I’ll be running the Eggshell Shuffle again this spring. Last year Thing 1 and her friends ran with me. This year Thing 2 expressed an interest as well. I am one happy mama. Many have asked me how to get kids interested in running. The answer is, very carefully. Here are tips to help you [Read More]
February Coffee Talk
I’m linking up again for a coffee date with Coco, Lynda and Deborah. I’ve got some Starbucks house blend all brewed and ready to go so let’s get to it, shall we? I’m entertaining the thought of a fall marathon. I know this was supposed to be the year of the tri and RocknRoll fun, but friends don’t let [Read More]
A Day in My Life
I’m joining Katie’s A Day in the Life linkup today and sharing a few snapshots of what life is like at Casa del Marcia. I became a stay-at-home mom after working in the corporate world for 13+ years. I didn’t realize how much I defined myself by my position as a Fortune 500 Marketing VP [Read More]
Tips for Keeping Kids Healthy
It’s flu season and this year we’ve got an epidemic on our hands. Around here, some schools even closed for a few days in an effort to keep the germs from spreading. Is catching the flu inevitable? Or are there things we can do to protect ourselves and our children from contracting it? Get a [Read More]
5 Christmas Miracles
1. We are snowless and mild here. Payback for last year’s polar vortex, I think. It’s not pretty by any means, but running outside at the end of December without a jacket or black ice? Priceless! 2. I got two (count em, 2!) unassisted pullups on Christmas Eve. There was almost a third but I [Read More]
Running and Lifting and Rocking, Oh My!
I’m linking up with Katie for Marvelous in My Monday! Is it winter break where you are? It is here and I have to say it’s pretty divine. The dogs got me up but not after sleeping a whole extra hour. I’m hoping the kids will stay down for awhile longer. Love me some morning [Read More]
Currently: Birthday Edition
Books: Way too frazzled with holiday stuff to be reading much of anything. Running Path: It’s been so windy and raw here, I’ve been taking to the trails for refuge. I think this pic was taken on the one sunny day we’ve had here this month so far. Non-Running Workout: I’m all about the free weights. After [Read More]
5 Ways to Stay Fit Over the Holidays
I was SO happy to finally see the scale move in the right direction and continue, even after the New York City Marathon. I felt like the 21 day detox jump started me and I peeled off 6 lbs. I’m 5’2″ so 6 lbs. is a decent start in my book. Then Thanksgiving came. No, [Read More]
Got a Dog? Purina Pro Plan Sweepstakes and Photo Contest
I am a self-professed dog lover. We always had a family dog or two growing up and now that I have a family of my own, of course dogs are part of it. Remy and Carlo were our first babies. We got them immediately after moving from Europe back to the states in 2000. The [Read More]
I ‘Mustache’ You Some Questions
I was tagged by Rachelle to answer a bunch of “mustache” questions. So, since I’m keeping it light on a Monday, and I’m so sore from hitting the gym yesterday, here goes: 4 Names people call you other than your own name. Mommy Mama MoMo MeeMo 4 Jobs I’ve had: Popcorn/candy seller at the movies [Read More]
