The Offseason

Last weekend was my final race of the year. The dirt dog cross country championships. More importantly, it was a full 48hrs after I was off antibiotics. I am so thankful I didn’t need any operations to cut the infection out. The only remnants are three bumps/discolorations where the infection was. Fortunately, I found some good scar cream during my jaw incident that really helps. The race went OK. It was hot, my kind of weather, and I felt strong for most of the race. I cooked on the last hill but so did everyone else. That night was a great end of the year BSK party at Charisa’s. They had a pizza and I brought an ice cream cake that had a horrible melting incident. Future note, ice cream melts! It was great to see everyone relaxed and playing rock band.
This week I realized that when I am not training I don’t get to see many of my friends, so I decided to hold a little dinner party at my place. Somehow, we managed to cram 18 people inside my little apartment. Good thing we all like each other. The best part was getting Kate’s confirmation e-mail saying “to keep it simple.” Of course I will keep it simple. A couple different appetizers, a salad, a few lasagnas and two different desserts and oh yeah, keep in mind everyone’s food allergies/preferences, vegetarians, lactose/nut allergies, etc... Let’s just say I don’t do simple and entertaining well. I spent most the day cooking but it was fun. Everyone went home full and I have leftovers for the next week or two.