All Work and No Play

I wouldn't say things at the airport have been dull. I get to meet new people pretty much every day. However, work is work and I've begun to get into a routine. Hence, I haven't had much of anything newsworthy enough to share. Besides, most of you know my routine by now, so there's no need to beat that dead horse. Earlier this week, I found a Yahtzee game on an aircraft. I haven't played in quite a while, but now I have something else to do at work during the slow periods.

Yesterday, I went to Cedar Rapids for the UD men's and women's first cross country meet of the season. Despite small numbers on both teams, everyone ran well. The women's team has already doubled and it sounds like they will getting a few more runners for the next meet. The men's team currently has six members, so they could use some help as well. The Spartans are now under the direction of Matt Hayes. Formerly a runner at Wisconsin-Steven's Point, Hayes previously coached at Milikin and several other colleges before coming to UD (more info). It was good to see the returning runners and meet the rookies. The women ran a 4k followed by the men's 5K. I've seen several different vehicles lead cross country and road races: Gators, bikes, police crusiers... However, with Mt. Mercy as the meet host and the event titled, the Mustang Gallop after their mascot, why shouldn't a horse lead the race? It was unexpected for those of us who hadn't been to this meet before, but it worked out rather well. If I would have been thinking, I would have put money on that horse. ;)

Men's Results

Women's Results

Photo Album