I mean seriously I should know better. So I got on the treadmill Monday, and while the left foot felt reasonable, I'd tried out some new walking shoes the day before. I'd loosened the laces but I guess they were still too tight. I knew it was hurting to run (and doing a little speedwork) … Continue reading Why are Runners Stupid?: 1/15 – 21 WRD
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A Rundown Rundown: 1/1 – 14 WRD
Thankfully I'm feeling okay (well, except for the foot -- which is on and off) -- but sleep has been meh for a while. So it was a scaled back week, but there was a nice mixture of fitness all the same and I'm okay with it. I'd rather rest more than get sick by … Continue reading A Rundown Rundown: 1/1 – 14 WRD
How to get strong?: 7/17 – 23 WRD
When three of my friends in their early 70s broke something in the last six months, I stood up and took notice. I vaguely remember my mom, too, breaking or fracturing a foot or ankle at around the time (in addition to the breast cancer diagnosis) -- and my Dad also broke a wrist from … Continue reading How to get strong?: 7/17 – 23 WRD
Brighter Days: 7/10 – 16 WRD
Well, the weather continues to be mostly wet, hot, or humid -- or all three, so that's not so much brighter. But Bandit continues to improve, even going into his crate of his own volition to eat again towards the end of the week. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and yeah, … Continue reading Brighter Days: 7/10 – 16 WRD
In the Groove: 7/3 – 9 WRD
We are, for now, in a decent place with Bandit. He seems to be feeling perkier and we've narrowed it down to meds in tuna 3 x day with 3 small meals a day -- and he's eating better. Before it was like 6 mini meals which he wouldn't even necessarily eat plus the meds … Continue reading In the Groove: 7/3 – 9 WRD
Settling in: 6/26 – 7/2 WRD
Whether it's a human or a beloved animal, a serious health diagnosis is always hard, and you have to experiment your way to a new normal. I know many bloggers here are struggling with that, too. For the moment I think we've mostly found what works for Bandit, and the coughing is almost nonexistent, so … Continue reading Settling in: 6/26 – 7/2 WRD
Ticking Time Bomb: 6/19 – 25 WRD
It was all about the ticks this week. We did everything right: long pants tucked into socks, I was also wearing a jacket with tight wrists, using repellent, checking ourselves before getting in the car. Yet as I was going to bed on Sunday I found a tick attached to my underarm. Yuck & creepy! … Continue reading Ticking Time Bomb: 6/19 – 25 WRD
Here we go again: 6/12 – 18 WRD
I'll lead with the bad. Finally got Bandit in for a recheck on Thursday and the news was not good: he's in heart failure. Although my gut told me this when the cough first worsened so dramatically, since she didn't seem to pick up on anything on that first visit I was lulled into a … Continue reading Here we go again: 6/12 – 18 WRD
Smoke gets in my eyes: 6/5 – 11 WRD
It was all about the air quality this week. I'll share a photo towards the end showing you how bad it got at its height. A good reminder to never take anything for granted! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner and trying to enjoy outdoor running, but a little foiled by the … Continue reading Smoke gets in my eyes: 6/5 – 11 WRD
Mini heat wave: 5/29 – 6/4 WRD
I didn't realize I'd have to implement my new plan to (maybe) run twice a week and do a cycling workout twice a week so soon -- but this week went sideways quickly. Bandit's cough has been becoming more frequent, but the day after Memorial Day he became a honking goose. Sigh. Like Chester & … Continue reading Mini heat wave: 5/29 – 6/4 WRD
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