DC is one of those cities that always seems to surprise me. No matter how many times I've walked or jogged the same street, park, open area, I am continually amazed at what I've always managed to miss. Today was no exception. I did deviate slightly from my usual streets during me run this evening and travelled down a little alley near Lincoln Park. This "alley" was paved in nicely tended brick and halfway down I found the most beautiful little park. Just tucked off to the side, it had a nice grassy area and was spotted with great clumps of organized tulips. It also had a couple trees and a bench for enjoying this little haven off the main drag. Had I not been on a mission, I would have stopped for a chance to listen to the birds and smell the flowers. Perhaps next time.
Though the run was quick, I was still able to take in some of my other favorite parts of spring visible on this otherwise cold evening - the smell of fresh cut grass, the snow fall of cherry blossom petals, the crowds of joggers before sunset. I am glad for the ability and opportunity to get out and enjoy these things...even if I'm dripping sweat at the same time. Hopefully tomorrow's forecasted thunderstorm holds off long enough to get in another quick jaunt through the streets.
On another note, I'm quickly approaching the 25% mark in my goal to hit 1000 miles this year. I'll opine more later on the adrenaline rush that comes with achieving a goal that requires consistency, but tonight I'll just let you know that I am dancing in my shoes waiting for the tracking clock to roll over that 250 mile point. Happy trails!!!
Stats -
Miles: 5.14
Time: 42:07 (average pace of 8:11 per mile)
Location: Lincoln Park, Capitol Hill, cute little alleys
Feeling: The body is holding up well. Can't wait for the metric marathon in less than a month.
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