No doubt about it, summer is over

Sure looks and feels like fall out there today. Blustery, leaves flying off the trees, wild turkeys strutting their stuff through the neighborhood ...

I counted a minimum of 18.

Any of you who've experienced plantar fasciitis know how frustrating it can be. There was an article about it in the Post-Bulletin this week. I spent a summer in a walking boot a couple of years ago because of it. Not fun!!

asics stability shoe wearers!! 2140s are in!! Stop down at Running Room and check them out. Also in, winter clothing from Saucony, Brooks, asics and Nike. And since the temps are falling, it's a great time to stock up on gloves, mittens, headbands, etc. Wear a costume and bring a treat for the 10/29 6 PM run at Running Room!

There's still time to submit a nomination for RRCA awards. They're due November 1. The process is very easy: it's all online this year. Let's put Rochester on the awards platform!!

There is still time to nominate a runner for the RTC Runner of the Year award--someone who's achieved athletic excellence, overcome difficulties/obstacles to achieve his or her running goals, served as a "cheerleader" for fellow runners, and/or been a promoter of running in the community. Note that this is not a volunteer award--we have other awards for that. Submit your nominations to president@rochestertrackclub.com

Well, Ted and I decided to attempt reinstalling our siding yesterday afternoon. I believe we were successful, but I guess time will tell. Saved ourselves $200. Maybe I should go buy some new running clothes instead ... just kidding, dear!

I don't know if any of you ever listen to KROC AM, but they used to play a little ditty every once in a while from The Story Lady It sounds like it's going to be a cute, sweet little story but they all end tragically with the cute little song playing in the background. Play a couple if you have nothing else to do.

I haven't posted a recipe in a while. Here's a good one if you have some winter squash on hand.

Autumn Butternut Casserole

3 c. mashed, cooked butternut (or buttercup) squash
4 Tbsp. butter (optional, or you can use less. I omit this)
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
Dash pepper
1/2 c. chopped pecans
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp. butter
6 c. sliced, unpared Jonathan apples (about 2 lbs. --you can use another type of apple)
1/4 c. white sugar
1 1/2 c. corn flakes, coarsely crushed
2 Tbsp. melted butter

Season squash with optional butter and 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter in a skillet; add sliced apples; sprinkle with 1/4 cup sugar; cover and simmer over low heat until barely tender (about 5 minutes). Spread in a 3-quart casserole (9 x 13); spoon mashed squash evenly over apples. Mix corn flakes with pecans, 1/2 cup brown sugar and melted butter. Sprinkle over squash. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. Makes 8 servings.

Thought for the day (some Disney lyrics):

"A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you're fast asleep
In dreams you lose your heartaches
Whatever you wish for, you keep
Have faith in your dreams and someday
Your rainbow will come smiling thru
No matter how your heart is grieving
If you keep on believing
the dream that you wish will come true."