Earth Day = Sandy Memorial Trail Run

20 years ago today, my sister Sandy passed away. As a simple way to remember her, I always take the day off from work. Then I go for a trail run (she liked nature). Then I donate to local human society in her name (she loved animals). Then I go out to lunch or dinner with my wife and raise a glass toasting my sister. Simple routine. It calms me. Can't believe it's been 20 years. Still miss her. One of these years, I'll run the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon (or Avenue of the Giants Marathon). Arcata was my sister's "home town" for college. Beautiful location. The redwoods are majestic. This could be my own "Boston" marathon. Or I could qualify for Boston, run that race, then still do one of these two "redwoods" marathons. I need more time to train and race. Guess I should retire soon! Really soon.