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30 days: The Rug Pulled Out From Under Our Feet

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

30 days… I remember getting the text about Mama Kay not sleeping well. She would wake up in the middle of the night and think that it was morning. She once sent us a text at 3:30 a.m. our time … Continue reading →

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30 days

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

A lot can happen in 30 days. A lot has. I’ve changed. My family has changed. One thing that has not? Our faith. It’s stronger than ever. ~ On April 28th I half dragged myself out of bed to run … Continue reading →

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Ask Big

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

I planned on posting this last Monday. And then Boston Happened. So I waited. And then Texas happened. So I waited. And then the shootout happened. So I waited. In the midst of all the waiting and confusion I ran … Continue reading →

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2013 Carlsbad 5000 All Day 25k Recap

Posted on April 13, 2013 by

I’m just going to say it. Carlsbad is awesome. Every race put on in this town is legit. Organized, on time and sensational views of the ocean. There needs to be more than a few road race events each year. Hear that Cbad? … Continue reading →

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Hooleys to Hooleys Half Recap and Work/Life Stuff

Posted on March 23, 2013 by

Hooley’s to Hooley’s Half- Sunday 3/17/13 Finish Time: 1:39:37 5th Female overall 1st in AG! (This was a small race) ~ After a whole lot of shenanigans the day before the race (hubby’s birthday party) I am lucky this race … Continue reading →

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Time On Your Tootsies

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

I want to thank each of you that sent me an email regarding the passing of my aunt. While I haven’t responded to each one yet I most certainly will. We all go through ups and downs in life and being … Continue reading →

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Manduka Winner and Birthdays

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

The winner of the Manduka eQua towel is… suzy says: February 24, 2013 at 4:24 am I am inspired by my kids, my parents and all the other working mamas like myself who amazingly manage to get it all done! Congrats … Continue reading →

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Family Time, The C Word and Running RSF

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

On Wednesday my MIL and FIL made the trip from Texas to CA to stay with us for a week. Poor LD got cut out. He said it’s because the server couldn’t get over his stunning good looks. You think … Continue reading →

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Nowhere to go but up…and then down…and then back up again

Posted on February 6, 2013 by

When we moved to our current neighborhood I was so excited to run in a new place. It is beautiful, close to the ocean, has a lot of trails and is amazingly quiet. The only thing I didn’t notice is that the place has a LOT of hills. Big ones. Yes, I drove up and … Continue reading →

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Carlsbad Marathon Recap

Posted on January 31, 2013 by

Going into a marathon I never know what I am going to get. This time around was no different. I was nervous. Chacha and I had only had time to squeeze in 2 long runs ( an 18 miler and a 20 … Continue reading →

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