This morning as I headed out for my morning run (one whole hour later than I usually step outside), I felt good. My legs certainly needed some shaking out, the sun was bright in the sky, temperature low at about 50 degrees, and I just had that positive feeling in my bones that makes you feel light and joyous.
Everything was perfect. Until I got to the tracks, and there was a train. And the train was not moving. I have had a few encounters with this train in the last few months, and one would assume that I remember it will be there right around seven o’clock every morning! But I have yet to remember this mildly important fact, and frequently find myself on an adventure to “get around” the train and down to the waterfront. Today, I decided I would go over the Broadway Bridge Ramp at Lovejoy, and back down onto Broadway for a little variety. The lights were not in my favor, so I ended up crossing the bridge.
And apparently, I was on the wrong side, as herds of bikes passed me… I was going upstream. Possibly an annoyance for the many people on wheels pedaling their way to work, but I was overjoyed – I had the best view:


I ended my run back in the neighborhood – cutting it short at 4 miles instead of 5 (tiny pangs of guilt for not doing my planned number of miles, and truthfully – overall, I’m happy I got outside!). I walked the last couple blocks to my favorite coffee shop.

This morning was so gorgeous; I feel like it has been weeks since I was able to capture a few great photos, and today… I feel like I got my Mojo back. 🙂
How do you deal with road blocks? Do you wait for them to clear, or stride out on a new path?
Here’s hoping tomorrow’s potentially adventurous route brings another batch of beauty to behold.
~Alaina
I used to live in Portland. Love it so much. I’m running my first marathon out there in October! Love all your photos.
That is great! Maybe I’ll see you out there (amidst thousands of other participants). 🙂 I have heard from many that Portland is a great first marathon, and I’m taking it on for my third! Love your photos, too. Beautiful!