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-3 & a rewarding 5.2k run with a clear view of the Rocky Mountains. Farewell beautiful Canada πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦where I have learned to dig a little deeper in my runs. Farewell to my family whom I love beyond words😍

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Oh wow..that is so beautiful...happy memories and fond farewells. Back home refreshed and revitalised xxx

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Thanks Oldfloss I ran at one point next to a wall & the sun posted my shadow... yes I was putting into action βœ…

....head, shoulders 🀣 Thank you!!

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SueAppleRunGraduate

Safe journey and welcome home Annie

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

Thank you 😊 will be 🏠 on Wed & hopefully a short run on Thursday to help the jetlag! As you will understand I am looking forward to the sea!!

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SueAppleRunGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

The sea is lovely but so cold at the moment

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Buddy34Graduate

Beautiful photo Annieapple, you've had great runs in Canada and loved the time with your family. Safe journey πŸ€—πŸ€—

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toBuddy34

Thanks Buddy πŸ₯°

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SaskAlliecatGraduate

I'm glad you had a wonderful holiday (and got to experience a bit of our Canadian winters 😁). Have a safe trip home.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toSaskAlliecat

Thank you ☺️ I was here in -32 😱one February but that was long before I was a runner. Canada is beautiful in all seasons for all reasons! ⛄️ 🦌 πŸ” β˜€οΈ

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SaskAlliecatGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

This was much warmer thankfully!

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DebstonGraduate

Wow, what a landscape! It's got to be adieu, rather than farewell, am sure that you will be back!

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toDebston

I hope so Debston! Xx

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apatsyfGraduate

Ah, Canada is so beautiful and hard to leave, especially with family over there. I have relations in Vancouver and am looking forward to being able to run over there next time I visit, but that won't be in ice and snow! Welcome back to ploughing through the mire over here....β˜”πŸšœ

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toapatsyf

Vancouver is simply stunning & Vancouver Island too. We had a lovely few days there one Summer😊

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GrannyhugsGraduate

Oh, so sad for you leaving them. But I know you have plans for visiting other family so all is good. Safe trip home when the time comes. Take care

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toGrannyhugs

You understand my heart! Thank you xx

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GrannyhugsGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

Always πŸ’“

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2Tired2RunGraduate

What an amazing and totally fantastic running experience and all whilst having a lovely family visit. Wtg πŸ‘πŸ˜ƒπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ. Hope you have a good journey home.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply to2Tired2Run

Thank you 😊 How are your consolidation runs going?

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2Tired2RunGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

I've been mixing it up so far, as I've been using a treadmill because of the dreadful weather we've had in uk ... I'm sooo not a fan of wet 🌧. Strangely I'm finding the treadmill more demanding on my legs! Plus a couple of longer runs outside - including one 5k but with 2 walking breaks and one with my younger dog .... who was great. I love joffling outside ... inside is a means to an end tbh. Looking into trying some of the C25K+ podcasts soon as I'm missing the structure of the plan. You've been doing brilliantly .... amazing what you have achieved πŸ‘πŸ˜ƒ. Thanks for asking.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply to2Tired2Run

Sounds great! It’s good to have the option of the treadmill but even better to have a dog to enjoy the great outdoors with you! My next target is a parkrun. Feel ready for it now. Xx

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2Tired2RunGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

You'll absolutely smash it, I'm sure and have a great time into the bargain. It's on my list but for the new year.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply to2Tired2Run

πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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MummyTumGraduate

5.2k - awesome πŸ˜€ And what a dramatic and beautiful backdrop.

Safe trip home - we’ll be glad to have you back among us Annie πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ But holding you in heart and mind as you say farewell to loved ones x

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toMummyTum

Aah thank you so much πŸ€—πŸ˜

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OldgirlrunsGraduate

Fab photo Annieapple! What a lovely time you’ve had - and more trips planned for the future! Your family will miss you I’m sure, as you will miss them - but I bet there are some great memories to cling on to! Safe home - and happy running!

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toOldgirlruns

Much appreciated!! πŸ₯°

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RunningMigsterGraduate

What amazing scenery to run through.

Hope you enjoyed every minute of it

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toRunningMigster

I have thanks 😊 !!

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JaccaGraduate

Simply beautiful Annieapple !! Glad you enjoyed time with the family and had some wonderful and scenic runs! πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toJacca

Appreciate that Jacca😊

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SallysensibleshoesGraduate

Safe trip home Annie. I feel for you, the wrench of leaving family.

Hope the jet lag isn’t too bad, and you can get back into your running routine easily. Take care x

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toSallysensibleshoes

Aah thanks so much Sally xx

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GetfitokGraduate

Glad you’ve had such a wonderful time. Safe journey home. 😊🐾🐾🐾

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toGetfitok

🀣 escaped that bear! Thanks 😊

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Run46Graduate

Safe journey Annie, you may find it a tad warmer here...was 8 whole degrees today and dry, perfect for a run!

Happy homecoming πŸ πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ‘

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toRun46

😊 Thank you for this lovely welcome! In transit in Amsterdam. Raining β˜”οΈ here!

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Run46Graduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

I can't make any promises about the UK either πŸ˜‰πŸŒ§

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Lifluf

It's really hard when family are so far away isn't it. I find goodbyes get harder. Well done for running in such cold conditions.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toLifluf

Yes... feel quite bereft😒 & you are right the partings become more painful. However I always love coming home & have much to be thankful for. We are a close family & keep in touch on WhatsApp etc

How are you doing with your runs?

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Liflufβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

Not doing quite as many as I should as the tracks round me are very wet and slippery at the moment but doing at least one 5k per week. Still slow but maybe doing a fast snail now 😊

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toLifluf

That’s great! I love 🐌 running! So enjoyable!

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