Oh, that's right! You know what time it is! The end of April means we are opening up the runfessional and baring our souls (and soles!) Who's ready? For this month’s trip to the runfessional, let’s join up with Marcia’s Healthy Slice… Let's begin by runfessing... That even though I ...
April Runfessions: Time To Share!
Getting Mentally Prepared For Race Day
Yesterday, we talked about my typical race morning, but today I want to at how I get mentally prepared for race day. You may have guessed I am a bit of a hot mess around events or "big moments" so the week (or two) leading up to race day can set me right on edge. It's funny because I really do love ...
A Look At My Typical Race Morning
Now that I am back in the racing mindset, I'd love to share more about my typical race morning. Runners are a pretty superstitious bunch (in my opinion) and I think many of us have pretty tried and true routines to get them to the start line. I count myself among those superstitious folk, and I have ...
Prom Week!
Here we are, another week closer to summer vacation, and this week was prom week. I can't believe it. Obviously, it's been a long time since I attended a prom, so I was so excited to be part of all this excitement! Sunday We had plans for a down day, but I couldn't turn down a morning ...
My Five Favorite Medals
In the last 12 year of running, I earned a lot of favorite medals. I could argue that all of them are favorites, but there are really a few that do stand out. Let's take a look. Florida Striders Memorial Day 5K (2013) This was the first medal I ever earned in the first formal race I ever ...
Race Report: Biscuits and Bubbles 5K (4.13.24)
When I saw the ad for the inaugural Biscuits and Bubbles 5K, it got in my head that I had to run it. The race took place in the San Marco area, to support Haven Retreat, an organization whose mission is to create sustainability for foster and adoptive families. Three cheers for a great cause, and ...