Bare necessities

The 3^rd annual Bob Duncan Memorial 5K was this past weekend and was, by pretty much all standards, a major success.

It was a success for the runners because the weather was great and everybody crossed the finish line safely. Congratulations to all of my friends who did particularly well: Julie (first place amongst all females), Hunter, Lauren, Stacey, Taylor (either first or second place in their respective age/gender groups), and Bryan (who beat Daniel and Stew).

It was a success for the sponsoring VT vet school and the Bob Duncan Memorial Scholarship fund. I don't have any numbers for how much money was raised this year, but if it was any (and I'm assuming it was), then I consider that a success. I love scholarship and scholarships, so any boost there is a good one.

It was also a success for anybody who was able to spend some time at the 2^nd Swale, Bob and Sue's dream home, where my Aunt Susan and Cousin Taylor still live.

I didn't learn much about Bob's love for running while he was still alive, but I did get to experience and appreciate his intense love and passion for nature. So, for me, the best part about the 5K weekend is the ability to share a weekend at the 2^nd Swale with friends and family, enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature. I think for many of those involved, including myself, a weekend at the 2^nd Swale is a rare but welcome (maybe even necessary) experience.

Event of the Week:

The NFL draft is this Thursday-question mark. Generally, I'm not that excited about the NFL draft and usually don't watch it. But, there's a chance this year, since it's on a weeknight, that I enjoy the spectacle that is the NFL draft.