sleep-running

I stumbled out of bed this morning - literally, not quite awake. I did not get my run in yesterday, but once again I am working a lot of hours. It promises to get even busier, so I am trying to make running fit into my schedule. So, this morning I got out while it was still dark out (5 am). It was cool and quiet, and there was some lightning dancing in the clouds off in the distance. Since it was so dark I decided for safety's sake to stay within the neighborhood, which does have street lights. I also where a reflective belt just in case, but I seldom see any cars on the neighborhood roads so early. If you ever want solitude, I highly suggest an early morning run - nothing but you, the road and your thoughts (or music if you are so inclined). I was tired - mentally anyhow, but there is something about running that wakes you up. My total run was 4-1/2 miles, my average pace was a 9:20/mile - pretty good for running in my sleep...