we are officially at the mid point of summer.

it’s been HOT and dry in the pacific northwest.

usually, before the 4th of july, it is cool and even rainy. summer “unofficially” starts on the 5th of july around here, but not this year.

this morning i officially started training for the half marathon.

actually, i started yesterday, but sunday’s are going to be my rest day.

today was my first run.

3 miles.

slow and steady.

and, i registered for a REAL race! i figured i would stick with the training if i actually have a race to run in.

it’s the Run Like Hell Half Marathon on October 25th!

i finished up the tents for the kids tonight…

they were keeping the bears out of their camp.

odyssey likes them, too.