kalispell, montana | 5k "a run through history"

As I rolled into Kalispell this morning, I couldn't help but notice the semi-organized group of runners stretching, chatting and lingering about. I decided to head over for a closer look. Low and behold, they were about to embark on Kalispell's 1st annual 5K run to benefit the Downtown Improvement Project. Only $20 and it doesn't even start til 11:30 -- I'm early! They let me register on the spot. I haven't worn my running sneakers in 2-1/2 months but I knew I had them somewhere! Nice thing about traveling with a camper – you have everything with you – sort of! Still amazing how I seem to still lose so much stuff, or as I like to call it, "temporarily misplace"! I was like Superman ducking into a phone booth to change, except my "phone booth" is a camper (about the size of phone booth). I did a quick houdini switch into my running gear and I was ready to go! Funny moment, especially for the people watching!

I didn't do very well (10:27/M), but it doesn't matter at all because it wasn't about my "time". I had a blast, and I got a great little tour of downtown Kalispell! Note to self, take off beaded anklet before running next time! ooowwww

The essence of pleasure is spontaneity! ~ Germaine Greer

Me, post race! VERY chilly!! Nearby Browning, MT already got 4" of snow yesterday morning! Nothing like a "brisk" run to wake your #ss up!!

Gotta love a race that's sponsored by a beer company! That's the way we roll in Montana!! haha