I was fading fast by the end of my nephew’s birthday party. It’s not that it is difficult to sit and eat fabulous food for 3 hours, even while many loud little boys run around like crazy doing Tae Kwon Do games. I think my cold is winning the battle. My return to the bed was seeming like the only option for me by the time the party ended.
The problem with my plan was that there were three young children begging for me to go to Auntie’s house for a little more time together. When Lil’ Sis half-heartedly suggested a run, I quickly changed my mind. I refused to let my cold take away a running opportunity.
My run with Lil’ Sis took us to uncharted territory for a run which she had only heard about. We called her friend for directions, and then went out to tackle the hilly route – full of determination.
There was not a whole lot of life out in these parts. With the exception of 
a few horseback riders and one hiker, these cows and pigs were the only life forms around.
The trail was unfriendly in many ways. It was steep (by our standards), with lose rocks that made it difficult to find your footing, and unfamiliar. It was, however, pretty.
We were determined to go all the way to the dam wall, which we did with minimal cussing (although Lil’ Sis threatened often). We took a picture to prove our success and then turned back.
I am still feeling worn out, but at least now I have a good reason for it. I just wish that the feeling that my head is going to explode would go away.