
Due to a combination of homesickness and culture shock I had tried to rationalize a way to go home to Chicago before March 30, my scheduled departure date. The only thing I could come up with is the opportunity to workout all day before I went back to work at the hospital. I could use the timeoff to get in shape for the summer races. Well I found a neighborhood gym within walking distance of my mom’s house and now I can work out there as much as I want. In Bicol, I know of a swimming pool and running through the country is great. Looks like I no longer have a reason to go back early.
No more excuses.
February 19, 2006 by Rick
Working out is NOT a good reason to come back early. You can workout ANYWHERE!!! I’m glad that you’re going to see this trip through and have a REAL adventure.