Couldn't ask for better weather this morning! Low 50's, no wind. Just perfect! Met up with Allison for a great run. She did almost 5 mi. with me and only had to stop once. We kept just under 10 min. miles. This is really good progress, she is used to only running 3 miles and stopping a few times throughout. 10 min. miles felt like an easy treat today after running under 9 on my recent training runs. After I dropped Allison off I ran 8:44 for my last mile. I see light at the end of the slow tunnel. I think if I stay consistent with a at least 2 runs on my own (not chatting with friends) a week close and keep it close to 8:30 pace I will get faster right? I think I'd just gotten lazy in my training and thought I could just go out & run without much of a plan. After vacation I'll treat myself to some new Mizunos, these will have over 500 miles on them. I'm so glad Steve got me in these shoes, they've been great! | 