You can’t take it away from me

When I first started running I often said that I’d run the Boston Marathon when my age and time converged. I felt that it wasn’t as big of a deal to run and often scoffed at those who were seemingly “obsessed” with qualifying. I even wrote a...
In Memoriam

In Memoriam

For the lives lost and countless others wounded and in critical condition. We will not forget what happened on 4.15.13. 
Irongirl 5K Race Report

Irongirl 5K Race Report

First, let me apologize for the lack of posting last week. I was race directing my 5K and basically had zero free time. I will say that it went very well and I’m happy it’s over. Race directing is super rewarding and super stressful all at the same time....
My bike, I rode it

My bike, I rode it

Yes, it’s true. I rode my bike. Dolly, my lovely blue Specialized Dolce, was in fact very dusty with scarily deflated tires. And a computer that’s battery was all but dead. On Saturday a few tri friends and I headed out to da beach (you can really only say...
Friday Confessions

Friday Confessions

1. I had a bacon latte last night. A local gastropub just opened a coffee shop called Dough and had a preview event for the blog group I’m in. The bacon latte was like having breakfast in a cup. In my best Pee Wee Herman voice, “Mmm bacon-y! Heh...
Be happy you can run

Be happy you can run

On my shiny new training plan I’ve been put to the test in terms of rebuilding my speed. I am not complaining because as I sit here writing this post it breaks my heart that one of my most favorite people in the entire world is dealing with injury that...