Literally! We started off with moving back home after my last overnight for the month, and then diving into a pretty exciting week. As mentioned in my runfessions, we are going through a lot of transitions and I’m doing my best to keep up! Let’s see how it all worked out!
Sunday
- Cardio: 4.06 miles, walking
I had my last chance to walk in one of my favorite neighborhoods for a while, so I took it with a smile on my face. It’s always great to explore other sidewalks and little pathways. For some reason, I feel like I’m getting to take part in a little adventure.
Monday
- Cardio: 4.68 miles, running
While it wasn’t as long of a run as I’ve been doing, Monday was a very solid run, thanks in part to the gorgeous weather. I was into it.
I was also very excited to head home in the late afternoon. Sometimes, you just miss your own bed.
Tuesday
- Cardio: 7.08 miles, running + .87 miles, walking
The week continued, and I felt great about this morning’s run. Again, it was chilly with a lovely breeze, just the way I like it.
Wednesday
- Cardio: 3.08 miles, walking
Up so very early to take Mr PugRunner to the airport. My plan was to get in a nice walk in one of the Jacksonville neighborhoods, but it started raining. Instead, I had to make do with miles closer to home. It wasn’t quite the same.
I thought I would have a little downtime, but a regular client reached out because she hurt her back, and her sweet old pup needed his walks. I couldn’t say no. He’s really such a doll baby.
In the evening, A and I went to the friends and family event for the opening of his new job, followed by dinner. I really appreciate getting to hang out with him like this.
Thursday
- Cardio: 4.86 miles, running + .65 miles, walking
Will I ever feel motivated again? A little speed work, and some dog walks. I would have loved a nap but it wasn’t in the cards.
My parents stopped by in the afternoon on their way home from an outing. it was nice to see them.
Friday
- Cardio: 4.01 miles, walking
A super late night led to terrible sleep, led to just not wanting to get up in the morning. I’m struggling with that this week, and it’s becoming incredibly annoying.
Anyway. I did what I could do, and then I finished decorating my cake. It’s been a while, but I think it turned out out.
Saturday
- Cardio: 3 miles, walking
So this could basically be considered a rest day. Really. I was exhausted and just couldn’t drag myself out of bed. I did what little fitness walk I could squeeze in, walked my sweet client, and then got ready for fun.
I had tickets for A Slice Of Duval, a community cake party. Guests purchase tickets and bring an 8″ cake to the event (purchased or home made). Everyone sets their cakes out on tables, admires the scene, and then, at the appointed time, groups are released for the “cake sprint:” a five minute period to grabs as many slices of cake as possible! I upgraded to a VIP ticket to be in the first group, and it was well worth it to be able to grab cake and then just relax.
Thoughts + Goals
So what was going to be a week of little house projects turned into a little more work and errands with some fun thrown in. I do still have plans to paint the kitchen and renovate the pantry, but that will be after Easter.
I do have a full week off (just a few dog walks) and I am so excited for the downtime. It’s reallllly needed at this point.
I will be running a 5K tomorrow, and then I have my eyes on a 10K at the end of April.
In personal news, we signed a lease for A’s housing next year. It’s getting real! Graduation is mid May! And my PTA/volunteer friend group has introduced a trip to the group chat. Can we make it happen? Stay tuned!
What You Missed
- A Somewhat Lowkey Spring Break
- Hello, Spring: My Favorite Ways To Welcome The Season
- You’re Probably Not Eating Enough And It’s Hurting Your Runs
- Let’s Runfess Our Way Out Of MArch
How was your week in training? Have you ever attended a cake sprint?
Weekly Rundown
I am linking up with the Weekly Rundown, with Confessions of A Mother Runner and Running on the Fly! Check them out!
Looks like a great week to me! That Taste of Duval event looks fun–your cake was amazing, and you are adorable! Glad you were able to spend some time with A–I love spending time with my boys (and girls). My youngest and his GF came to visit with my mom at the rehab. I took them to lunch after, and then his GF and I got our nails done. It’s the little things, isn’t it?
Oh my gosh. It’s the best. He even picked up Chinese for us after work, the other day so we wouldn’t have to cook. It was just so cool.
I’m glad you were able to get a little self-care break.
I’ve never heard of a cake event like that but sounds fun. Yours looks amazing! Nice decorating job there. Looks like a pretty productive week!
You find the most fun events. Your cake looks amazing!
Hope your race goes well today!
It’s the whimsey! I must have it!
ooh, I was hoping there would be actual cake in this post!!! You have some decorating skills! It all sounds really fun.
Hope you can get better sleep this week- I go through phases like that and it is the WORST. In spite of it all you got in some good runs and walks.
I hope the race went well! Looking forward to the recap.
I used to decorate cake professionally… self-taught but still. It’s been in a minute and I am much more confident with fondant than buttercream, but it wasn’t bad for being out of practice for about six or seven years!
I just need a nap!
Good luck with your running! Hope everything goes well today. I have never heard of the cake sprint, but it sounds like so much fun! I love baking and your cake looks delicious. What a fun way to raise money and try all of the desserts!
It was so overstimulating and fun! Not every cake was yummy, but I’m happy with mine and with what I got in my box!
Beautiful cake! I have never heard of such an event. Sounds like a great way to enjoy some treats and raise money! I used to love decorating elaborate birthday cakes for my kids.
The countdown is on for graduation. My daughter graduates from college in early May. Time flies!! A is staying in state for college?
Hope you had a good race today!
It was really fun!
Yes, he’s staying in state. he’ll be less than two hours away, and I think that will be perfect.
Your cakes…does take the cake 😉 Looks so colorful and professional! Sounds like a really fun event as well.
I’ve never even heard of a cake sprint, let alone participate in one. If I did, I’d want to do an ice cream sprint immediately afterward because I do love a little ice cream on the side of my slice of cake. 😉 BTW, your cake turned out great!
Enjoy these last few super busy weeks of high school. As you already know, it’s going to fly by!
What a fun event. We had one like it but you had to bake not bring and I DNSed. LOL
What an active week. I’m impressed with how many miles you run during the week…