The past few weeks have been a bit of a rollercoaster of emotions, both in running terms and in my personal life. During February when I was meant to be getting excited about my emigrating, I found myself enjoying the company of my good friend Gareth as we did more training runs and races together. With my passion for both the outdoors and running, and being able to share this with a like minded person, I began to panic about what my future would hold over in Canada. Andy would be working long hours, I wouldn't know anybody, and neither would I have a job which would help to build those social networks that are often needed when relocating. During this uncertain time, I did try to focus on some running and I did do some races. The weather in early February was particularly chilly with heavy snow fall, and the cold spell lasted long enough to cause the cancellation of some races. Fortunately the Wyre Forest 8 mile trail race still went ahead - a lovely little undulating / h...