So much to say!
The Mexico trip was awesomely amazing, but it set me back as far as running is concerned (it was worth it!)  We left early on a Saturday when I should have been doing a 12 mile run.  I had thoughts of maybe doing the 12 miles on Sunday, but a couple of hard core margaritas in the pool that afternoon (it was happy hour!) changed my mind for me.  I went out for three runs while I was in Cancun.  Each was 5 miles and each was a struggle.  It was hot, I wasn't comfortable in my surroundings, and it was hot.  I should have done another 12 miler this past weekend, but that didn't happen either.  Moving on...

I ran 5 on Monday, 5 on Tuesday, and 4 this afternoon.  I'd been watching the weather because, if you're local, you know today is about rain, and more rain.  When I got home it was merely cloudy and I raced to get into my running stuff.  I checked the radar. Rain was coming, and it looked to be heavy.  I heard the first few drops hit the kitchen vent...and decided not to go.  I changed into sweats and took the dogs out, feeling a bit cut loose.  Laundry now?   The rain didn't pick up.  I checked the radar a few more times, looked at how slowly it was moving, and threw caution to the wind.  I hurried back into my running stuff and headed out.

I wanted at least 3, preferably 4 miles before the heavy stuff hit.  For most of the run it rained very lightly.  It felt really good--the air was soothing, the mist felt good on my face, and I kept a good pace.  The heavier stuff didn't stop until I was at about the 2.5 mile point.  I decided that I would head home after 3 miles--no need to get caught in a downpour.  BUT as I came to a stop to cross the street to head home, there were cars coming.  Several cars.  I thought, why stand in the rain and wait?  To Hell With It!  I took a right and ran up the street to get the fourth mile in.

Running in the rain is exhilarating.  From the time it started to rain harder, I had a huge smile on my face.  I'm so glad I got out there when I did!  I came in, stripped out of the wet clothes, rewarded myself with a beer, and started dinner.  Get out there and do it!!