Did my "basic" 5K today. Out of my front door, up the street, and then back. A bit boring, but I am doing it faster than a month ago, so that is encouraging. Did a 4.5 miler yesterday. I am wanting to move up to 5 miles, and then 6. There's an awesome 6 mile loop of off-road trails not far away that I want to run instead of walk/hike. That's now my goal. I want to do it before the snow flies and it gets slippery. If the weather cooperates, I should have the time.

Kelownagirl, hope you get your painless km soon! And thank you for all your encouragement. It is greatly appreciated.

Shiraz, Love your forum name. Am trying NOT to partake of your namesake but not having a lot of luck. SO many good shirazes and SO little time.

tattie, do you ever sleep? I would be dead with your schedule. Seriously dead. You rock!

Annie