Shout out to my girls that got into the Nike Full and Half Marathon. The race isn't until October but they just had the registration for the lottery and notifications are going out. Congrats to Marci and Lydia who will be representing in the full marathon. That's 26.2 miles for the uninitiated. Julie and myself …
Month: March 2009
Running in Sand is Not a Day at the Beach
I spent last weekend in Pismo Beach with the family and some good friends. We take this trip 2 or 3 times a year - it's very relaxing fun mini-vacation. The weather can be unpredictable, we've had 80 degree days in March and rain in September but we don't care. We layer, bundle up or …
“The Finger”
I'm writing today with my middle finger taped and bandaged tight. It looks like I'm flipping off my computer and anyone else that I'm pointing at or motioning to. Let me tell you, typing is challenging without the use of the middle finger. Whiel Brad can peck like a bird with his index fingers, I …
When Life Interrupts
One benefit of being self employed is that I can work around my running and Boot Camp classes. It wasn't always this way. When I was, a-hem, gainfully employed and working for "the man" I clocked in at 6am (well, 6:15am). At the stroke of 1:30, I'd bolt out of the office and either go …
Running Geek Alert
I don't think it's a secret that I am a running geek. I like to talk about it, read about it and learn about it. I like knowing what other people are running, how they train and what they are eating before a big run. Like I said, running GEEK. And, apparently I'm not alone. …
Love Chocolate? Love Champagne? You Gotta Earn It!
I was at the salon, Mr. Pinkwhistle, the other day. My stylist Tracy was talking to me and Lisa (who always goes with me as she speaks "salon" english and can translate what I want) and mentioned this 5K race she wanted to try with a friend. She didn't know the name, when it was …
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Tip of the Week
Those old running or athletic shoes that are too worn out for training can be useful for someone else. Gather your and your families old shoes and take them to your nearest running shoe store such as Arch Rival or Fleet Feet. These stores have programs in place to distribute your old shoes to those …
The Drive to Drive
My 9-year old daughter plays CYO basketball. Her team was tied for 1st place in their division. Their opponent Saturday was the team in which they shared 1st place. This other team (oh, let's call them St. Hilary's) is a very good team. They shoot well, are fast and can hit free throws. They are …
Things I Just LOVE!!
Here are a few things that I just love. Enjoy! 1. EHow (www.ehow.com) Want to learn how to tie a tie? Buy a computer? Change a tire? Write a blog? This website has it all. And the best part? It's designed for simpletons like myself who need simple, concise and easy to read steps. LOVE …