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March 6, 2015      27 Comments

Another Friday, another week linking up for Friday Five, with three amazing DC area bloggers: Mary at Mar On the Run, Cynthia at You Signed Up For What?! and Courtney from Eat Pray Run, DC.  Feel free to join the fun with your own Friday Five post and be sure to visit and comment on the other blogs on the linkup!

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This week, we are writing about Five Friday Favorites.

What am I loving this Friday?

1. It’s the start of a wonderful weekend of celebrating. One of my best friends is getting married and we are so excited to be present for the occasion. It’s going to be a crazy trip, but worth every moment.

2. I am back among the employed. I’ve been staying at home for the past seven years, and while I have loved it, little man doesn’t need me quite as much during the day, since he’s at school. A part time opportunity arose and I jumped at it. So far, it’s been amazing, I am learning so much and I am excited to see what it brings.

3. Molly is doing much better. Some of it is her injections, and the rest of it is the weather warming up and giving her joints a break. It’s such a huge relief to see her walking around more normally and not struggling as much. We are very blessed to have such an amazing and compassionate vet who really takes such great care of his patients.

4. Training has been going great. I’ve had a few struggles with my breathing, but I’ve been feeling pretty strong and accomplished. There’s something great about feeling productive and like I’m making improvements. It’s almost addicting – it makes me want to keep pushing.

5. Spring Break will be here in just one week! I am so thrilled to have a week where we don’t have any sports or extracurriculars and can just kind of fly by the seat of our pants. I love a busy schedule, but sometimes, it’s nice to do absolutely nothing.

What are you loving this Friday?

Answer in the comments or link up to the Friday Five!

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  1. Anne@candycrazedrun says

    March 6, 2015 at 12:27 pm

    Weeeeee all five of those are so amazing! Congratulations to your friend that is so, so wonderful!

    I’m glad to hear Molly is doing better!

    I am so excited for your new job (an a little bit jealous haha!)

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    • runswithpugs says

      March 8, 2015 at 11:50 pm

      LOL! So far, it’s been amazing!

      I’m glad Molly is better, too. I mean, she’s getting older and we all know what the reality of the situation is, but at least she is managed and comfortable. See you soon!!!!!!

      Reply
  2. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    March 6, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    I cannot wait until spring break. I actually planned on 2 weeks but had to cut my Florida trip to one week because of some family issues. But I’m still taking the week off of work. I need it!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 8, 2015 at 11:51 pm

      Oh, I”m so sorry to hear that. 🙁 I hope everything gets figured out.

      Reply
  3. Haley @ Running with Diapers says

    March 6, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    I can’t imagine how different it feels for you to be back at work after all this time. I’m sure I’ll be there too, one day. Glad it’s going smooth.
    Have fun with the wedding plans this weekend. They’re always a fun excuse to get a little crazy with the hubby.
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:02 am

      It’s definitely interesting. Now that i’ve started, I am loving it and wondering why I didn’t do it sooner, but I’m honestly very happy so far.

      We had a great time at the wedding. It was small and casual and just perfect.

      Reply
  4. Lindsey says

    March 6, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    Glad your pup is doing better! Knowing you have a vet who truly cares is an incredible feeling!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:02 am

      Seriously. I love him and his staff. They are all so very amazing.

      Reply
  5. Stacie Seidman says

    March 6, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    Have fun at the wedding! I actually love weddings. I mean, there’s cake so….
    Congrats on the new job! I crave routine, and having to go to work each day definitely provides that. I’m glad you’re enjoying it!
    Yay for Molly! It’s the worst when our fur kids aren’t up to par. I honestly love my vets. I really trust their opinions, and feel like they genuinely care about my four leggeds.
    Nice work with the training too! I’m still struggling to find some fitness, but it will come. I agree, once you see improvements it’s addicting!
    Enjoy spring break! I miss that so much. It’s been so crazy here with the snow and all the problems that come along with it, I could use a little break! At least the sun is shining today, and they’re predicting a snow-free week ahead! Woohoo!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:04 am

      Sadly, we didn’t make it to the cake. Little man was exhausted and we ended up having to leave a little early. We had fun though.

      The job is great so far. It’s part time so a little irregular, but that’s ok.

      Our vet is the best. I’m so glad we found him – we would be lost without him and his staff. I’m so glad you have the same feelings for yours.

      Yay for no more snow!

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  6. Abby @ BackAtSquareZero says

    March 6, 2015 at 2:45 pm

    So glad Molly is improving!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:05 am

      We are, too!

      Reply
  7. lacey@fairytalesandfitness.com says

    March 6, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    My favorite weekends are the ones where I do absolutely nothing. So relaxing. Glad to hear that your training is going well. Have a great wkend!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:06 am

      I get edgy when I have nothing to do, but I am doing my best to try to take advantage of the downtime.

      Hope you have a great weekend too!

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  8. brittney @ corral b says

    March 6, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    spring break is in two weeks for me, and the weather slowly is changing to reflect that! so excited. i’m glad to hear your dog is feeling better!

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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:06 am

      Whoo hoo! Enjoy your spring break!

      Reply
  9. Courtney @ Eat Pray Run DC says

    March 6, 2015 at 8:19 pm

    congrats on the new job. so glad to hear that your pup is doing better . what a scare she gave y’all!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:06 am

      Thank you! We are so glad she is feeling better, too!

      Reply
  10. HoHo Runs says

    March 7, 2015 at 1:13 am

    Good luck with your new job and with your training. So glad that Molly is doing better!
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:07 am

      Thank you! It’s been a good week 🙂

      Reply
  11. Mar @ Mar on the Run says

    March 7, 2015 at 1:48 am

    woohoo, congrats on the new job!! I love relaxing weekends and wish I got a spring break! 😉
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:07 am

      Thank you!

      Spring breaks are great! We don’t really do very much over break, but it’s nice to have some time off.

      Reply
  12. Elizabeth says

    March 7, 2015 at 3:02 am

    I’m glad Molly is doing better. Congratulations on your new job! I too am looking to head back to work now that my daughter will be heading off to school this fall.
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 12:11 am

      Thank you!

      It’s definitely different to be working again, but I’m glad I’m doing it. Good luck to you!

      Reply
  13. Jennifer says

    March 9, 2015 at 1:58 am

    Congrats on your new job and best friends wedding. Hope you had a good weekend.
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    • runswithpugs says

      March 9, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      It was all great! Thank you!

      Reply
  14. Angie says

    March 10, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    I am glad Molly is doing better!
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