National doughnut day = national stomach ache day

So we weren't some of the lucky ones who got free doughnuts today. We paid about $6 for some just because we really didn't want to be left out. And honestly, an apple fritter sounded so good after a good, sweaty run this morning. Did I say run? Yes, I RAN again. Three times in one week!

We tried to take a good photo with our doughnuts but it was just awkward. Michael said, "there's nothing I can do to keep you from putting that photo of me on the internet is there?" Haha he's learning my blogger ways.
After eating less than half of an apple fritter and a few donut holes I had a bad stomach ache! My body was wondering what are you doing? We don't usually eat fried sugar...

Here's what I looked like after my speedy run: sweaty & happy
(I actually got a really good idea for a post while running today. Stay tuned)

Guess what I got today..

Out with the old, in with the new! I've been wearing them around the house and I love them so far!

I also got some active capris from old navy today. It sure feels nice to treat yourself to something new every now and then.

Today was Daniel's last day of 5th grade. Doesn't he look like a 7th grader?? I still see my little boy every time I look at him.

Second year in track

How was your day? 
Did you get a free doughnut?

Enjoy your weekend everyone! I have a very busy schedule this weekend. The main event being the Merco Credit Union half Marathon. No I'm not running it. Maybe next year. :-)

Happy National Running Day!

I won't go into a huge speech on why I run but I will say I am a stay at home mom who needs to run to stay sane. I can always tell when I'm over due for a run. And I don't mean my flabby thighs telling me I better get moving.
I mean when I'm feeling super tense and ready to explode on the next kid that hits or tattles. "Parents weren't equipped with what to do when your kids are yelling, Stop looking at me!" - Ken Davis

I can't handle the bickering for long so if I get in at least a couple miles every other day, I'm less likely to rip my hair out at the end of the day.
Just keeping it real people. Oh I forgot, my life probably looks like sunshine n rainbows on the other side of this blog. Eh, wrong. My kids, my marriage and my life are a lot like many others.
Running keeps me sane. And if mom's happy, everyone's happy. :-D

Moving on...


Since today's national running day (and because I'm feeling like I'm getting my mojo back) I ran and pledged my miles to Jaimie- a little girl battling cancer.

Every little bit counts. I used the app Charity Miles and donated my miles to Stand up to Cancer. You can find all the cool apps and info on how to pledge your miles here. I will continue to use this app and donate all my future miles.

After a good run (two days in a row! What?!) Michael took Kate and I out to lunch at a new-to-me Mexican restaurant. Sorry Daniel, school is important. He's almost out air the summer! Yikes!

Homemade chips with salsa that's made with beans, sour cream and salsa. So good!

Kate and I shared a chicken quessadilla, beans and rice and a carne asada toquito. I took the toquito home but Michael threw it away thinking it was in the car too long.. :-( boo.

Now I'm making spaghetti with zucchini from our garden for the fam. I have killer acid reflux so I have to fix something else for me. I'll share this recipe though because it's a family favorite! It can be covered with cheese and baked too.. we're keepin' it a bit healthy tonight.

My plate:

How was your day? 
Did you run or walk today?

Guess what Friday is?? National Donut Day!!

Have a fantastic rest of the week everyone!

Reunited with the dreadmill + #TeamJaimie

Reunited and it feels so good! ...
So I took the plunge and made up with my dreadmill because I desperately needed a good run. I ran at a really good pace for twenty minutes! (This was a big deal because I haven't been able to run more than a mile without feeling miserable) It felt so good! I needed to see that I haven't lost the love for running. Is that even possible? I doubt it.
I'm still going to do yoga and other forms of exercise and keep the running to a few times a week to prevent any issues..

Oh before I forget, tomorrow is national running day! To celebrate (and because I need new shoes) I ordered these:

Thanks Flower for telling everyone about DSW's awesome sale! Let's hope these shoes work for me! I've read nothing but good things about them!

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Please take some time to read this post by Flower about a little girl named Jaimie. She's battling cancer and needs our support. You can use #TeamJaimie to share and spread the word.
I'm on Jaimie's team and I'll be running for her tomorrow.

I'll continue my regular random posts tomorrow. I do have some "good" posts coming up so stick around. :-)

Are you running tomorrow?

Will you be on #TeamJaimie ?

Catching up and a little phone dump action

Once again I've been a lurker in blog land and not much of a poster.
But I can't stay away from sharing random things from my life for too long.

First up, let's talk about my relationship with running. Back in December I was up to running 5 miles nonstop. I injured my IT band because I increased my weekly mileage too quickly. Since then I haven't been able to get my miles back up. My leg and knee feels great most of the time but I just can't seem to get that mojo back. I seem to be thinking more about biking than running so a change might be happening. Soon. My husband on the other hand is just cruising along running sub 7 minute miles.. *sigh*..
We also decided to run the 2 mile race on the 4th of July instead of the 5 mile. With the heat and me not being able to get my miles up we're just going to focus on some speedwork and try to place in our age group.

I have been enjoying yoga lately while listening to relaxing music. So I'm just gonna go with the flow and do what I enjoy in the moment. And get fitted for a bike because the bike my father in law gave me is a bit too tall.

I'm also thinking of changing my blog name..but that's just a thought.

Moving on to some phone dumping action..

This is what I did for about two hours last Sunday. I went out to the college to set up food and drinks for the pacers and runners previewing the half marathon course coming up June 8th. I walked around the parking lot too. I did a mile :-)

I am so excited to help out the pacers. The people I met at the course preview are all so nice and encouraging. They were so appreciative of all the volunteers so that makes it a lot more enjoyable in helping them with whatever they need on race day. One guy is an ultra runner! And he's seriously one of the nicest people I've ever met!

I've been experimenting with my oatmeal in the morning. Today I added a tsp of almond butter, couple swirls of honey, chia seeds, raisins and fresh blueberries. I didn't really like the blueberries in it. I prefer dried fruits in my oatmeal.

Yogolicious happened at least once this week. And I'm sure it'll happen again soon.

My grandma wrote a children's book and she asked me to type it up for her. She has a deal with Barnes & Noble to make it an e book. I'll share more info when it's available!

Meet Mr. Pickle. I discovered him while cutting pickles for burgers. Kate didn't hesitate to eat him even though he had a face.. if anything, it made her want to eat him even more.. -_-

I hope everyone is having a wonderful week! I've been enjoying reading about what everyone did over memorial weekend.

Have you ever found a face in your food?

Pass The Baton

While catching up on some of the blogs I follow I came across something quite amazing.

Erica @ EricaFinds shared an app and information about Mizuno's quest to help people dealing with homelessness get "back on their feet" through runners like you and I.

Here's how it works:

Mizuno will donate $1 for every mile ran with the Mizuno Baton to Back On My Feet which is a non-profit organization that helps those experiencing homelessness turn their lives around through running.

Here's what you do:
1. Download the app (click on the Mizuno Baton link above) and activate when you are ready to run.

2. You will have one week to log as many miles as you can.

3. Mizuno will donate $1 per mile you log to Back On My Feet.
(Terms)

4. Pass the baton to a friend and increase your impact.

*Join Mizuno on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to follow the "transformative power of running" as it moves across the U.S.*

BE PART OF THE ANSWER! PASS THE BATON.