Being placed in Tier 4 was both a shock, yet somehow totally unsurprising all at the same time. So Christmas plans are in tatters - Mum & Dad will have food and drink coming out of their ears and I have to work out what I can put together at last knockings. We haven't seen Mr B's daughter and the grandkids in South Wales for over a year and no idea when we might be able to.
I'm currently waiting to see what BoJo has to say in the upcoming press conference, but I'm definitely going to run tomorrow, whatever happens. I need it for my sanity.
I really hope everyone has the best Christmas possible, that we all stay safe and healthy and manage to fit in a run or three over the festive season. If you are currently on the IC then I wish you the speediest of recoveries.
Fingers crossed we can stay safe and healthy whilst we wait for the vaccine to be rolled out - this is the main thing after all.
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So sorry to hear your Christmas plans have been wrecked, I imagine there will be so many others with either no food or too much. It's weird how we can be shocked and not surprised at the same time, I felt much the same.Keep on running, keep smiling and we'll get through.
Well said. Running is still a freedom we have. Have a good but different Christmas - Christmas Day 10k? Now that would be different and special. Happy running 🤗
That will be a lovely way to start your new year. I’ve done 8 runs of 10k or more so far this month, not quite sure what I’m trying to prove 🤣 maybe that this is something I have control over🤔 maybe not😂
Similarly, today was my first lie-in for a while. The weather was yuk, and I really didn't have any enthusiasm for getting out today, which has knocked my schedule out somewhat.
Hi nowster, it was a case for me today of "down memory lane", I went to the same place that I ran, run 3 of week 5 of C25K, I didn't run today but walked the exact same course, for you, don't lie-in too often, but today you deserved a lie-in as the weather was as you say 'yuk' 😊
Yes it certainly was yuk.I had a trip to the dentist first thing this morning - so wouldn't have run early in any case but I had to force myself out of the door for a 2k walk to get some fresh air at 3pm this afternoon
I'm going out tomorrow even if it's tipping down. I need it.
I just drained down the central heating system sufficient to put some Fernox F3 cleaner fluid in it, and then re-filled it. I'll let that circulate for a week, then fully drain the system, and refill with some inhibitor.
I can't be sure the guys who replaced the last bits of lead pipe (and also changed out the ancient "primatic" hot water cylinder and single-fill header tank) back in January had put in any inhibitor. They certainly didn't flush out the system back then.
I've also bought a new central heating circulator pump because the current one is getting quite noisy. It's over 15 years old. I'll replace it when I drain and refill next week.
Hopefully, this will preempt any need for an emergency plumber visit over Christmas. 🤞
The whole system probably needs a power flush when the weather gets warmer.
I’m glad I’m not the only one who didn’t feel like running today and I’m only starting Week 2 🥲. The world is upside down, so depressing I’m running tomorrow, I am, I am, I am ! I need it for my head too.
So sorry to hear that, it's such horrible times. Do try to push yourself out the door. Running is the only thing that's kept me sane in 2020.And from tomorrow the days get longer! 😊
Yay! The days are getting longer. Brilliant! See there is always something positive - you just have to look for it.Running has certainly been instrumental in preserving my sanity this year.I am definitely going out tomorrow - even if it is chucking down.
Sorry your Christmas plans are messed up. Plans are changing on an hourly basis now. I didn’t run at all last week. And today it was raining. I put it off all day. But went and ran 5K at 4:30. Glad I did now. I hope you enjoy your run tomorrow and have a very Special Christmas. I’m watching Elf to get into the spirit.
Well done on your 5k. I know you have been struggling lately too. We will survive.Am watching a documentary about Marcus Rashford and feeding Britain's children. Compelling viewing. Such a wonderful young man and just puts things into perspective.
I too am in Tier 4 and was devastated when I heard about it. We have decided to make the most of Christmas on our own. I am going to eat mince pies on the beach washed down with a glass of wine even if it’s pouring with rain. I am hoping to run on Christmas Day or Boxing Day and spend the rest of the time cuddled up watching something nice on the TV. I hope you feel happier soon, Merry Christmas and let’s hope 2021 is a better year xxx
Mince pies and wine on the beach sounds fantastic!We will have a lovely Christmas dinner just the two of us and maybe a walk in the woods and hopefully a run on Christmas Eve and Boxing day.
I'm sure 2021 will be better for all of us.
Happy Christmas and happy running
That’s such a lot of disappointment Bird lady, tough times indeed, we have running on our side and each other for support, stay hopeful, take good care and keeeeep running 🤗🎄
Thanks and yes running has been my saviour this year for sure. That and all the amazing encouragement and unconditional support from everyone on here.I fully intend to keep running for as long as I am able.
Thank you for such positive inspiration. Like you Birdlady, been lacking motivation. Not run since last Monday, although that was a 10k! I've promised myself I will make it up as I am off all over christmas and there won't be anything else to do!!I did decorate my cake though! It's gonna take a while to eat it! As no family gathering. I was going to attach a pic but can't see how!
I am so glad I have running though as I feel mental health being tested here.
Hope everyone manages to have a Happy safe Christmas. Xxx
I'm sorry to hear your Christmas plans have been scuppered with everything that's going on. There'll be a lot of people on this forum, me included, sharing your sentiments and I think it's absolutely fine to recognise that some days, you simply just don't feel like running. I hope you manage to make the most of the festive season and all the best to you too for a safe and healthy New Year
It's been a tough few days hasn't it. We weren't even planning to meet family indoors in the first place, but we now can't even meet up inside. I hope you manage to get some runs in. I think some days it all gets to you doesn't it.
We have to learn to accept that we're going to feel down now and then I fear. We're all in this together and the forum is a blessing.Take care - I've posted a pic of my new dog, but I will definitely run tomorrow!
What can I say? so many Christmases have changed at the last minute, I’m sorry to hear yours has, I hope you can get out and run off some of your frustration Wishing you strong legs to keep you going long enough to clear your mind and loud music to sing 🎶 to
I'm feeling more upbeat today despite waking to yet more grey murk. A run later will clear the cobwebs for sure.Take care both of you and have the best Christmas you can 😘
Thank you, and you too, we might have to resort to the last resort night shift on Christmas eve, sadly I’m the last resort, but someone else might I sent off some begging emails last night
Fingers crossed for you 🤞I have 2 weeks off now - the university gave all it's staff an extra 2 days holiday over Christmas this year which was nice. Hopefully I will be able to fit in a few less time-pressured runs in my time away from the laptop,
Ahh BL that’s sad news. I hope you can find a way to enjoy Christmas in some way, and that your parents are able to make use of all the food. 🤞🎄
This year can do one. No one has enjoyed it and we all want to move on.
At least we have our running, even though some days it’s hard to get out. I’ve had shockers on my last couple of runs in this foul weather but didn’t give up. We’ll get through this. 🥰
It is so hard when the rug is pulled under from you - its not like it hasn't happened a lot already this year...I find it hard to get out there running at the moment too but it always feels a big slice of freedom has been given back to me when I do get out so I'm going to lace up those shoes today. Thank you for you post, keep safe and very best wishes for Christmas. Good Running!
I feel your pain. It feels so right yet so wrong. Never have I enjoyed the fresh air so much. When we do finally get do see family and friends it will be with a whole new sense of appreciation. While we wait, take care.
Thanks so much. You are absolutely right. It makes us realise what truly matters in life doesn't it.Hoping to add a little something to the 2020 Challenge later today
Oh Birdlady this is do tough isn't it. I really hope your run helps - I'm sure it will. When you feel down and the weather's rubbish it's hard to get out there but it will take the edge off the sadness at least for a while.
Just caught up with you Birdlady and sorry to hear about your Christmas plans 😬 I won't be sorry to say goodbye to 2020. My family are hoping to be able to celebrate Easter together, and go the whole hog at that point. Sending hugs and best wishes and looking forward to being with you in a virtual sense on your running journey in 2021 🤗
Me too ! 2021 has to be better.An Easter celebration sounds a fabulous idea. Hopefully we may have broken the back of things by then.Very best wishes to you and your family and looking forward to many happy miles next year 😘
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