girl's best friend.

we unexpectedly and abruptly lost a friend last week.

moose, my sisters dog and my niece's best friend. 

he was a good boy, who loved to chase after a rolling grape on the floor, who "sang" his heart out, and was wary of hardwood and shiny kitchen floors.

he was more than a pet, he was a buddy and family member and we all miss him terribly. 

we love you moosie.  you are always with us in our hearts.

i'm alive.

summer is swinging on by.  it's been hot!  running is going ok, it could be better, and i am doing what i can.  my next half marathon is in disneyland, and a month away!  training could be much better, but i am doing what i can with how i feel.  i am also looking at this race with one goal.  to enjoy it and take it all in.  i will walk if i have to.  i am not out to set new pr's or anything like that.  i just hope i don't tucker out!

all in all, things are ok.