Running With Perseverance

This week I felt the energy and hope I didn’t feel at the start of the new year. I know having a new president and new administration isn’t going to change things overnight, but it still feels like a breath of fresh air.

How I get fresh air in my basement gym.

That Kamala Harris is our Vice President. That Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez and Garth Brooks performed at the inauguration. That I could see the fireworks out an upstairs window during Katy Perry’s performance at the Lincoln Memorial. It was a day of celebration like we haven’t been able to have this past year.

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Last week I had to go into the office for the first time since March, to pick up a new laptop. I made plans to go in early and run the Reflecting Pool loop I’ve missed so much. After the riots at the Capitol I was hesitant, but decided not to let the terrorists win. I’m pleased to report that the monuments are still standing, but I can’t say the same for myself ….

View of the Capitol from the Washington Monument

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Well, the optimism of a new year sure didn’t last long. The D.C. government was worried enough about Wednesday to ask people to stay home (our office was closed), but somehow those in charge of protecting the Capitol–and the people inside–didn’t get the message. I am having a hard time processing the week that was, and steeling myself for the weeks ahead.

The view from the other side, taken in more precedented times.

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