Journal of today’s activities:

Today is my wife’s birthday. I’m so grateful to have Carole in my life. Our busy schedules kept us apart, as Carole was scheduled to work and I was scheduled to meet with my students at San Francisco State University in the afternoon. Several guest speakers made for a lively class this evening. Our first guest was Christine Butera-Ortiz, my former probation officer. Christine retired from her role as a senior federal probation officer last December, but I appreciated the kindness she showed during the time that she oversaw my transition back into society. She helped our students understand more about the role of a probation officer. Following Christine, we heard from Richard Ortiz, Christine’s husband. He also retired as a federal probation officer, and he provided a different perspective to the students. Then, following Richard’s presentation, we heard from Pedro, a guest they brought. Pedro was a young man in his late teens who had once been gang affiliated, but he has since reformed his life. He spoke candidly with our students about juvenile hall and his transformation.

• Days since my release from 26 years in federal prison: 248
• Miles run today: 14.21
• Miles run this week: 54.87
• Miles run this month: 139.11
• Miles run in 2014: 875.12
• Miles I need to run to reach my 2,400-mile running goal for 2014:
• Number of miles I’m ahead of schedule or behind schedule: 172.13
• Today’s Weight: 166