Disclaimer: I’m a slow runner, averaging a 9:30 mile during my shorter runs and around 11:00 on our 13.1′s. So, my shoe choices are not based on performance in a speed or race-winning capacity. After wearing the hell out of my … Continue reading
Just when things are finally getting back to normal, my daughter hits one of her “terrible 3′s” patches and cranks my stress levels back to 10. I was feeling so much better, too. I’m no longer consumed with the planning … Continue reading
I have always been a big B-Boys fan. Paul’s Boutique is one of my all-time favorite albums and is one of the CD’s that reminds me immediately of my days at Mankato State University. In honor of Adam “MCA” Yauch’s … Continue reading
After the whirlwind of stress and travel and work that was April, I’m calling Lazy May. Not that I won’t be getting back to running regularly this week. And not that I’m eschewing any of my domestic duties. But I’m … Continue reading
Menu planning is something that takes a little bit of time and … well, it takes a lot of time. But it saves both time and money during the week, when we’re most rushed with homework and dance class and … Continue reading
Also entitled: how to cop out on actual writing. Ok, that’s not true – but there are so many things I want to share!! First and foremost, the amazing Portia ran her first marathon last weekend. I’ve been following her … Continue reading
Last week was a whole lot of hectic what with the wedding and stuff, so I skipped out on writing completely. I’m sure you missed me terribly, right? Good thing Pavement Runner kept you going with his playlists! But I’m … Continue reading
I’m making a pretty bold statement with this one, right? Now, I’m not generally a fan of oatmeal cookies – but most of that stems from my hatred of raisins. I hate raisins. The texture, the taste, blech. Why mar … Continue reading
I came across this article today that discusses (in brief) how the new, stricter qualifying times for the Boston marathon contributed to dropping their numbers by a third. My first thought was Oh wow! People are starting to run for their … Continue reading
I’ve been saying a lot of goodbyes this week. My parents left for Wisconsin for the summer, as they always do. I’m feeling good about this. It gives me mental space to focus on my business and friendships and running. … Continue reading
