Why Do I Even Try ..... ?

.... planning anything.

If you have followed this blog for any length of time - one thing is clear. LIFE HAPPENS!

In big and little ways nothing I ever plan happens the way I try for it to spring life, sprout, fly or spring forth anything ( I can make good Spring Rolls though). For several years I try so hard to get ALL the races in each year. I have some that are must do's. I have some I would really like to do. I have others - I have no idea why I do them, other than it is local (Do I really need to run the many variations on the Hoover Dam Tunnels races again!). Yet, toooooo many times I end up running the local events (most of them are not good ie not only Hoover Dam ones, but Vegas RR at night) more than I care. Let's face it - no travel, less money and - well - they are here. Not much time needed other than show up and do it. However, most local races here, are at best a pass. A maybe next year thing.

 I LOVE traveling for races due to the above and - well - who doesn't love a good roadtrip? We love doing weekend getaways. Hit a new eating place along the way, stay in a Hotel for a night or two (which the kids love) and well that feeling you had a mini-vacation from the daily grind. Plus, a race! :)

 This weekend was to be Arizona RR weekend. Easy peazy 4 hour drive to Phoenix. Hang out in the Valley of the Sun, nice MLK weekend away with the Fam. NOPE! Again, two years in a row, I will be a no show. Two years in a row paying for the registration and no racing for the dough. However, much I really kinda like the State of AZ - I just think it and running are just not happening for me (Tucson Marathon Fail). We heart Sedona, The Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and Flagstaff area. Yet, for all the sense of well being there - I am striking out when it comes to their races. Yes, I will even say, there were many things I liked about Tucson. Even though that race was my worst ever running experience.

Anyway, we have a family event that has popped up. Important stuff. Far more than me pathetically trying to find my way running around the streets of The Valley of the Sun. Yep, there are things and events more important than my running. Especially, when it involves one of my kiddos. So, NO hesitation in me saying - maybe next year AZ RR - again.

We will be in Carlsbad though the following weekend. That race is one of the MUST ones each year now. As far as the Calender goes - here it is:

Carlsbad, Ca. HM - Jan.

Surf City Huntington Beach, Ca. HM - Feb.

San Diego Petco Park HM - March

Orange County Marathon - May

Seattle Rock & Roll HM - June

San Francisco HM - July

Disneyland HM - Sept.

Long Beach, Ca. Marathon - Oct.

Tucson Marathon - Dec. (Yeah, that's right!)

Yes, you are correct - there is no April, August or November event. Any suggestions? I am open? We love to travel/roadtrip. I will also being doing at least three 5K's with my wife and kids this year as well. I promised. :) Oh, I am sure there will be at least ONE Hoover Dam Tunnels race/course through the year as well. There has to be.

In case you are wondering - the streak continues. Every day thus far. My next posting will be more on that topic. The things I have learned since starting this halfway to crazy idea. Have a great ..... whatever!!

Cheers!