Goodbye, Pork Pie Hat

Just walked back from Porter Square, where I bought a minimal amount of groceries and a birthday present for my mom. I also ran into Sarah again. It was the second time in a matter of weeks (You may recall my utterly engrossing account in a previous post). Prior to our first encounter, it had been years since we saw each other.

Funny, but as I was walking to Porter Square, I saw someone walking towards me that looked like Sarah. I had a feeling I might run into her; not strong, but it was there. When I left the grocery store, I was about to walk home, leaving the birthday gift for tomorrow. Suddenly, though, I felt compelled to walk over to Pier One Imports and look for something for my mom. As I made my way across the parking lot, I stopped and adjusted my iPod's ear buds. I heard my name being called. It was Sarah walking toward me. We spoke for a bit and parted, she was headed to the grocery store and I continued on my way.

At Pier One, I found some mini vases for my mom. I wasn't there long. When I left the store, I wondered if I was going to run into Sarah again. I felt certain I would. I stopped at CVS to buy a card and a few minutes later I saw Sarah walking toward me. We marveled at how we keep running into each other. I told her the story of the three times I encountered my friend Blake on the road. "Well, she said, I guess I'll see you in a couple of weeks." I won't be surprised in the slightest if we meet again like this. What does it all mean?

After work yesterday, I went for a five and half mile run. I had intended to practice yoga, but Fred was occupying the living room when I got home, so I changed my plans. I ran my old route, the one that follows the bike path through Somerville, Cambridge, and Arlington. This time, however, I ran the entire distance without periods of walking ( I used to walk some, sprint some, walk some, etc.) So, that felt good. I'm thinking to do the same tomorrow.

I was going to delve into my battles with the ego and the lessons I've been learning as a result, but it's late and I'd like to finish A Clash of Kings because it rocks so hard.