We just got back from a lovely few days away in the Santa Barbara area. We went “glamping” at El Capitan Canyon and it was wonderful. It really was the perfect 2-night getaway with our boys (4 years old and 1 year old). This was our one big trip for the summer and it was…… Continue reading Our El Capitan Trip in Santa Barbara, CA
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Virtual Half-Marathon Recap
Last Saturday I wrapped up my Boston Marathon training block with a virtual half-marathon. This of course was definitely not the way I imagined things to end. I imagined loud cheers and bright red numbers illuminating my goal time of 2:48. In my head, it was all pretty glorious and memorable. That vision will have…… Continue reading Virtual Half-Marathon Recap
My First Virtual Race Experience: 10k Edition
Last Saturday morning, I sipped my coffee and ate my typical pre-race breakfast of almond butter + oatmeal. And to the pit of my stomach, I felt the race nerves building. Here is a little confession: I was nervous for my virtual 10k I was running in a couple hours. You might think this is…… Continue reading My First Virtual Race Experience: 10k Edition
12 Things to Do at Home with an Active Toddler
I know we each are affected by the coronavirus in very different ways. Some in life-changing types of ways, and others in smaller disappointments. I know there is this temptation to down-play our own feelings right now, with the preface of with everything going on, it feels silly to… or I know others have it…… Continue reading 12 Things to Do at Home with an Active Toddler
When You Don’t Feel Like It
All day I have been planning on sitting down to get some writing in. It is now nearly 9 pm and these are the first words I am creating all day, minus the numerous text messages I sent out. The thing is I could of easily squeezed in an hour of solid writing, but instead…… Continue reading When You Don’t Feel Like It
To Run in the Rain
This mama needs to run in the rain. As I learn more about myself, I am realizing I am much introverted than I previously thought. I like the idea of being around people, but I really thrive off of having time alone in quiet. This is one of the many reasons why running is so…… Continue reading To Run in the Rain
This Mama Needs Grace 