my wish list

Since this is a running blog, I'll start my wish list with what I will be needing (and am fancying) because of this vice.

1. another pair of running shoes. because my adizero needs company. and i need a spare as i'll be doing more mileage than usual.  the adidas supernova adapt looks good.
2. a garmin. haven't i lusted over this long enough?
3. and the accessories of course:

• hydration belt 
• visor  
• headband
• socks  
• track jacket  
• duffel bag to put all those stuff in. 

Now outside running, here's what I hope to receive:

1. suitcase.maybe i'm over my backpack days. uhm, nah, i guess i just can't pack light on some trips. preferably in easy-to-spot-on-luggage-carousel colors (e.g., red, orange, or green).
2. silver earrings. studs or small hoops. because i'm low-key like that.
3. sunblock. because we've got lots of sun on this side of the world. 
4. scents. from lotions to body sprays. nothing too strong. i like fragrances reminding me of cucumbers, seas, and someone just fresh from the shower. bath & body works is nice.
5. spa/salon gift certificate. someone who's been working too hard deserves lotsa pampering.
6. a vacation. hello relatives from san pablo and sg, hello friends from leyte and dumaguete! i need a sponsor for board and lodging. fare, too. :)
7. gym membership. ha! who'd have thought i would want to be in one. i just love the outdoors. but now with all these threats of typhoon and all, i realized how convenient gyms can be.
8. wallet. mine is getting too shabby. something in some funky color so it won't get lost in the mess inside my bag. you can also include cash. =)
    
9. kindle.
10. discovery channel magazine subscription.
11. jackets in denim or just something i can use to cover up when i'm too dressed-up for a jeepney or trike commute. these look cute:

•  True Religion Womens Denim Jimmy Jacket, Thunder River, Medium
• Sanctuary Clothing Womens Belted Uniform Jacket, Brown Olive, Small
• Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Military Jacket - Quartz Gray XS
• Metrostyle Metro Blues Stretch Jean Jacket

That's all for now folks. Now don't tell me I didn't give you a clue what I want for Christmas.Or as pasalubong when you dear relatives abroad come over for a vacation. Hehe.

Registered for my first 21k!

Oh dear God, help!  I have finally registered for my first 21k. Where else...but through the streets and colors of Cebu this January 9!

Aaack, just the thought of it makes me uneasy and anxious (think 10 times the worry when preparing for a major job interview). I need all the luck I can get. Training, too. But I just learned I need a tooth extracted soon so  that's missing a lot of training days. Boo hoo.

What's Grander Than...

What's grander than finally convincing my brother to regularly lace up and run?

When he has become so enthused in the activity that he keeps me updated of his weekly mileage (and I can't help but compare it to mine).  Maybe I'll lag way behind him in the next race; maybe he'll look so lean the next time I see him that I'll think I was the couch potato. I start to worry.

Now I've got another reason to continue pounding the pavement.

And they say worrying is bad for you.

Rundae Photos (2nd batch)

For easy uploading, I compressed the photos. I can give you a copy of the orig. If you ask nicely. :)