Monthly Archives: October 2013
October Photo a Day Challenge (Recipe: Butternut Squash Apple Cranberry Bake)
Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! It’s the 1st of the month! (You should look up the tradition if you haven’t heard of it before.) Speaking of which, have any of you guys heard of the “Photo a Day Challenge”? Basically, there is … Continue reading
Overtraining and the Berbee Derby 10K (Recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies)
Alright, folks! I signed up for my next race! It is a 10K that takes place on Thanksgiving here in Madison that attracts over 8,000 runners! It is the race’s 10th annual charity event where proceeds benefit technology education throughout … Continue reading
GOTR Update & Marathon Mistakes to Avoid (Recipe: Pork and Sweet Potato Quesadillas)
Although I am sure we could come up with hundreds of mistakes to avoid during a race (some beyond our control), there are 6 major ones that we have more control over and want to avoid. 1. Overtraining. It is … Continue reading
Pessimism is a Runner’s Top Mental Roadblock (Recipe: Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake)
This post is for one of my bestie’s Cheryl. First, today is her birthday! And the recipe is for the cake I made her when I saw her last week in Indianapolis! She promptly smeared the “30” off the cake … Continue reading
Charley Horses, Einstein’s and Post-CanAm Stories (Recipe: Apple Crisp)
I have gotten a charley horse in my left calf 2 of the last 3 nights. These things are painful, I tell you! And then my leg feels all crampy the next morning when I try to walk or run. … Continue reading
We Can CanAm, Can You? (Recipe: Apple Pie Bread)
So, this weekend was a whirlwind!! A whirlwind of fun! This weekend was the world’s largest flyball tournament: CanAm. It took place in Indianapolis, Indiana and drew in teams all the way from Alaska and Japan! The drive down to … Continue reading
CanAm, Here We Come! (Recipe: Apple Streusel Cinnamon Swirl Muffins)
CanAm, here we come! Remember when I went to St. Louis for UFLI Nationals for Flyball? Well, this weekend I am headed to Indianapolis for NAFA Nationals! Woohoo! Callie doesn’t even know what has hit her yet! And I don’t … Continue reading
Flat Abs Article and Randomness (Recipe: Garlic Bread Pizza Crust)
So, the other day I read an article on the Huffington Post called “How to Get Flat Abs, Have Amazing Sex and Rule the World in 8 Easy Steps”. The article basically says we keep buying into lies that certain … Continue reading
New 5K PR and October 19th is Sweetest Day (Recipe: Croque Monsieur Pockets)
I ran fast on Sunday. Faster than I thought I was capable of in the running shape that I am in. On Sunday I participated in Gilda’s 5K. Gilda’s Club is an organization that ensures that all people impacted by … Continue reading
My Longest Run Since Boston (Recipe: Dutch Apple Pie Bars)
6.40 miles. It is my longest run since Boston. And it felt good. Really good. I think part of the reason why I went so long was the weather: Look at that. Perfect running weather. Low 60s. Sunny. Cool. … Continue reading
Oven Lovin' Runnin' 