Race Day!

My first ever official 5K event went well this morning, it was cold but I managed without a hat or gloves. I ran the whole thing - my training told me I could definitely run the needed 3.1 miles, but you never know when a surprise cramp or twisted ankle is going to sabotage you.

I'm not really a runner, I don't read anything about running and this might be a cliche for all I know, but there was a definite sense of togetherness within the group of strangers I ran with. The sounds of panting, talking, laughing and feet padding on asphalt made me feel as if I were a part of a migrating herd - it was a good feeling.

I would definitely do this again, and I recommend it to others.

The Results Are Incontrovertible

I have developed a fool-proof method to determine whether a person believes in Fate or in Free Will.

(Yes, one or the other, not both.)

Let's imagine you're heading out to your car, and it starts raining. Pouring. Coming down in sheets. Do you run for the car, or just keep walking?

If you run in the rain - you believe in Free Will.
If you walk in the rain - you believe in Fate.
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