never too much of an independent spirit

I give you Mr. Rogers…breakdancing.

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:08:12 -0400

I give you Mr. Rogers…breakdancing.

2headedsnake: Zaky Arifin

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:55:46 -0400

2headedsnake:

Zaky Arifin

Running Log, Part 12

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:37:00 -0400

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Distance: Three miles

Start time: 2:21PM

End time: 2:49PM

Total time: 28 minutes

Weather: 72 degrees, sunny and bright, a little breeze

Today I decided to run at The Nick, a sports field in Wolfeboro, NH. I figured that running on the track would be a nice change from my usual route. I also wanted to feel out running three miles, as opposed to my normal two. It went so well! It was so nice running on a flat surface that wasn’t pavement. The track floor has a nice bounce to it that dirt and pavement just don’t give me. Plus, not having to go uphill made this run so peaceful! I kept a strong pace the whole way through and I was able to keep track of my exact distance. And the weather was gorgeous! There were some children playing in the playground nearby, which provided a nice soundtrack along with the whistling birds from the woods. The run just made me feel really good about life. I’ll have to go to The Nick more often!

Running Log, Part 11

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:24:21 -0400

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Distance: A little over two miles

Start time: 11:47AM

End time: 12:11PM

Total time: 24 minutes

Weather: 67 degrees, cloudy, cold, and rainy

My best time yet! I have my brother Benny to thank for this because he joined me on my run today, and I’m sure that his long legs and track and field experience pushed me a bit. The same thing happened last week when I ran with my father. I should try to run with other people more often. Though it was a bit chilly out, the rain felt great and the run was nice. Maybe I can convince Benny to do the 5K with me…

Mad Men

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:07:09 -0400

I can’t stop watching it!

Running Log, Part 10

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:12:26 -0400

Monday, June 17, 2013

Distance: A little over two miles

Start time: 11:33AM

End time: 12:01PM

Total time: 28 minutes

Weather: 77 degrees, sunny, slight breeze

It’s starting to feel like summer! Today’s run was bright and sunny. A good way to start my week.

Rest in Peace Theresa

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:16:35 -0400

Rest in Peace Theresa:

She was one of the first Sodexo workers I met my freshman year and she always loved listening to Surround Sound rehearse and perform in the Hill. Thank you for being a constant presence during my Stonehill career, Theresa. Your sass always made me smile. Rest in peace.

Anyone want to do this 5K with me??

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:21:46 -0400

Anyone want to do this 5K with me??

Photo

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:14:44 -0400

Running Log, Part 9

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:18:00 -0400

Friday, June 14, 2013

Distance: A little over two miles

Start time: 6:07PM

End time: 6:35PM

Total time: 28 minutes

Weather: 67 degrees, sunny

Good run. Good week.

Looks. So. Good.

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:07:01 -0400

Looks. So. Good.

Running Log, Part 8

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:05:45 -0400

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Distance: A little over two miles

Start time: 6:15ishPM

End time: 6:45ishPM

Total time: I forgot to check the exact start and end times

Weather: 65 degrees, cloudy and rainy

My poppa joined me on my run today! He’s about 6’1” so his stride was a bit longer than mine, which made me pick up the pace a bit. Though it was pouring rain, it was nice having a running partner to push me a little harder than if I was running alone. Unfortunately, I didn’t think to time this run, so I don’t have any actual evidence that the run was faster. Then again, it was nice keeping it a mystery. This was a really refreshing run. Plus, no more blister. Suck it. But not really.

Running Log, Part 7 and a half

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:25:53 -0400

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Distance: About four miles

Start time: 2:30PM

End time: 4:something PM

Total time: The perfect amount of time

Weather: 61 degrees, slightly cloudy

Just wanted to add this to the record! A couple hours after my run today, my cousin texted me about going on a hike. The rain had stopped so I figured why not! We had been trying to plan a time to hike Mt. Major for the past week and she’s leaving for South Carolina soon, so we jumped on the opportunity. Mt. Major is located in Alton, NH and it’s a beautiful, moderate hike with lots of brooks, rocks, and (in today’s case) some muddy paths. We went up the Brook Trail and went down the Boulder Loop Trail. The view was spectacular, reminding us how gorgeous Lake Winnipesaukee actually is. Made me love New Hampshire all over again.

Today was a good day for outdoor activity.

Running Log, Part 7

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:30:00 -0400

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Distance: A little over 2 miles

Start time: 11:51AM

End time: 12:20PM

Total time: 29 minutes

Weather: 63 degrees, cloudy, rainy

It was a solid run, despite the fact that it start raining and a small blister formed on my right foot. The rain was refreshing, though. No complaints. Still looking for a 5K to do this summer.

"We praise people for being “naturally” smart, too, “naturally” athletic, and etc. But studies..."

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:33:41 -0400

“We praise people for being “naturally” smart, too, “naturally” athletic, and etc. But studies continue to show, as they have for some time now, that it is generally healthier to praise schoolchildren for being hardworking, than for being naturally gifted. We know now that to emphasize a child’s inherent ability places pressure on that child to continue to be accidentally talented, which is something that is hard for anyone to control. When the children who are applauded for their natural skills fail, they are shown to take the failure very personally. After all, the process of their success has always seemed mysterious and basic and inseparable from the rest of their identity, so it must be they who are failing as whole people. When students are instead complimented and rewarded for their effort and improvement, they tend to not be so hard on themselves. When they fail, they reason, “Well, I’ll work harder next time.” They learn that they are capable of success, rather than constantly automatically deserving of it, and they learn simultaneously that they are bigger and more complex than their individual successes or failures.”

- Kate of Eat the Damn Cake, The Stupidity of “Natural” Beauty (x)

blua: Becky Comber via Lustik. Artists on tumblr

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:14:36 -0400

blua:

Becky Comber via Lustik .

Artists on tumblr

"If a writer falls in love with you, you can never die."

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:42:31 -0400

““If a writer falls in love with you, you can never die.””

- Unknown (via cameronjohn)

Running Log, Part 6

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:37:39 -0400

Monday, June 10, 2013

Distance: A little over 2 miles

Start time: 11:30AM

End time: 11:58AM

Total time: 28 minutes

Weather: 69 degrees, partly cloudy, cool breeze

It was an okay run. Still getting back into the routine.

Loved the Tony’s this year! Now I need to get to New York...

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:25:27 -0400

Loved the Tony’s this year! Now I need to get to New York and see all of these shows (especially Kinky Boots)!

"You aren’t so sure that you’re into this. Someone keeps trying to rope you into being normal and..."

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:12:00 -0400

“You aren’t so sure that you’re into this. Someone keeps trying to rope you into being normal and you can’t seem to go along with the gag. I’m here to tell you that no matter how much sense it makes to try to be like everyone else, you are too much of an independent spirit to even think of it. If they keep plying you with promises of future security, let them know that they’re off the beam. Your security doesn’t depend on turning yourself into a carbon copy of everyone who’s taken that route and lost their spirit.”

- Unknown