So you (or someone you love) have run your first race, and it's time to celebrate! I'd love to share some perfect gifts to help commemorate this big moment! Bubbles Obviously, a grand celebration calls for bubbles. Treat yourself or your friend to some champagne, sparkling wine, or non ...
perfect gifts to celebrate your first race
week 59: post-race recovery
Welcome to my week of post-race recovery. And Happy Valentine's Day. Confession: it has not been a fabulous workout week. On Wednesday, my knee started bugging me, so I've been keeping my miles low. But let's get into it. Sunday - 26.2 with DONNA half marathon. We started the week with a ...
5 ways to celebrate galentine’s day
We celebrate Galentine's Day on February 13, as a way to honor female friendships. The day was created by Leslie Knope, of Parks and Recreation fame, whose enthusiasm for girl power led to the annual commemoration. “Oh it’s only the best day of the year. Every February 13th, my lady friends ...
race report: the DONNA half marathon (2.6.2022)
The DONNA Half Marathon had, at long last arrived. It was my first half marathon since I broke my leg and since COVID. Even better, it was a new-to-me event and course, so I was ready for the 13.1 miles and all to come with it. The Donna Half was also J's first ever half marathon. I was glad ...
happy scouting anniversary day
Scouting Anniversary Day is celebrated on February 8, in honor of those who abide by the Scout Law. A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. Today, we appreciate those who display these qualities. Our family ...
week 58: the art of resting
Resting is truly an art, and it's one that certainly does not come easily to me. With one week to go before 26.2 with DONNA, I had to take resting as seriously as possible, to make sure I was ready. Sunday - 3.35 miles, walking I started the morning with a walk to stretch my legs. I ...
