The BoormanBlog

Got out of work at a decent hour today. I was able to get some running in earlier in the week, and I decided to get another run in before it got totally dark. After finishing up Mad Money, I went out, starting my Garmin at the top of the hill where I live so I can include some hillwork in each run.

I decided to push it today and go for 5 miles. I was exhausted. Wheezing. Sweating under my sweatshirt. I heard the crickets chirping, even though it was still pretty chilly in the 50’s.

But it was worth it. My time wasn’t too bad either! 53 minutes. That’s about a 10:36 mile. 5 miles. That’s a third of a half-marathon, which is less than 2 months away. Not looking for PR’s this time around, just looking to finish…and to lose my gut!

Ford Motor Company (F) has been on a tear lately! According to Cramer, we’re at the point in the economic cycle where you should buy the auto makers (after several Fed rate cuts). Glad I listened. I got in at 6, and after a few days, it’s nearly at 7. I already unloaded most of my position already. Not making a whole lot, (more cab fare home) but after this week, it’s been easy money, and isn’t that the best kind.

This may still have more to go, especially if Ford can turn things around. I read that they are eliminating up to 90% of options for many of their models. Turns out 10% of the combinations of options were making 90% of the money. Hopefully, these cost cutting measures will show on the bottom line.

I’m loving Ford right now!