BLOOMINGTON, IN—In a stunning display of weather-related decision-making, local runner Sarah Thompson, 28, has officially made headlines this week by opting to skip her evening run due to ominous clouds gathering in the sky.
“Honestly, it was a tough call,” Sarah said, standing near her window while gazing at the perfectly dry pavement outside. “I just felt like there was a solid chance it could rain. I mean, have you seen how dark those clouds were? They looked angry!”
Friends of Sarah report that she had been preparing mentally for her routine 5K when she first noticed the shifting weather patterns. “She had her shoes on and everything,” said her best friend, Emily Martinez. “But then she just stopped and said, ‘Nope, not today!’ It was like watching a superhero choose not to save the world because of a slight drizzle.”
While many local runners are known for their dedication—harnessing the power of rain or shine—Sarah’s decision is being celebrated by some as a new form of self-care. “Skipping a run is a bold move,” said fellow runner Mike Jenkins. “It takes a certain kind of strength to just say, ‘You know what? I’m going to stay cozy and binge-watch Netflix instead.’ That’s a mindset I can respect.”
Despite a bright forecast for the rest of the week, sources indicate Sarah is still cautiously monitoring the weather app and has already canceled plans for a group run scheduled for Saturday, citing “a slight chance of overcast skies” as a major red flag.
At press time, Sarah was reportedly contemplating a long walk to the refrigerator to gather snacks, noting that, “It’s practically an adventure in itself.” When asked about her running goals, she responded, “I mean, as long as it’s not raining, I’m good to go—unless it’s windy. Or too sunny. You know what? I’ll just stick to the treadmill.”