11 December 2007

Christmas Lights Run #2


Tonight's Christmas Lights run was really nice. Because I wanted to try to take some pictures, I decided to run in the middle pack, figuring I could slow down to take some pictures and then catch back up. Slowing down and catching up worked but the picture taking was pretty much a bust as you can see from the picture on the right.



We started and ended at Runner Bill Sports.
The lights were pretty -- you can get a general idea from the pictures.



Brooks Running donated some running stuff and my name was drawn for a shirt -- a Brooks Nightlife Podium Half-zip. That was pretty nice.

The first 3 miles were pretty leisurely but I picked it up for the last 2 -- we were past the lights and just heading "home". Ended up passing the lead group and finishing the 5.3 miles in 46:17.

This Christmas, reduce your carbon footprint by replacing a Christmas lights drive with a run. You'll enjoy it and be earth-friendly at the same time.

Run well, y'all,
Bob
Richmond, VA

4 comments:

Topher said...

I still think that's an awesome idea. I was able to run outside last night during a break in the ice storm and thought about your group as I focused on the Christmas lights. It was a great distraction from thinking about how dang cold it was.

Nancy said...

Love that yellow pull-over, what a deal!!

Sounds like fun.

Amy@RunnersLounge said...

Great idea Bob! Thanks for sharing your pictures.

paulmerrill said...

Liked the carbon-saving suggestion!

We're not running out there, as we'd slip on the ice & kill ourselves. But we did go for a nice family walk in the snow this afternoon.

Merry Christmas, Bob!