LA Marathon

Preparing for next year’s marathon

Congratulations to those of you who ran the Santa Monica Marathon (aka LA Marathon) this past Sunday. You should feel very proud.

Anyone who has ever run a marathon knows the grueling work and time commitment it takes to prepare for such an event. I certainly do.

I was not a runner growing up. In fact, I never completed the timed one mile run required for gym class. I simply was not an athlete in my childhood. I attempted to run occasionally because I was always struggling with my weight and I noticed that fellow students who were runners had the best legs. So I would run around the block a few times every once in a while.

Steak & B* Day

Happy Steak & Beer Day!

This Sunday, March 14th, marks the official male version of Valentine’s Day. Because apparently the one we celebrate on February 14th is strictly for the ladies. Hmm, who knew?

I was reminded of this upcoming holiday by Steven Breen, my former mailman and fellow contributing writer to SMDP. Steven writes under the heading: “Going Postal.” He is also the man responsible for getting me this writing gig. Thank you Steven, you will be missed. Steven is leaving to travel abroad with his wife. We wish them well.