Today’s run: 4.01 miles, 45:02. YT: 402.57. The morning streets of Chelsea are ruled by runners and delivery men. “Good morning track star!” one of the latter greeted me with just as I took off.

Getting back into the groove. Still couch surfing, though I’ve upgraded to sharing a bed at a friend’s. (Thank you thank you!) And on Sunday, I’ll move into a new apartment, hurrah!

Today’s run started at Union Square Park, took me up 17th St. to the waterfront at Chelsea Piers, along the Westside Highway running path, then back down with a return on 16th.

My geographical perspective is still that of a Los Angelino. In other words, I’m slow to comprehend how small this island is. I was shocked when I hit the waterfront just a mile into my run.  Shocked and pleased.