Birthday: 9/2/56
Years running: Jan 96 first 5K, 9-98
Occupation: Manufacturer's rep
How many miles a week do you run? If you have to ask, you don't want to know
How did you come to join Bayou City?: Blame Cheryl Verlander--she really just wanted my daughter,Traci, to join.
My proudest running accomplishment is: Any day when I have a planned early run, and: it is very hot and humid, I did not get enough sleep, it is raining, or I am sore and tried. Then, I get up anyway, lace up my shoes and run. Any day that happens (which is a lot), I feel proud.
My favorite training run is: Allen Parkway
My favorite race is: Boston Marathon
My best distance is: Either a 5K or 50 miler
I run because: Mentally and physically, it is what I need.
My philosophy for life is: Do what makes you happy. Little else matters.
My next goal is: Leadville Trail 100
Favorite training food: Pasta
When I'm running I think about: WHAT AM I DOING OUT HERE RUNNING IN THIS HEAT? Then I remember an upcoming race, and I think of it.
The best running advice I could give would be: Run for your own reasons. Accomplish what you want, not what others think you should do.
People would be surprised if they knew I: have 3 grandchildren
The top thing on my dream list: See Traci make the US Women's World Cup team.
If I could have been anything, besides my current occupation it would be: Comic singer
Other hobbies besides running: Working on my house
The most embarrassing thing that has happened to me is: When I was in 7th grade, I was a halfback on the football team. I received a pitch out and was running in the clear for a touchdown, when suddenly, I tripped in the grass and fell.
The most profound thing that has happened in my life: My last divorce
