birthdays and marathons

Two of my favorite people had birthdays recently. I'm not a big birthday guy, but it's always a good chance to celebrate and have a good time.

(top) 

Carla's birthday was - hey! it's today, no wait - tomorrow!!! Nevermind, that was a fantastic dinner at Clementine's. Happy Birthday, Sister! 

(middle)

Jeremy's birthday was celebrated at a sushi restaurant in Portland last week with sake bombs (at least for him and Kate)

And then there was another milestone: On October 5th I ran the Maine Marathon. Top picture is me heading to the starting line on a crisp morning, with my lucky Feather - no, that's not going to be the baby's name!?!

Next picture is of me, still on the way to the starting line, just had to make a little detour. Thank goodness the paparazzi were there to capture the moment.

There are no pictures of me at the finish, as Diana was busy chatting with friends as I blew past her, several minutes ahead of my projected time. 

Ran a PR of 2:57:52!