The training, except for the little taper runs, is done.

What a strange period this has been, training for Chicago.  Very strange, indeed.  But, what could have been done, is now complete.  Time now for a little bit of resting and waiting.

One week from today, I will be traveling to Chicago.

Thursday, Paxton, Castro and Kali will go to stay at Reggie’s House while we are gone.  Reggie has a reputable boarding place for animals in our area.  Pet owners love him and so do the animals.  Quality place, there.

So, aside from a few minor errands, I’m ready.

The only variable left that is totally out of my control is the weather.  I have had bad dreams about the race, you already know this.  But I have been very concerned about the weather.

I have decided not to carry anything with me during the race.

When I did the Ultra in July, we were required to carry a water bottle.  I ended up training all Summer carrying that water bottle.  Lately, I have had to NOT carry the water bottle.  I needed to get used to running “Naked.” as it were.

It felt very strange at first, but now, I rather like it!  I’m not having to compensate for the additional weight of my 22 oz water bottle.  I (sometimes) feel like I’m floating from not having to carry that extra weight.

A person could get used to this!

Back to the weather, though.

I have been checking the long range weather forecast for about a month now.  I know…I’m pathetic.  Finally, I have one that is still long range but hopefully, kind of accurate?

Fingers crossed!