March On, March On

[Sweder]

Another day lost to lethargy and recuperation I'm afraid.
Despite the best come hither attempts of the morning sun I held fast in my bed until the time to run had passed, diving into the shower and slinking off to work like the lowest scoundrel. Chastened, I've resolved to nip off early, hoping to grab a twilight dance in the hills.

Meanwhile I’m looking for my next challenge, a future race to tickle the tastebuds and keep the running juices flowing for the rest of the year. And, by George, I think I’ve got it. The Foulées de la Soie is a remarkable cultural adventure through four provinces in China, with daily runs of between 11 and 21 kms through terrain as varied as cities, jungle, desert, mountains and historic landmarks. I’ve only just located the website, and even at first glance I can see the level of commitment required – if only in the time it takes to complete the program, up to 15 days – might be prohibitive. I’ll let others judge, but as life experiences go this seems to be right up there.

There's the small matter of Cape Town to negotiate first.
Not to mention a merciless flogging at the hands of Moyleman this Sunday