Our First Chat of 2025

I don't know about anyone else, but I sure could go for a nice frothy hot beverage in these cold weather conditions.

I’m always game for some warm conversation, as well, so how about we combine the two? We’d probably have to gather virtually, but so what? That just means we wouldn’t need to go out, in the freezing wind, to meet-up anywhere. We could just “stay in” and keep comfy on our own virtual couches, while sipping from our favorite mugs and chat to our hearts’ content.

It sounds like a win-win to me…

So, if we were to gather, here are a few things I’d share, with a warm mug in hand…

Fist off, I’d tell you about my December stats. Hmmm. The running was kept to the minimum, even with the RW Winter Run Streak happening. Truth be told, the runs all felt pretty easy, and my enthusiasm never wavered, but the conditions weren’t exactly as ideal as in years past. I blame the unusually cold temps and my crazy work schedule (which didn’t allow for any noontime “runches” nor many weekday runs to take place in the daylight). Walking took a major hit, as well, also a result of the above mentioned factors. But biking, thankfully, saw a very busy month of action!

Next, I’d share the cruel fact that January didn’t waste any time ushering-in the “real” seasonal weather. Granted, we all knew it would eventually be arriving, but still. Let it be known that January 2nd marked the first official weather alert (already) for 2025. Thankfully, we didn’t have blizzard conditions, but it definitely was cold and the white stuff graced the ground.

I would also tell you how New Year’s Day felt so pivotal in my little world. Not only did my Winter Run Streak come to an end, but we had substantial sunshine! I’ve talked about the solar-powered nightlight in my master bath, as part of the solar tube (which brings in a lot of natural daylight, via the ceiling). Finally, after a several day sabbatical, it was nice to witness the return of said nightlight illuminating the otherwise dark bathroom in the overnight hours.

Another thing I’d mention…after two weeks with mid-week holidays, I am kind of dreading a 5-day work week after this weekend. That said, returning to a more regular schedule will be nice (did I say that out loud?). 

Finally, there were a couple more Garmin badges added to the mix. Every now and then, a unique badge pops up (hence the Finish Strong badge). I gotta admit it is nice being rewarded for doing something that (sort of) comes natural (working-out on the daily, even on the final day of 2024). The Strong Start kudos was a nice keepsake, as it signified the end of the Run Streak as well as the start of the New Year.

Indeed, I guess I had a lot to chat about! I think it’s time I grab another warm beverage, and let someone else have the floor.  

So, your turn! What would you share, if we were gathering and chatting? 

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