June 26, 2010

The group yesterday morning grew from the four of us (see below) to the four of us plus Tim, Paul and Jack at Starbucks.  You know what the weather was like.  Quote from Ann Stuart at Starbucks 'it's nice to sweat and not die'.

Welcome back Fred!  Don't be such a stranger.

And, fresh from safaris and vuvuzelas and earplugs at world cup futbal - welcome back to Ann Stuart (and Ellen)!

See everyone next week! 

Eileen

Ann Stuart and I jogged through 17th Street and Georgia Tech - Fred and Beth ran through the park.

Ann Stuart is back from her African adventure and Jack and Beth are entertained

Paul wants to know 'where have you been?'  Ann Stuart gives him a pin in the map for South Africa

The end.

June 19th, 2010

Courtesy of Lisa:

As we gathered for Saturday's Morning Run, it promised to be another sticky-hot late June day in Atlanta.  Eileen Nebhut, Tim and Beth Frilingos, along with Paul and Jack (and me) all met in the parking lot.  I was the lone walker in the crew.  And it was too hot for me to suddenly start running (not to mention way too late in my non-running career for that to be a good idea in general).  So, while I usually enjoy good conversations with my fellow walkers, this was going to be a much more contemplative experience.

Turns out I had a great walk.  It's amazing the things you notice when you're not running your mouth.  I picked the shady side of the street and set off.   There was so much activity on this hot morning -- there were squirrel capers and a never-ending bird chorus punctuated by an occasional dog greeting.  Gardens were blooming, and there was often the scent of flowers in the air.  (At one point there was also the scent of Krispy Kreme in the air and the Hot Doughnuts Now sign was lit -- however with some effort I left that behind.)  As I turned toward the Park, there were a fair number of runners suddenly -- doing one of the prep runs for the Peachtree Road Race.  And as I made my way of the Park, the Green Market vendors were setting out their wares -- fruits and vegetables that looked so good.

As we ended Morning Run at Starbucks, Laura and Tim Long joined our group over coffee and scones.  They'd participated in the prep run for the Peachtree.

It was great to see everyone!  See you next Saturday!

more on June 13

Last Saturday was indeed an adventure. With as hot and muggy as it was, we all thought Eileen had finally lost her marbles when she turned us UP one of the steepest hills in Midtown. When we got to the top, though, we understood. She took us to a construction project that is soon to be a certified green-built house. We marveled at the way Midtown is constantly changing and at how a modern, eco-wonder can nestle in perfectly at home amidst the early-century brick beauties around it. It was and is a hopeful sign that maybe we're not all going to hell in a collapsing-planet handbasket afterall.

June 12, 2010 (see change in destination Starbucks)

Ruth has lost a few people during her speed walks.  I almost lost two people before we even set off.  Sorry to Noelle and Bill for nearly leaving without you (I have readjusted my watch) when you had e-mailed to tell me you were coming to Morning run!  Note to everyone - I will always have my mobile on me so please call if you are running late - or think you might be running late.  Then we will know to wait.  404.309.2152.

We had a few runners today - Steve, Bill, John, Noelle and me.  We were almost to the park and I decided to drag everyone up the HILL on 9th to show them a house (thanks for indulging me).  We meandered through the park and exited via the farmers market.  Hot and muggy - I think Ann Stuart would have loved it.

And, even though I thought I had the Starbucks summer hours nailed down - they are back to the 10am opening.  So - until further notice we will be meeting at the 7th and Peachtree Starbucks.  Please make a note of it!  Marie and Steve somehow knew to find us there yesterday to share some caffeine.  It was wonderful to see you, both, and to hear about the wedding!  Last but not least, Kevin, Eli and Linden completed our group.  Eli did not want to pose for the camera - will have to work on that!

See you next week!

Eileen

(PS  I edit these, turn them right side up in iPhoto, and then import them into the blog - and they are sideways.  I need more iPhoto lessons.  Anyone out there an expert?)