signal starvation mode and stimulate your appetite. So go ahead and have a morning, afternoon, and evening meal, along with snacks. Just make sure that when you tally up all your eating, you're still within your daily calorie range.

Adapted from Runner's World The Runner's Diet by Madelyn H. Fernstrom, Ph.D., C.N.S. (Rodale 2005). Available in May '05 at rodalestore.com and at bookstores nationwide.

This is the basics but it is not etched in stone I make changes all the time and trying to maintain those exact ratios is not easy. But do your best and you will be happy. I might start enlighting you with recipes I use maybe?

be careful outthere

“Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.”

Hills

2008-03-22T19:24:00.002-07:00

I went usual 3 mile route today but again added the hills. Felt like crap from start to finish. The important part is I finished. I will bestarting hill repeats on Wednesday so keep me in mind.

Until thne

great

On the road

2008-03-21T19:56:00.002-07:00

5 miles felt great good rythm, I did have a naggin pain in my left leg but it did not last long. No hills, well not many on purpose pretty much all my routes have at least 1 fairly decent hill. No avoiding it it is just were I live. My time was not great especially my splits they were prett much exactly the same. I need to work on that. next week the hills will get pretty intense at least once a week. I will be doing all my speed and interval work on only hills. I have also signed up for the Police and Fire games stair race so I need to get ready for that. I have a full year so it should be ok.

be careful out there

greatness

“Success isn't how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started.”

Running Blog

2008-03-19T18:48:00.003-07:00

Basic run, a bit sloppy for the first mile but got much better. I was able to get in some good hillwork. 1 stop at the top of a tall one and another to get the rocks out of my shoes. Finished strong I wanted to keep going but it is important that I stick to this training cycle and to the perscribed miles.

se you out there

greatness

“You cannot propel yourself forward by patting yourself on the back.”

Sometimes your good, Sometimes your real good!

2008-01-14T16:19:00.000-07:00

Nailed it people. I passed my best time by nearly 15 minutes. My smile was completly genuine as I crossed the fnish line and looked at my watch. I'm happy. The race itself was awesome. The course was flat every couple of miles there was a band senic route. The only problem is when you get water people get to the side drinkers on either side so those of us who don't want any can run in the middle. Learn the necessary protical please. The weather was a bit warmer than we expected low 70's at the finish. So the sweatshirt did not last long.

Oh I almost forgot I met Frank Shorter.

Ok all I am happy. I will be taking a few days off to completly recover then I will begin posting again at my usual unpredictable way.

be careful outthere

Daily Motivation

The greatest pleasure in life, is doing the things people say we cannot do.-- Walter Bagehot

First post of 2008

2008-01-11T09:15:00.000-07:00

Well the first post of 2008. We are off. PF Changs is this weekend and for us it is a family affair. it started with my sisters, I then got into it now my Dad will be running with us this year and my son will be running the kids marathon. I will of course post the results and the happenings when we get back.

be safe out there

lazy, lazy, LAZY!!! Well maybe

2007-12-18T20:49:00.001-07:00

Thats me, I have not been running since my last post. Now don't get me wrong I do stuff the usual routine consist of to places work and home. I will being with work

If we don't go to the gym ( yes people I have a job that pays me to go the gym) on that note I feel you sould be happy that firefighters go to the gym. But everyday it is not possible so if we don't I do 300 pushups not all at once but throughout the day. At home I hit the gym and usually pretty hard ther are of course lazy days but I am still there. But running has not been happening although i do pretty invloved leg workouts. I just really hate running in the cold, I don;t know why I just do. Super hot days no problem the cold just sucks.

I wil get back with the program but not tomorrow I have to deliver Christmas presents. Friday for sure....... Sunday For sure.

be careful out there

Running scared

2007-12-13T19:45:00.000-07:00

So I took off yesterday about a quarter of the way through my five mile loop, I ran later in the day because I hate running in the cold. So realized holy crap it's Wednesday the kids get out early should I turn around. Hell no I can make it. Well first I was so wasted I did not run today second a shattered all my pr's and I made it. But oh my gosh I was freaking wasted nearly puked running much faster than my abilty. So that was it. I did have this stupied idea that maybe I should try that once a week or so just for some good speed work prob not. So another story as most of you know I have a family friend who is a major ultra runner she ran badwater last year and just recently ran another 100 miler in 22 hours. Well they have been trying to get me and her boyfriend together for a while. You have so much in common they all say. Well we met let just just say he will be running his 13th western states ultra marathon plus countless others next year so ya I liked him hell I practially bowed. On top of that he is a great guy.

I have also been asked to crew for badwater again hopefully this year I can make it.

Ok folks or folk

I gotta go

be careful out there

word up

Still here

2007-12-08T21:12:00.000-07:00

Still alive still running will post more soon

Overtime

2007-11-03T20:01:00.000-07:00

Overtime today so no run. Back at it on Mon with the after action report

be careful out there

me

Back into it

2007-11-01T07:27:00.000-07:00

Two runs in one day. 1 word AWESOME. nothing real far one 3 miles with hill work then later that evening a fast 5 miler. I ahve to admit this is not the first time I ahd done this and the last time it led to Achilles tendinitis, or at least help it along. Well I don't care I need to run and I will. needless to say I am back out in full force. I wish I had more to say but this is a running blog and and that was all the running I have done in the past day. So more tomorrow.

Stay Safe

Daily Motiviation: “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”

Some days you just don't have it

2007-10-26T21:01:00.000-07:00

So I ran today, if you want to call it that. By far the worst run I have ever had and I don't know why. There was just nothing there we are talking about maybe 3 miles. I have no no excuse and no reason. I ate good, not much sleep but I never get much sleep. I am tired though. oh well back at it on Sun. I thought about taking a day off the I said no breaks. So expect another post on Sun. I do have to work until 1 but i should get in an afternoon run.

Unitl then

Me

Daily Motivation
A man can fail many times, but he isn't a failure until he begins to blame somebody else

Standing down

2007-10-25T21:27:00.000-07:00

We are not going anywere this time. So it is back on the road tomorrow. My last run sucked ass so I intend to make up for it in many miles. I will keep you informed. This weblog has been suffering as of late but both of you loyal readers know I have been a bit busy. It is back to full capacity starting now or tomorrow. Including daily motivation and "motivational" posters

be careful out there

me

Got the call

2007-10-22T21:34:00.001-07:00

I was just informed if there is no change, after the funeral on Thurs I am going here

Sorry

2007-10-22T21:20:00.000-07:00

Been busy, sorry for the lag. More updates soon. I have helping plan a funeral. I have been informed that I will be taking my Captain for his final ride. So there is alot involved. If you have never seen a full firefighter funeral they are quite impressive. I may post some pics when all is done.

For the blog itself , I have been running pretty regular more on that later

be careful

Rob

My friend

2007-10-15T10:41:00.000-07:00

My Freind Charlie died this morning. He was my Engine Captain. I was his Engineer. In the Fire service the bond between firefighters is special and only stronger between a Captain and his Engineer He will be missed more than he will ever know. "See you tomorrow" has a new meaning to me.

See ya Capt

Oh ya it's on

2007-10-08T14:00:00.000-07:00

I am truly getting back to form. A great 5 five miles this morn in under 50 minutes as well. Legs felt great breathing was great weather was great. I wisdh they all could be like that. I think we go for 10 On Tues.

So the Chicago marathon had to be stopped. Appearantly it was 87 degrees and with the humidity it felt like 90. You bunch of weiners welcome to my world. In the sumer time I have to get out before 6 am so I can be back before it reaches 115. Some days I can't get out that early so guess what I suck it up and run when it is 115. Just so you know that is 115 in at least 40 to 50% humidity so don't try to play the humidity card with me. I guess you just have to get used to it and as Nike keeps saying "Just do it"

be careful out there

Daily Motivation: "Man imposes his own limitations, don't set any"
-Anthony Bailey

Just wanted to say

2007-10-05T20:16:00.000-07:00

I am back on the road, I seem to be all healed. So here we go. Again.

If any of my old Marine Corps Brothers read this What up yo!!!

Ok I will update on the runs as they happen. So expect more.

Until then

Hit the road

Daily Motivation: "Laziness is nothing more than the habit of resting before you get tired." - Jules Renard

Motivation from the best source

2007-09-25T19:22:00.000-07:00

Remember that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize. You also must run in such a way that you will win. All athletes practice self-control. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize. So I run straight to the goal with purpose in every step. I am not like a boxer who misses his punches. I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what I should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.
1 Corinthians 9:24-27 NLT

In case you were wondering

2007-09-21T11:04:00.000-07:00

The boys won last night, 14 to 50 so it was indeed quite clear who the better team was. My sondid get to see a few of his old friends and was happy to "lay them out" son #2 has his game tomorrow it's an away game and 1 1/2 hours away so we will be traveling.

teh legs are healing up great, I may go for a short 1 or 2 mile son Monday and see how we feel. Stretch people Stretch. I have found out the hard way it it is important.

Daily Motivation: "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race." (2 Timothy 4.7)

It has come to this

2007-09-19T18:12:00.000-07:00

In all runners lives there comes the time when you just go to hard, to far, or to fast. Well I did it and now I am hurt and no running for at least a week but more than likely 2. I thought at first I had just run of the mill shin splints. As it turns out I have Achilles Tendinitis. To much to soon and to much hill and stair/bleachers work. So here I sit. The pain actually started just before Disney but I figured screw it. ( if I knew then I would get his I still would have run it) So it seems that I may sit out the Police and Fire Games Half marathon as it is in 2 weeks I will have no training time. I am OK with it though, the Marathon is the important race and I would rather sit here for a bit to insure I can do that. I will heal I and I will keep you both up to date. On a good note My son is starting tomorrow against his old school his thoughts on that are "hopefully I came make someone bleed" so apparently there is no love lost between him and his old coach. That story is pretty interesting, Long story short he informed the coach he could not attend Football Camp because he had a commitment (that commitment was crewing for a friend at Badwater) and he said "what about your commitment to this team" which really pissed my son off. I have to say it pissed me off to. You see we are a football family and we live in the desert he was out pretty much all summer twice twice a day at football practice and he questioned his loyalty. Now that was at a private school. He soon decided he wanted to go back to the public school. He claimed the educational opportunities are better he is in accelerated everything except world history which is AP . But I believe the old coach was the last straw. But he is happy.

OK that is it for today I will keep you up to date on the healing and on the first runs when they happen.

be careful out there

Daily Motivation- Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible." - Doug Larson

Quotes

2007-09-17T21:24:00.000-07:00

I think this sums it up for alot of us

Bravo Kristin Armstong

I don't train because I want to be able to do things (run a faster 5K, beat my marathon PR, make someone eat my dust on a trail...though those things aren't bad....). I train because I want to be someone better than I would be if I didn't train. If someone I love is faltering, I want to be the kind of woman who can haul some ass; I want to be first on the scene. I want to be strong enough to carry some of his/her burden along with my own. I want to have a clear head and a clear heart, so if I am asked for advice I can offer wisdom instead of mere opinion. If my big opportunity arises to serve, I want to be ready. If it takes more out of me than I anticipated, I want to know something about endurance. If the terrain suddenly changes, I want to be steady. If someone I love looks at me with eyes full of fear, terrified that they won't be able to finish whatever happens to lie ahead of them, I want to look at them, wordless, with unblinking eyes that assure them that there is no way that they won't.

That, right there, is why I run. In case you were wondering.

Why do you run?- Kristin Armstong

If you get a chance

2007-09-09T19:20:00.000-07:00

Check this out

http://www.marathonmovie.com/home.html

I stole this

2007-09-07T13:33:00.000-07:00

I found this on the www.rnrmarathon.com site and it deserved to be republished here. There is something in this list to motivate everyone.

“I run because this marathon strengthens my goals and stretches my dreams.”
Troy West, 10 Year Runner

“I run because, in the words of Twisted Sister, I WANNA ROCK!”
Marne Peterson

“I run because when I do things I didn’t think I could, I feel unique, beautiful and strong.”
Ashley Shoemaker

“I run because it’s an unexplainable high...like nourishment for my soul.”
Bobbi Sovacki

“I run so my goals in life will continue to get bigger instead of my belly.”
Bill Kirby

“I’m running to raise funds for cancer research and because you can do anything you put your mind, body and spirit to.”
Angelia Craft

“I run to remind myself that I can accomplish any goal, as long as I take it one step at a time.”
Curtis Jackson

“I run because of the awesome bands along 26 miles that will keep my toes tapping instead of my feet dragging.”
Noreen Rodriguez

“I run because in times of upheaval, it is a constant in my life.”
Melissa Matthews

“After mile marker 20, it all comes from within the heart of a runner.”
Mary Fenton

“I run because the mind is more powerful than the body.”
Veronica D. Chinn

“Time stops and the moment is forever captured within yourself when you cross that finish line.”
Amanda Gaudet

Be careful out there

I am omitting the daily motvation on this post. I figure there is enough motivation already

It's official

2007-09-07T13:24:00.000-07:00

Signed up for Rock and roll San Diego I will discuss this more after PF Changs . Who knows I may just change my mind. I doubt it though.

Be careful out there

Daily Motivation: Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible." - Doug Larson

Im back

2007-09-05T13:00:00.000-07:00

Disneyland was fun, this race always is. Running through the parks and through Angel stadium is prett cool. As for the race we got there at 5:15 am, they wanted us there at 4:30 but that was not going to happen. Parking for this race sucks, the only real place to park is the Disney parking srtucture and they charge you the average Disney daily rate of 11 dollars so keep that in mind. If you get a hotle close enough you can walk otherwise parking is non existent. It was unseasonably hot in Anaheim 80 degrees at the start 6 am and into the mid 90s by the time we finished. We got to the staging area visited the Porta johns for the pre race deposit and I will report everything came out smooth. We got into what we thought was our corral only to find we we were not only in the wrong spot we were way in the wrong spot as in the very last group to start. No I have no problems with walkers on these races, I am glad to see anyone doing any thing to acheive fitness but people please get to one side. I came up onto countless groups of walkers who would group together start talking and take up and entire path. I am glad to see you there but please be aware there are people who like to run. Now This is a fun race course, it goes through Disneyland, California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. You also get to run on the Angels baseball field and see yourself on the big screen pretty cool. In the end I did not get the time but I did beat last years time so that is something.

Next is the Police and Fire games half in Mesa AZ

the PF Changs Marathon in Jan, So the training post will continue I plan on being back on the road tomorrow so the beating will continue.

be careful Out there

Daily Motivation: You have to forget your last marathon before you try another. Your mind can't know what's coming." - Frank Shorter

I am outta here!

2007-08-29T10:18:00.000-07:00

OK folks, or should I say folk. "Folks" being plural meaning more than one person reads this. I am off to California, well actually tomorrow we are off for the D-land Halfer. We will spend a few days at the park meet up with family and race. I will give a full race report on Tues or Wednesday complete with pics and times. Until then loyal reader.

Be careful out there

Today's motivation: "The gun goes off and everthing changes... the world changes... and nothing else really matters." - Patti Sue Plummer

Long time no post

2007-08-26T11:51:00.000-07:00

I am sorry to my reader for not posting, I am sure you have been waiting with high anticipation. So what has been going on. Well the runs have been OK, bad, and great. I attempted 13 miles and completely bonked around 7. Just goes to show not eating correctly will reap havoc on you running schedule. The next day off I completed the 13 miles plus. Eat to run people eat to run.
The Ipod caused it's usual headache, the Ipod Nike trainer just quit one day, then just quit again the next day. have noticed that if I pause my workout it reeks all kind of havoc on it from freeze ups to full on shut downs. So now I no longer pause my workouts. Now as for this Nike Ipod trainer while I do love this thing it is not the best one out their as a matter of fact is is not accurate at all. But it will give you a good judge of time and pace all over your head phones with the push of a button. On that note it has been the cause of most of my headaches. I guess I just love punishment that must be why I run hmmmm. Well next Monday is the Disneyland Half Marathon I am ready and a bit nervous, I ran this race last year and loved it. It was my first

half marathon and a great first. The race starts through the parks you get to run through the back areas of the park and see somethings you would otherwise never get to see. The rest is through Anaheim and you get to run on the Angels baseball field pretty cool. Then you end through the parks again. Alot of fun. So I will be posting a complete review of this race as soon as I get back. Until then

be careful out there

Motivation: The will to win means nothing if you haven't the will to prepare." - Juma Ikangaa, 1989 NYC Marathon winner

Wanna laugh

2007-08-09T10:23:00.000-07:00

Go read some blogs these people are the biggest whiners of the face of the planet, Read them OOOOh I'm depressed, Oh My spouse won't have sex with me so I am going to cheat, Oh I'm fat, Fucking waaaaaah. Man up you bunch of bitches (or woman up as the case may) be Everyone of you has an excuse. The best part is as I have written about before is there are so many that will say it is OK. You can write about anything, debauchery, hedonism, being fat, being sick, being hooked on drugs or alcohol. and there is always someone to say oh that's OK it's not your fault. Everything is someone Else's fault, or societies fault. Well now you are gonna hear from me.

1. It is your fault. If your fat exercise and diet, if your depressed get pills, exercise get over it.

you can change it if you just would quit making up excuses.

2. Hooked on something easy answer quit. NO shut up it is not a disease, cancer is a disease,

you have an addiction so quit. if you really do not want to drink then don't if you want

to quit drugs quit. Don't come to me with your bullshit either. I quit smoking and chewing. I

am not saying it is easy because it is not but it is possible if you just will. I am sure all those

with cancer would love to "quit" cancer.

3. Pro Choice. I believe in Pro choice but it is a bit different the only choice you have is rather or

you chose to do it so you chose to get pregnant that was your choice now raise your child. OK

OK I will say in extreme cases those of rape incest or actual possibility of death to the mother

abortion be allowed but lets go over those rape and incest first if the these were the only

reasons for abortion the numbers would drop 99.9% and everyone knows it. Now for the

mother having the possibility of dying by being pregnant. Some one would have to explain to

me the chances of this and the reasons not is this day and age. But if you must discuss this

how many mothers or fathers out there would not die right now for there children. If you

cannot yes to this then you do not deserve to be a parent anyway. There is an old saying that

goes something like this "If you don't have anything Worth dying for, what do you really have

living for" remember it.

Now I know I have gotten off the true nature of this blog "running" well sorry but I needed to vent.

But if you must know I got in an awesome 5.5 miles last night during one of the boys football practices a great run with an average 8.5 miles pace

OK all now in the nature of this particular post

Fuck off

Crapple again

2007-08-06T18:11:00.000-07:00

Another frozen Ipod. Luckily this time I was able to unfreeze and not lose all my music but I did lose all my workout data and I was about 3/4 done and had a pretty good hill coming up. OS I needed the music. I am still pretty pissed about the workout data a good 5 miles that will not be on the nike website. At least I had the music and I finished pretty strong. Oh well.

Nothing new going on boys are of course in football and at practice as we speak. my wife is jogging by the higg school so she can pick them up. Soooooo that is about it. I have a few days off of work and plan on hitting the road hard in prep for D-land half in 3 weeks. I am still confident on the sub 2 hour but we will see.

be careful out there

Daily Quote:

Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts." - Steve Prefontaine

Back out there

2007-08-04T21:18:00.000-07:00

Great 7 miles yesterday. I love the feeling after a run. the tired but feel great feeling. It is the best part. I have to take my daughter to her aunts for her last summer hoorah, so the run will be short very short just a quick 4. Oh add 2008 08 wildmiles to the "upcoming runs" list.

OK all post after porb on Mon
be careful out there

Daily Quote:

"I'm going to go out a winner if I have to find a high school race to win my last race." - Johnny Gray

Funny how things work out

2007-07-30T14:26:00.001-07:00

Well no run today at least not yet. They day srtarted pretty early. I got home from work around 8 had to take oldest son to get football pads from school, Then had to pick up his laptop from school, then had to take him to other school (he may be changing high schools the catholic private school is really starting to piss me off) then home to mow grass and now have to get dog to vet at 3 only to come home to take youngest meeting foe pop warner, Then he starts practice tomorrow. Things will be crazy but this is the life I have chosen. In the mean time I hope to get in an evening run which I hate.

be careful out there everyone I will let you know how the run went or if the run went. Shit I have to half marathons and a marathon coming very soon I better get with the program.

Keep running

Rob

Daily Quote:

pressure is nothing more than the shadow of great opportunity." - Michael Johnson

Stupid Crapple

2007-07-29T09:00:00.001-07:00

So good news and bad news. Seven miles yesterday, The run pretty much sucked at the start. You know how it is just as soon as you start the legs feel heavy nothing is quite working right and you know this will not be fun. It all started with the stupid camel pack leaking, which means pretty much the whole way my back is getting soaked and I keep feeling drips on my legs. It was really pissing me off. I believe I found the leak but I promise if it was not 105 degrees the camel pack would have gone in the trash that day. One good thing happened I found my nike/ipod thing. Now for those of you who do not know what these are, it is a pedometer that goes with your Ipod, it will tell you your pace how far you have gone how much you have and your time. You can then go to the Nike website and download all your info look at you run see where you slowed down sped up and so on it will keep all your miles logged pretty cool thing. The downfall is it a apple. and you have to use a Ipod Nano with it. So as I was saying I found my Ipod thing, it was the little thing that goes onto your shoe (Nike makes some special shoes for them but you don't have to use them) Well I kept it between my laces and it fell out. I searched that area three or four times never found it, then yesterday I saw something orange on the ground and found it I could not believe and guess what it still works WOW!. So now I have 2. Now I am finishing up this run wet back and sticky legs from the stupid camel pack still leaking and my stupid Ipod freezes which means a few things first half a mile left I'm wasted pissed and now no music plus no record of my run (I love to look at them) Then when resetting it I lost all my music ( luckily I had it all backed up) well it basically it turned a shitty run into an even shittier end. I am still happy I did it though. Tomorrow we will only go 5 and some 30/30s I have to get 2 boys into for sports physicals, get pads issued for one and get the other one to a meeting which ends at 7 but I need to pick up the other one from practice at 6:30. Oh well this is parenthood it will all work out..... I hope

Good running people

Daily quote

"Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible." - Doug Larson

Terrible, Absolutely

2007-07-27T18:30:00.000-07:00

Sad day!

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19999896/

On the road again

2007-07-27T11:22:00.000-07:00

Ok, Finally got in some miles yesterday, only 4 but it beats the shit out of nothing. I did not mention before the up coming events. In Sept in have the Disneyland Half Marathon. I ran this last year and had alot of fun great course through the parks and into Anaheim even on the the field and the Angels ballpark. Next is the Western States Police and Fire Games Half Marathon in Oct. We then take a break for a few months to prepare for PF Changs Jan. So That should be interesting. Then June of 08 the San Diego Rock and Roll Marathon. So it will be busy for a while, But a good busy. Tomorrow I will head out again more prep but I love doing it.

The family is all back together. My wife and son returned from badwater crewing for a freind and said they loved it. I plan on going next year to crew and pace. Just to be part of such an event is really an honor. The boys start football next week so tomorrow I have go by my youngest his cleats and a few other odds and ends. I do worry about both boys playing in the heat but they will be ok.

Ok more tomorrow. be safe out there

Daily quote:

It hurts up to a point and then it doesn't get any worse." - Ann Trason

Once a again

2007-07-25T08:50:00.000-07:00

Why am I here?
First to log my training for a marathon I am running, I will be logging miles, data and generally how my runs go. Once that is done I will be preparing for another marathon and a Biatholon. So prepare for that.
I will go over the daily family deals including raising 2 teenagers a boy and a girl. and how that deal with there 11 year old brother. Detailing my youngest sons first year in Pop Warner and My oldest first year in High School Football. My attempts to have a fourth child and the story behind that. Lastly anything I feel like saying.

So here we go. While researching blogs I have found that there are some real freaks out there. People who cheat on there spouses and that hords who come along and tell them it is ok. The deviants can always find someone who will tell them it is ok. Freaks!
I could show you a few one of them even turned off there comments because of me, she appearantly did not like me telling here she was wrong. Now look I am actually a very religous person. But I do not believe you have to be a believer to know that cheating is wrong, sexually depravity is wrong. Abortion is wrong. No we cannot do what ever we like, there are reprocutions for our actions. I do not think I have to explain that. We all know it we just choose to ignore it. I found many more freaks and freaky things on blogger alone but they are post for another day.

Now for the running news, well what a great day to start a blog with the intent on blogging and talking about daily runs when you don't run that day. My excuse? Well, it's raining. For the second morning in a row (weird for us) so nothing today. Hopefully tomorrow we will be back on the road. Football practice starts on Tues for both boys so Stand by for that.

So with that

Out