As I write this column in December in the midst of the holiday
season, my thoughts turn to family, friends, colleagues and the
imminent new year. Running and playing piano also have a prominent
role.
My 30-something-year-old daughter Kate enthusiastically re-engaged
in recreational and fitness running and signed me up for the
Festivus 5K in Salem, held on Dec. 9. Kate and I traversed the
lovely waterside course, and she beat me handily, of course, as I
plodded along at a slightly under 12-minute mile pace. You can look
up my time online if you wish.