6am... **Edited**

The alarm goes off...

(It's the first time since October I've needed to set it)

I grab running tights and a base layer...

(And a wind-proof layer, and sweat-clothes)

Print out directions...

(I KNOW my phone has GPS, but I like having something in my hands)

Eat a balanced breakfast...

(Plenty of carbs, add protein, maybe more carbs)

Maybe a little coffee...

(Hmm, maybe not. Don't know what the porta-potty situation will be)

Bottle of water, extra hat and gloves...

(All in blue and white)

And leave the house to start the season...

(No, not that season)

I'm volunteering as a sweep car driver at a 5k/10k this morning. Man, the things I do for zero dollars!!

**I did not get to drive a sweep car. I stood outside in 5* temperature next to Lake Michigan directing traffic away from runners. A stranger gave me her (sweaty) hand warmers. My toes went numb. Man, I love my charity.**