Today is one of those days I want to preserve. It started off well and is ending perfectly. I am happy to report that I ran eight miles today – the longest I’ve run in six years. I am beyond excited, especially because my time was right in line with what I want.

Before my run, I was craving a bagel and decided to go with my gut. I considered oatmeal but this was a nice pre-run choice. I also had small mug of coffee.

I ran on the Georgetown Branch Trail today, which is part of the Capital Crescent Trail. I ran to the next town over and back, which seemed crazy at the time (running to another town completely). I guess when the town is only 4 miles away it’s not that absurd-sounding. I have to be honest that this run felt so good. I only started really feeling tired around mile 7 or so, which makes me feel good about the 1/2.

I ran eight miles in one hour and 23 minutes. Huzzah!

I was overwhelmed by the amount of calories I burned. Yikes. 784?? Crazy.

While I was out busting my butt running, Scone did what he does best. Gosh, he’s so cute when he curls up like that. I like to call it “cuddle-bugging.”

Around 2 p.m., I had the pretty much the same lunch I had yesterday, except I added a little mixed greens to my beans and used turkey instead of a chicken patty in my sandwich. I had intended on using bread but naan was all we had – and it is so good!

I spent the rest of the day working on some items for school + some special outside projects (to be featured on the blog soon!). We went grocery shopping, and then for dinner I made a new creation.

Salmon Pasta Salad with Spinach, White Beans and Cucumbers

For the sauce, I used a mixture of olive oil, various spices, garlic, lime (the secret ingredient) and capers.

I often struggle when it comes to “making up a recipe on the fly,” especially in terms of spices and sauces, but this one was certainly a winner for my tastebuds.

Perhaps I’ll post the recipe, if anyone’s interested?

Shoot, I need to get back to writing. I have a piece due in Experimental Forms tomorrow, and I’m not sure it’s as experimental as it needs to be. We shall see…

How was the weekend?