Another Trip Around The Sun

This week, I finished another trip around the sun. This will be my 47th, and it ended up being a pretty great one. I’m starting to get my groove back with holidays and special events: the last four years have been a little tough with these things (as they have been for so many), but it’s nice to have better vibes about everything. So let’s see how the week went.

Sunday

• Cardio: 4.68 miles, walking

Happy Sunday! After our Derby party, I was just worn out. So I slept in and got my walk done.

We were pretty done with parties, but it was Cinco De Mayo. Mr PugRunner made quesadillas, while A made guacamole, and I enjoyed both with a margarita.

Monday

• Cardio: 5 miles, running + 1.73 miles, walking
• Strength: Legs + Abs, 50 minutes

It’s Monday. Another week begins. I hit the road for a pretty decent run. It’s important to note that things are getting hot and humid again. It’s definitely dragging down my speed.

This was probably my most quiet day of the week, so I used that to my advantage and really tried to plow through a lot of work. I also did some awesome dog sitting, which is my favorite.

Tuesday

• Cardio: 3.13 miles, running

Tuesday got all kinds of turned around. I was supposed to take A to the dentist in the morning, so I woke up super early to fit in my miles. Well, Mr PugRunner ended up taking him instead. With the flow I shall go.

I got cleaned up, checked in on my doggo client, and then went to The Feed Mill with J. I absolutely love their morning breakfasts, and I wanted to share it with a friend. We got iced coffees and split a breakfast pizza, with sausage, peppers, onions, and blueberries.

I spent the evening leading a meeting. This was a big week for nighttime activities, and next week will be more of the same. boo.

Wednesday

• Cardio: 3.27 miles running/hiking

I decided that I was going to treat myself with a trip to the beach. However, it was a farther beach because I wanted breakfast at this really cool food truck I’d seen on social media. Once again, I got up at the crack of dawn and made it to Marineland just in time to see the sun rise.

I had grand plans to run on the beach, but that didn’t go well. I got just under a mile done, but by that point, the tide was already up to the rock formations and I had to start hiking. At one point, I even had to take off my socks and shoes because the route went through all the soft sand. I didn’t get the miles I wanted, but I did get the exertion. it’s all about balance.

I was more than happy to get back to the parking lot and breakfast! My homemade raspberry pop tart and iced coffee was exactly what I needed.

I didn’t make it to the Stitch and Bitch, but I did get to my evening meeting, which was followed with a few glasses at at the local wine bar. We had to celebrate a great year of arts boosters. And I am back on the board for next year.

Thursday

• Cardio: 4.84 miles running + 1.59 miles, walking

Happy birthday to me! (And Darlene!) Of course, I celebrated 47 with a run.

Mr PugRunner told me to be dressed and ready by 10AM, so I passed on the gym and did exactly that.

He took me for a birthday doughnut, followed by the Cummer Museum and a place to make our own candles. The main exhibit at the museum was Women In Sport, and features fashion from hundreds of years of fitness. I took tons of photos but this woman was walking a pug, so… Then we had lunch at a place I absolutely love and came home in time to take a little nap. I am a big believer in birthday naps.

From there, it was out to dinner and ice cream sundaes for dessert. Yay!

Friday

• Cardio: 5.11 miles, walking and running

So the plan was to do our morning run and go pick some blueberries. We checked off item one, and hopped in the car.

As we drove, we got hit with some severe thunderstorm warnings, and by the time we arrived at the farm, the weather was an absolute mess. I did have muck boots with me, but no ponchos or umbrellas, so we are going to try again on Wednesday.

The rest of the day was kind of chill, which was nice. I desperately needed a day of downtime.

Saturday

• Cardio: 5.11 miles, walking

I got up super early to try to see the Northern lights. No luck 🙁 So I just got my walk done.

Can we take a moment for my new birthday shoes? I went for something a little lighter this time. Will I regret it? Only time will tell!

I ran some errands and tidied the house, and from there we had two big events: the St. Augustine Food & Wine Festival and A’s band banquet.

A won an award for Most Outstanding Woodwind in the Wind Ensemble, and his girlfriend took home an award for Most Outstanding Junior Brass. I am so proud of them.

Did I fall into bed that night? Yes.

Thoughts + Goals

It was a good week. I did have some anxiety about some things that are mostly out of my control, but that’s ok. As always, I take lots of deep breaths and just keep powering through.

Thank you so much to everyone who sent birthday wishes – I am so grateful for everyone in my life. <3

How was your week in training? Any big plans this week? How do you feel about birthdays?

Things You Missed Last Week On The Blog!

• All In On The Mayhem (Weekly Rundown)
• Our Guide To Mother’s Day For Moms Who Run (Tuesday Topics)
• 100 Days Of Strength Training (Runners Roundup)
• 5 Ways To Celebrate Mom This Weekend (Fit Five Friday)

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