Marathon Monday or what you do when you're not running

For those of you who do not live in Massachusetts, Marathon Monday is a big deal. The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon. I heard Paul Revere ran it a few times. It always falls on the third Monday in April which is Patriots Day. A lot of people have the day off, so what does one do when you're not working on a Monday and you're not running the marathon? You get over to your favorite bar and have a good time that's what.

It was hot. I'm talking almost 90 degrees which was great for me but not so much for the runners. I was in the Cleveland Circle/Washington Square area which is about mile 22 and 23. You could tell that the runners were exhausted at that point and they've just come off the Newton Hills which is a killer, or so I hear since I have never and will never run the Boston Marathon.

What's that? Picture aren't enough? Cool because I took video too.



For those of you wondering about the result of my apology which I posted about yesterday, the guy did write back and was really nice about. He even asked how I was doing. I feel much better now. Never be ashamed or afraid to say you're sorry.

Mail surprises and Marathon Monday excitement

It was absolutely beautiful here in Boston today. I needed a good dose of sun. Better yet, it's going to be in the high 80s Marathon Monday. Great for me, not so much for the runners. I can see that barricades going up around the city. Our office is closed Monday as are a lot of Boston businesses. I'll walk over to Beacon Street and hang out at Washington Square tavern all day. Marathon Monday is so much fun! I'm giddy like a kid on Christmas Eve.

I have to share with you what my favorite Irish blogger, Harley, sent to me in the mail. It was a complete surprise and really made my day. Actually it made my week.

First up is this really cute heart necklace. I love it and I've been wearing it all week!

Next up is a painting of Me as Snow White. This girl has more talent in her pinky than I have in my whole body. I want to frame it and hang it up.

Now it's time for me to stuff my face with Chinese food. Long live Saturday Night!