It feels odd to be coming to the Runfessional before Halloween–how am I going to be absolved of trick-or-treat transgressions?–but since November is my birthday month, I definitely want to get it started on the right foot and cleanse my sole(s) with October Runfessions.
October Runfessions
I runfess that as much as I love fall running, I am having a hard time getting out of bed on the weekends. I’ve been hitting snooze and getting up with sun–which means I miss the sunrise. I really wish I could have it both ways!
I runfess that after reading Wendy’s post about ways runners cheat, I wonder if I cheat by running with Scooby. While he’s getting better on the leash, he still pulls and I definitely run faster trying to keep up!
Back-to-back runs with and without Scooby.
I runfess that even though I promised at our last coffee date to stop complaining about the woman who hogs the gym locker room, I have to share what happened last week.
There are three showers. She had the handicapped one staked out like this (like she does every day). The second shower next to it was like this–light off, door ajar. The third shower next to it was in use.
I got ready take a shower–including taking off my glasses–stepped into the second shower to hang up my towel, and she was in there showering! In the dark. With the door ajar.
I apologized, but was so confused, I actually asked if she was using the other shower too! She managed to confirm that she wasn’t, so I threw her towels on the floor to make room for mine, and used the shower. Since there was another person using the locker room, I couldn’t avoid her as much as I usually do, but she seem more annoyed at me than aware that maybe she shouldn’t occupy two of the three sinks or try to get dressed where I need to stand to dry my hair–no, I can’t move over more because the cord isn’t long enough. I runfess, there may be a showdown coming!
I runfess that I have no more races on my calendar, but I am eyeing the Jingle All The Way 15K in December.
the 2017 Jingle All The Way hat
I runfess that while I’m not usually drawn in by bling I love that they have a race hat instead of a shirt, and this year’s medal looks pretty amazing.
Make sure you start November on the right foot by joining Deborah and me for the November Ultimate Coffee Date next weekend. We’ll open the (link-up) doors on Friday, and keep the coffee brewing all weekend.
Are you doing an Halloween runs or going to any Halloween parties this weekend?
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OMG, you and Marcia’s locker room stories take the cake! I’ve never heard of a shower hogger but that had to be just plain creepy walking in on her!
I hadn’t considered running with a dog as cheating. Hmmm. I don’t think so.
I was so stunned! As for Scooby, if I had skates on, he’d be doing all the work. 😉
Cute hat. It’s nice when races offer something else rather than another race shirt.
I kinda love your locker room stories, hahaha. I feel like a showdown needs to happen with this lady–she doesn’t seem to have any inkling of consideration in her!
That hat is so cute!
I do enjoy your locker room stories! I am not sure I would have as much patience with this woman as you do. Maybe you should hide her clothes or something?! Look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
OMG what a rude woman! It seems like you and Marcia have some really “unique” people in your gym locker rooms. You handled the situation very well though!
You should totally sign up for the Jingle all the Way 5K! I’m a sucker for all of the holiday themed races!
Ok this gets two 3-letter expletives: OMG WTF??? I’d be SO pissed at that hog! A showdown NEEDS to happen. Geez. I’d consider Scooby a pace bunny and call it good. If they can use them in marathons certainly you are not cheating. I too would be all over that holiday hat and I runfess I’d end up not wearing it. Haha!
I #runfess I haven’t worn the hat I got last year, but I still like having it. 😉
You and Marcia with your locker room stories might win the linkup. When did manners go DOA?
When in November are you? I’m the 23rd.
Off to read Wendy’s as I missed that one.
I’m tempted to do a Florida race because of the bling — a Santa suit. We’ll see
Wait, how can a Florida race have a Santa suit prize — or maybe they are giving them away because they are too hot to wear there?
My bday is Nov. 16. 🙂
Wow! I guess it’s a good thing I don’t have a gym membership, I would probably just end up leaving angry. I like Deborah’s suggestion about hiding her clothes. Lol!
I like the hat thing too. I say do it!
Wow! Lights off and door open means no one’s using it, especially if she has her stuff in another shower! I’d say a showdown needs to happen.
It was so bizarre. I can’t figure out why she did that.
I wouldn’t say that running with Scooby is cheating. When you run with him his pulling forces your legs to turn over faster which in turn is a good way train leg turn over speed.
I like your scientific justification!
I would run a 15k just to get that hat! I run a 3 hour timed race in January each year, and was so excited to find out that this year’s premium is a hat. I have 2 cotton long-sleeved shirts from the race, which I love (I don’t wear them to run in) and a zippered hoodie.
And your locker room woman is just rude! If there is a confrontation, please write about it. I want to hear about her getting her just desserts! 😀
All these locker room stories make me laugh, and shake my head at the same time. Thankfully, I don’t go to a gym to have to witness any such behavior in person…I’d probably stew in silence (because I’m not a confrontational gal). But, ugh. I’m always amazed at the lack of common courtesy or consideration some people exhibit.
Obviously, I avoid confrontation too — and take it all out here
OMG what is the deal with this woman and the showers?!? You have definitely shown more patience than I think I could have. A showdown is a comin’!
Luckily our paths haven’t crossed this week. It doe make me seethe.
This locker room lady is crazy? I’m personally annoyed with her now!! Have you complained about her? If nothing else, the fact that she is wasting water is a big deal!!