Kids went back to school! It seems early, cuz it IS early, and of course now we have our summer’s hottest weather. Trust me it’s better for everybody this way. Mama can hang at the pool by herself. No news, is well, no news: Still no answers on the heart issue. The referral for my [Read More]
My #FavoriteRun
Today I’m linking up with Amanda, aka MissZippy and sharing what may be my favorite run. It starts at sunrise by stepping out my front door. I super love when I don’t need to drive somewhere to run. This run is an 8 mile out and back along quiet country roads. Join me? We’re on [Read More]
Racing in the Wake of Terrorism
In these weeks since the Boston bombings, I’m noticing tighter security at the races I’ve run. Bag inspection at the Soldier Field 10-miler Mandatory, standard-issue clear gear check bag at the North Shore Half Corrals have been locked down and closely monitored (not sure if this is security or just good organization) Although I was [Read More]
Confidence and Kids
Being a parent, I think a lot about confidence and kids. I was especially wary when Thing 1 entered middle school back in September. Those were some awkward years…for me anyway. Thing 1 had minimal trepidation. Her biggest concern was that the gym teacher she got was tough and they had to run a mile [Read More]
About That #Bestrun and a Winner
Amanda aka Miss Zippy asked about best runs. You know, the ones you wish you could seal up in a bottle. I was blessed with a totally unexpected one just last week. I wish I could say the scenery was spectacular or the weather conditions were perfect like they were over the weekend on the [Read More]
Eggshell Shuffle Race Report
I’ve had my eye on this race since the inaugural but for one reason or another never got around to running it until this year. I chose the 5k, since 2013 is the year of the 5k. Heeding threats of limited parking, I arrived early and staked out across from this monstrosity. Somebody was tailgating [Read More]
Running Blogger’s Guide to the Perfect Snow Day
We’ve been getting a ‘snow event’ pretty much weekly here lately so I’ve become somewhat of an expert on all things snow day. Here are some tips to make the most of when those flurries fly: Race to store at first mention of a snowstorm and stock up on essentials: Batteries, candles, protein powder, wine, [Read More]
Hitting the Reset Button
Can I get a do over? That’s the way I feel after being sick/not sick, running/not running for the past 2 weeks. I was under the weather just enough to still try to workout, only to find that I was not performing at 100%, ok miserable, and I wasn’t doing myself any favors trying. Finally [Read More]
Runners vs Cyclists
With our ‘ring of fire’ heatwave still going strong, I was grateful today was not a running day. Although I haven’t been running outside (my mill and I are having a rare summer fling) I’m still getting out on my bike as much as possible. Cycling when it’s 100+ degrees is a sweat fest but [Read More]
Injury’s Silver Lining
It’s been a trying couple of days.Last night:Thing 1: “Mom the lights on the tree outside are sparking.” Screams. “Now they’re on fire!”This morning:I got an email telling me Thing 2 spent $100 on iTunes for Bakery Doodle coins. Wait it gets better:I entered the password without looking to see what she was buying when [Read More]
