Is it only me or does summer seem to slip away faster than all the other seasons combined? I always start the season with grand ideas and a huuuuge bucket list of things to do/see/enjoy, but inevitably the kids are heading back to school before I’ve had a chance to check off everything. Wouldn’t it [Read More]
Running In a Ring of Fire
After a crazy cold, wet spring that wouldn’t quit, we found ourselves in a ring of fire weather pattern that felt oh so steamy and sent me to the pool on the regular. At the time of posting though, a cold front graced us with refreshingly less humid weather and all is right with the [Read More]
It’s Summer and the Coffee is Iced
It’s summer. It’s hot. It’s humid and my coffee is over ice. Let’s catch up over a cup. I’m linking up with Deb and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date. Join us! If we were having coffee, I’d no doubt show you my brand new World Marathon Majors mug. Abbott finally opened their online store [Read More]
Staying Healthy Through Party Season
I didn’t even realize it until a couple of days ago: The Fourth of July is bearing down on us! Oh June, you were so cold and wet…until you became oppressively hot…you didn’t really feel like summer at all. Here’s how this week’s workouts went. I’m sticking to my guns and keeping running miles low. [Read More]
June Rufessions Smell Like Roses
I’m sort of sad to see June slip away because summer seems to fade fast once July 4th is here. Before we bid June 2019 farewell let’s open up the Runfessional for the Runfession Friday Linkup. Let’s get to it: What’s better than a Bat Dog that smells like roses? You know we love our [Read More]
Dinner for Everyone Fast Pho with Tea Broth
I received free goodies from Peapod. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Let me be upfront here with you: I’ve never used a grocery delivery service before, nor have I ever used a meal kit to save time. No siree. I’m the kind of girl who takes the time to shop and [Read More]
Finding Joy in the Short Run
It’s officially summer and the running is…well it’s joyful…and short. Here’s how the week in workouts went: Monday: Rest Tuesday: Speedwork at the Track Wednesday: Strength + Core Thursday: Run 3 miles Friday: 2 mile trail run + Plyo Intervals Saturday: Run 5 miles + swim Sunday: CrossFit Quality over quantity describes my running right [Read More]
Inaugural Wonder Woman Chicago Race Recap
The idea of a Wonder Woman race intrigued me. Who doesn’t wanna harness their inner Super Shero? When I heard the Inaugural Wonder Woman Chicago would be in Gurnee, Illiniois, I was in. Since I’m out here in the Northern Chi sticks, Gurnee is an easy peasy drive, while downtown Chicago is an all day [Read More]
A Great Kind of Busy
Hey! It’s been quiet around here due to a combo of things. 1. It’s summer break and my focus is not on this blog 2. My work has exploded. In a good way. It’s a great kind of busy. I’m in the throes of a project I’m so passionate about, it doesn’t seem like work [Read More]
Well Hello Summer Break!
School’s officially out this week and summer weather arrived in all it’s fabulous, sun-kissed glory. We actually strung together 4 (FOUR!!!!) gorgeous, rain-free days. After our cold, wet spring, this felt quite fabulous. Here’s how the week in workouts went: Monday: Rest Tuesday: Run 2.5 miles (ran out of time) Wednesday: Run 5 miles Thursday: Swim [Read More]
