I'm Thinking Out Loud about how everyone fears the unknown, a few thoughts on what a runner's body looks like, the mysterious workings of the canine mind, and matzo brei. Bring on the matzo brei! You must do the things you think you cannot do. -- Eleanor Roosevelt Are you clinging to preconceived notions? I let the cat … Continue reading Just Do It: TOLT
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NOLA & Sightseeing: TOLT
I'm Thinking Out Loud about NOLA again, only this time, it's about the attractions: what we did, not what we ate. Well, sort of; food might be involved in what we did, too. Despite wracking up lots of steps, even before my half, we didn't do a lot -- because of that half marathon. And because this … Continue reading NOLA & Sightseeing: TOLT
NOLA & Food: TOLT
I'm Thinking Out Loud something very simple today: thank God for spandex! Have you ever eaten your way through New Orleans? If you follow me on Instagram (here), you know I sure did last week. I was a little afraid I wouldn't fit into the only pair of jeans I brought, but spandex is our friend sometimes. … Continue reading NOLA & Food: TOLT
Never say never: TOLT
Today I'm Thinking Out Loud about not being jinxed by well wishes for a PR in my upcoming race, and everything race related. Of course. Plus the furkids. Of course. Trying something different I've pretty much been trying to lose weight for the last 8 years or so. That includes during training for all my halfs. This … Continue reading Never say never: TOLT
Loving Lately (1): TOLT
Today for Thinking Out Loud I'm simply going to share with you some of the things I'm loving lately. While this may come off as a sales pitch, it's not meant to be. I love reading about stuff other people love -- and as was the case with Wendy's recommendation below a few paragraphs, sometimes it's something … Continue reading Loving Lately (1): TOLT
Just call me bologna: Spilling over high tea March 2017
Just call me bologna. As in, the sandwich generation. Well, I don't have kids, but I do have the furkids and I seem to attract the needy ones. And of course I also have one big kid. Yes, still feeling a bit squeezed over here. According to my research, the average American will have consumed 1,500 PB&Js by … Continue reading Just call me bologna: Spilling over high tea March 2017
Chagrined Furkids: TOLT
Last week when the weather was so nice, and we actually saw the sun, I took some time and took some photos of all the furkids. Who apparently all looked chagrined -- both Lola & Gizmo actually like the camera -- a little too much sometimes -- but apparently this particular day that's all I … Continue reading Chagrined Furkids: TOLT
The Battle of the Bulge: TOLT
Today I'm Thinking Out Loud about how I seem to fight the battle of the bulge every winter. Do I suffer from some mild SADD? Yes, absolutely. Am I less physically active? Probably. Even though I am running way more miles than I normally do in winter, it's just harder to get in extra activity when you're … Continue reading The Battle of the Bulge: TOLT
Crispy, new tricks: TOLT
I don't have any crispy new tricks for you, that was just my way of Thinking Out Loud and trying to lure you in. Did it work? Just give me crispy! Apparently if a menu item has crispy in the description -- sweet or savory -- I'm all over it. I love my sushi with "crispy" in … Continue reading Crispy, new tricks: TOLT
Who needs dumbells . . : TOLT
. . . when you have cast iron? Yes, I'm Thinking Out Loud about cast iron pans. And laundry. Raised hackles. Body envy. Definitely random thoughts this Thursday! Why is laundry so complicated? Don't machine dry, but don't hang it to dry -- you really need to dry it flat. Machine wash, but don't you dare machine … Continue reading Who needs dumbells . . : TOLT
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