El Scorcho

I made it. I didn't make my optimistic time of 2:30, but I think I finished under 2:50. The first three laps were a breeze - the fourth was a challenge - and the fifth really took some effort. Thanks to my husband who rode his bike by my side encouraging me the last three miles, I made it through! I had a great time and am really impressed with how everything turned out at the race. You could really tell that alot of work had been done and it was a great success.

I'm taking a vacation from work this week. And the kids are back as well, so we'll have some serious R&R time together. We started out the 'vacation' with a trip to Six Flags. It was surprisingly pleasant - we were almost able to forget the near 100 degree temps because the park had so few people in it. There were no lines anywhere!

Tomorrow we may try to see the cousins. Spend some time by the pool. And there were talks of taking a quick trip to Palo Duro canyon or San Antonio.

I'm getting ready for El Scorcho tonight. 15.1 miles I think. I planned to take a nap but really don't think I can sleep. I haven't done enough today to make me sleepy. It doesn't look like it's going to rain after all. Less humidity is better for everyone.

I just finished my new iPod playlist, packed up some power bars, water, gatorade, change of clothes, bug spray. That should just about do it. I think I'm ready!

Eric's been working on the house again. The walls are coming down. He ripped out the entrance to the dining room and the walls dividing the dining room and living room. Next is half of the wall between the kitchen and living room. We'll be putting in a small counter area there and replacing all of the existing countertops at the same time. Thank Goodness!



Last weekend we visited the Lightcatcher Winery for their Jazz night. It was such a good time that we are going back next weekend with some friends. They had a great jazz band, tasty menu, as well as wine to top off the breezy outdoor setting. I recommend it even if you are not a big wine fan.

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We just returned from a beautiful week in Galveston. Lots of fun and lots of water! We returned to Pointe West and stayed oceanside. The 'resort' is getting alot bigger. Over the past year they have put in an additional pool, a lazy river for the family, miles of bike paths, and a fire pit. And daily activities for the kids were a nice break from the sun. We had a great time hanging out with no clocks, no internet access (although I'm not sure if my husband was too happy), and no work! We skipped the NASA visit this year, but we did take a fishing trip. We didn't catch 'the big one'. Although our catches were just as big as everyone's!

Now it's time to cram for my first test in Corporate Tax. Yuck.

I did get back on track last weekend with my running. I did a 10 mile run on the treadmill because of the rain. It really wasn't that bad because I was watching the US Open. I typically prefer to snooze my way through a good golf tournament. But the treadmill was alright too. We'll see if I can work 11 miles in tomorrow.