And run I did. The sun came out today. It was marvelous!
Apparently, the sun inspired me. I had the best times for first and second mile in several months. I guess I was just ready to get out there this morning. After my run, I went to town and wandered through Hobbit Land with my friend again. The stream was rushing so loudly after the last few days that we couldn't even hear each other.
My dad and I have seasonal disorder. I believe it is because we spent so much time outside. From early spring to early fall, we were both out working the farm. Whether or not the sun was out. So come late fall and no sun or outside exposure, we both showed signs of SAD.
For me, I pretty much want to hibernate. Eat lots of food, and sleep. This is when I put on my winter weight, which I then spend the spring and summer trying to get rid of. A vicious cycle I am trying to break this year. It is very difficult at this time of year for me to tell myself I don't need that extra cookie. I can just talk myself right into it, and maybe a few friends.
Fortunately, running keeps the scale from yelling at me too much. It also gets me out in the sun more. Normally the second it gets chilly, I turn into an indoor chick. This year I don't see as many signs of SAD. It could be the combination of both running and being outside more, but I am glad it is working!
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