It's The Autumn Equinox

The Autumn Equinox has been the traditional "first race of the fall season" where runners can all measure the effects of their summer training and size up the competition for the races ahead. It is one of the oldest races in Texas. The name of the race originates from the "Autumnal Equinox," which is the day the sun is directly over the equator heading south, and marks the first day of the fall season.

Since we got here last November, I was coming off a high of finally finishing my first 1/2 Marathon. I had continued running but by myself... I would meet one or two "regulars" on a path that I ran... but no connections. I went to church meetings hoping to find someone to hook-up with. I then met Debbie Harris who was just out having a good time. She was running for a bit and I met up with her a few mornings during the week. She lives in the next suburb over so we just meet on Saturdays and do our own thing during the week.

Then, she found a 5-miler and we signed up... I got sick (which is NOT like me). I bowed out. A few months later she found this 15K and once again we signed up.

Last night, the aftermath of Hurricane Ike was headed straight for us BUT was not to reach the Dallas area till 10am... YES... we could still do it and get home in time.

As we drove down the tollway and onto the 635, etc... road signs were lit up everywhere stating "Hurricane Ike is nearing the coast, turn back!" We weren't going to the coast, only going to run a 15K. We got to the race, ran it in a downpour, winds - but nice and warm and muggy!

We both placed in our respectable age categories (Debbie-1st and Me-2nd) and were happy that we beat Hurricane Ike! We headed for home and are glad it's behind us.

The Cowtown in February! Here we come! Come down and join us!