January 2019 Runfessions

And just like that, we've already reached the last Friday of the month, which means Marcia has opened the Runfessional. So let's get to it, shall we? Last month, I runfessed that I was starting to really get fed up with some things about my … [Continue reading]

New Shoe Giddy

What is it about getting new running shoes?! Perhaps it's the potential of all the miles and adventures to come. After noting on a couple of occasions that it was time for some new running shoes, I finally made it to my local running store for … [Continue reading]

Weekly Wrap: Trying to find a groove

Happy Sunday! How was your first full week of the new year? My week was straight up crazy! I expected things to be hectic at work, but throw in a mild concussion for my youngest (ah the joys of hockey) and a 100 lb. dog with an ear-infection … [Continue reading]

A Slow Start

Well, I had hoped to come out of the gates strong to start the year, but this migraine/cold/crud thing I've been dealing with since New Year's Eve threw a wrench in those plans. Aside from some yoga on New Year's Day, this week was largely … [Continue reading]

New Year’s Ultimate Coffee 2019

Happy New Year! Catching up with friends over a big mug of coffee sounds like a great way to help kick off this new year so I'm joining Coco and Deborah for the first Ultimate Coffee Date of 2019! If we were having coffee, I would tell you … [Continue reading]

Final Runfessions of 2018

Believe it or not, it's the last Friday of 2018, which means it's time for the final runfessions for 2018. Marcia has opened the runfessional, so let's dive in shall we? I runfess that I definitely indulged over Christmas Eve and Christmas... … [Continue reading]

Weekly Wrap: Ready for the Holidays

Happy Christmas Eve Eve! I'm just getting in from a walk with the pup - he needed to burn off some energy and I needed a break from all the holiday-prepping. So before I dive into wrapping gifts, I thought I'd quickly join Wendy and Holly for the … [Continue reading]

Chicago-bound!

The sprint to the finish of 2018 continues - I swear someone has flipped the switch into overdrive! This past week was busy on all fronts, but there were lots of highlights! Work kept me hopping - but I was super productive and, with now … [Continue reading]

A few goals to wrap up the year

With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I can already feel that this month is going to go by in the blink of an eye. Here it is the 10th of the month already and I have yet to post my monthly goals. But first, a quick recap on the week … [Continue reading]

2018 Runners Holiday Gift Guide

How are you doing with your holiday shopping? I'm hoping to make a real dent in my shopping list this weekend. And, in that spirit, now seems like the perfect time to share my annual gift guide for the runner in your life. (While this post … [Continue reading]