The Coaster
I tried to sign in yesterday, but bl0gger was giving me a hard time and not letting me in. Guess I wasn't on the guest list. It's been a while since I've posted so grab a cup of whatever you're drinking and enjoy..
2 Sundays ago was the Long Beach marathon. I hate running. As usual, something went wrong with my race.. actually a couple. First, I was late and started after the gun. Oh sweet, you have to run over the starter mat (I don't know what it's really called) so even though I was late, I got to start at zero instead of 5 minutes later. Second, I didn't bring my nutrition (gels and hydration) and cramped up around mile eight. What was I thinking? Oh yeah, they'll have gels and sports drinks on the course.. oh no they didn't. Water was at every station and gel was at mile 10. Oh well. I ended up walking 3 miles total and finished just under 3 hours. Things I saw on the course: An old Korean guy running in his underwear.. tighty whiteys! Women peeing on the side of the course.. oh hey, here's a spot where I can squat. An old guy beat me. I think he was in his late 60's or 70's, maybe even 80's. Almost, got beat by another old guy, running WITH A CANE!! But I think I beat him during the last mile when I started to run til it hurt. Overall, a good experience. I don't know if I'll do it again.. maybe next time and I'll make sure to bring my nutrition.
On the the 16th, my grandma passed away. We knew she was going to go soon, but not when. I love you mama! The rest of the week was spent with my family and Saturday was the funeral. It's amazing how looking at someone else crying can make you cry. I'll miss her.
So after the funeral, we had a reception at my Uncle's house. I took the kids bowling but the chickie was too tired and I told her to go to my house and take a nap. 4 hours later, I get home and find her in my bed. She thinks she's sick and asks for a washcloth for her forehead. I get the washcloth and bring it to the bathroom turn on the light and what do I find??? A 6'4 RUSTY PIRANHA!!!! The chickie, mom, bro, best bud and surf buddy all chipped in. I was so stoked. I couldn't let go of it for the next 45 minutes.
My yougnest brother planned his birthday outing a few weeks ago so we all went to The Mans!on in Hollywood. Pretty cool place and great music; a mix of hip hop and rock. My brother wanted to go VIP because we had a lot of people. $800 in cash and $450 on my middle bro's card and we have 3 bottles of vodka. Waste of money, I think. But, my bro's are like that. Champagne style on a beer budget. Oh well. It's not like it happens everyday.
Friday, I'm on a vacation day and spending the day with my papa to celebrate mama's bday. Plan is to surf Friday and Saturday morning. It's been so long. I can't wait.
I'll post picks of the new edition soon. LATER!
2 Sundays ago was the Long Beach marathon. I hate running. As usual, something went wrong with my race.. actually a couple. First, I was late and started after the gun. Oh sweet, you have to run over the starter mat (I don't know what it's really called) so even though I was late, I got to start at zero instead of 5 minutes later. Second, I didn't bring my nutrition (gels and hydration) and cramped up around mile eight. What was I thinking? Oh yeah, they'll have gels and sports drinks on the course.. oh no they didn't. Water was at every station and gel was at mile 10. Oh well. I ended up walking 3 miles total and finished just under 3 hours. Things I saw on the course: An old Korean guy running in his underwear.. tighty whiteys! Women peeing on the side of the course.. oh hey, here's a spot where I can squat. An old guy beat me. I think he was in his late 60's or 70's, maybe even 80's. Almost, got beat by another old guy, running WITH A CANE!! But I think I beat him during the last mile when I started to run til it hurt. Overall, a good experience. I don't know if I'll do it again.. maybe next time and I'll make sure to bring my nutrition.
On the the 16th, my grandma passed away. We knew she was going to go soon, but not when. I love you mama! The rest of the week was spent with my family and Saturday was the funeral. It's amazing how looking at someone else crying can make you cry. I'll miss her.
So after the funeral, we had a reception at my Uncle's house. I took the kids bowling but the chickie was too tired and I told her to go to my house and take a nap. 4 hours later, I get home and find her in my bed. She thinks she's sick and asks for a washcloth for her forehead. I get the washcloth and bring it to the bathroom turn on the light and what do I find??? A 6'4 RUSTY PIRANHA!!!! The chickie, mom, bro, best bud and surf buddy all chipped in. I was so stoked. I couldn't let go of it for the next 45 minutes.
My yougnest brother planned his birthday outing a few weeks ago so we all went to The Mans!on in Hollywood. Pretty cool place and great music; a mix of hip hop and rock. My brother wanted to go VIP because we had a lot of people. $800 in cash and $450 on my middle bro's card and we have 3 bottles of vodka. Waste of money, I think. But, my bro's are like that. Champagne style on a beer budget. Oh well. It's not like it happens everyday.
Friday, I'm on a vacation day and spending the day with my papa to celebrate mama's bday. Plan is to surf Friday and Saturday morning. It's been so long. I can't wait.
I'll post picks of the new edition soon. LATER!
posted by BeanCountingSurfer at 7:43 AM
2 comments
