Burlington baby

Before I say a word about this run, I'd like to thank my Professor from JMU, Eric Fife, for an interesting contribution. Apparently I'm not so far off with my beer and running workout combo. Finally! I can defend myself!

But back to Burlington...

I was lucky to have a better run on the second day of my stay. Though the waterfront is strikingly beautiful in all weather, I was happy to trade in raindrops for sunshine. It made for a more comfortable run...and some awesome pictures.

With my head in the clouds...

Fantastic.

The sky seems bigger in Burlington.

The dark side of the same sky.

Jekyll and Hyde.

Boats are big in Burlington.

This is why.

These sailors were making me nervous. They almost tipped a few times. But they've got nothing on these paddlers. That's right! Another reason to love Burlington - they paddle pumpkins every year for the Great Pumpkin Regatta. Look and love this awesome video on 7 Days writer, Lauren Ober's blog.

Down the coast.

The water is wide.

I took the one less traveled by...

...and that has made all the difference.

Run to the water.

These next few aren't actually from a run - they're from a drive - but I couldn't leave them out. There were so many picturesque places to photograph, I had to take some shots while I drove. Safe. I know. But there were a few worth pulling over for.

This is taken on a dirt road just off the highway with only two houses and all this land. Magnificent.

I had to get proof of the camel. 

Couldn't help it.

And again. 

The drive away was bittersweet. I was hoping to find a way to stay, but unfortunately Burlington didn't have enough to keep me close. However, I'm hoping my return trip won't be about sun and rain...it'll be all about the snow.