Can you get inspiration from a teabag? I think you can -- and I gathered up five (plus a bonus sixth) messages from my tea that are perfect little inspirational quotes for runners. I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit Five Friday. Today I'm … Continue reading Reading the Tea Leaves
My Biggest Takeaway from My Worst Race
Eight years ago I ran my worst half marathon. It wasn't just one of my worst finish times, it was hands down the worst half marathon I ever ran -- and I've run a few doozies! Including the race pictured above. I didn't injure myself, but I had GI issues, which I never have -- … Continue reading My Biggest Takeaway from My Worst Race
Getting the most out of Fall: 11/8 – 14 WRD
Unfortunately the storm clouds were metaphorically (and literally!) moving in again this week, although the actual weather was mostly quite nice -- except Friday & Saturday, maybe this evening. There were definitely some bright spots to the week, though! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and enjoying the sunshine this week. Literally … Continue reading Getting the most out of Fall: 11/8 – 14 WRD
The Trouble with Positive Splits + . . .
. . . four other surprising things I learned in my Run Coach course! One of the things I love about running is there's a lot to learn -- in fact, there's always something more to learn. I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit … Continue reading The Trouble with Positive Splits + . . .
3 Things Learned from a Great Race
Five years ago I ran a half marathon with some fellow bloggers in Florida. At the time it was a long awaited PR -- it didn't even feel hard. It also kicked off a year of PRs in halfs. It was also the start of a lot of turmoil in my life -- the ongoing … Continue reading 3 Things Learned from a Great Race
Grateful for Simple Things: 11/1 – 7 WRD
I apologize for last week. I had a bit of a meltdown. I literally felt like I was walking around with a dark cloud hanging over me. Things have been looking up this week. Mr. Judy fixed the dishwasher. The new phone got mailed arrived (today). I had two solo walk/hikes and didn't get lost. … Continue reading Grateful for Simple Things: 11/1 – 7 WRD
Can you ever escape Jury Duty?: Tea/coffee Date November 2021
Thanks, Coco and Deborah, I am grateful you give us this opportunity to get together virtually! If we were enjoying tea/coffee . . .I'd tell you I was working on my pumpkin post (click here if you want to know how to cook pie pumpkins in your Instant Pot), and I came across a typo that made … Continue reading Can you ever escape Jury Duty?: Tea/coffee Date November 2021
A Clear Conscience: October 2021
A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.-- Steven Wright My conscience is usually pretty clear, and it's clear that my memory isn't always great -- except when it is. Mostly I chose this quote because it made me laugh. I get what he meant, but it's my blog and I'm spinning … Continue reading A Clear Conscience: October 2021
Are We Done Yet???: 10/25 – 31 WRD
The beginning of the week was spent at Lake Minnewaska State Park, and despite the meh weather (including a Nor'easter) it was amazing! I can't wait to go back someday and explore more. If you follow me on FB here you'll see a lot more photos of our hikes there. The subject, unfortunately, refers to … Continue reading Are We Done Yet???: 10/25 – 31 WRD
Getting in my hikes before Winter: Runfessions October 2021
I know plenty of people hike year round, but I have enough trouble getting myself outside to run during Winter. Sure, those frozen waterfall photos are cool -- but so are the temps. Well, they're downright freezing! So I've been making a real effort to get in more hikes before the snow flies. Of course … Continue reading Getting in my hikes before Winter: Runfessions October 2021
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