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I’m currently packing up my car to drive down to Florida to be with the Husband and my in-laws due to a family emergency.  Obviously, this sucks because a family member is in crisis.  But it’s also (significantly less sucky) that I was planning on running a half marathon and I had a college friend and her husband coming into town for an entire week.  But family comes first above everything else.  My entry fee for the race wasn’t that steep, and my friends are going to stay at our place and house-sit. 

 

The Hus has actually been in Florida for the past week, and now that it looks like he wouldn’t be coming home another week.  I miss him a lot… plus, the family really needs me, so I’m taking off (and bringing my computer so I’ll still be blogging).  Sorry to be so cryptic – but the problem isn’t about me, and I’m just respecting privacy.

 

I was actually up until 2 AM dealing with said issue, so I was absolutely knackered when I woke up this morning.  I ended up going back to bed at 10:30 AM and sleeping until 2 PM.  I just made lunch, and now I’m going to pack up the car and begin the 8 hour journey.

 

Lunch:

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A hummus, pesto, spinach, and roasted artichoke wrap with a side of roasted broccoli.

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See you in Florida.

{ 131 comments }

 

  • Emily September 24, 2010, 3:01 pm

    Sounds like serious business!! I hope everything works out for the best!

    I just started making roasted broc and I don’t think I want to eat any other way!! It’s SOOO delicious..esp. when the “leaves” get a little burnt.

  • Freya September 24, 2010, 3:04 pm

    Oh gosh, I hope eveything turns out ok! I’ll be thinking of you!

  • Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin September 24, 2010, 3:05 pm

    I agree, family comes above all else. I know it sucks you have to change plans but its great you have the flexibility to be with your family and support them in this tough time. Have a safe trip!

  • Lauren (Clean Eats in the Dirty South) September 24, 2010, 3:06 pm

    “Everthing will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.”

    • Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers September 24, 2010, 3:26 pm

      i love that quote. i also love this one:

      “there’s sunshine after every storm.”

    • Lizz (leadingthegoodlife) September 24, 2010, 5:26 pm

      Oh, those are good! They remind me of the Churchill quote, “If you’re going through hell, keep going.”

      • eatmovelove September 24, 2010, 9:36 pm

        LOL – lovin the quote loving 🙂

  • Lauri September 24, 2010, 3:07 pm

    Hope everything is ok, thinking of you and your family!

  • Rebecca September 24, 2010, 3:09 pm

    It’s good you’re flexible! There are some people in the world who don’t change their plans at all, EVER, so flexibility and willingness to drop things for family is awesome! Family is important.
    I’ll be thinking of the family and praying for safety and that everything turns out okay!

    • eatmovelove September 24, 2010, 9:38 pm

      I totally agree with this. Gosh, to be flexible and adaptable in life is sooo important. Being stuck in your ways or routines at the expense of others – and life! – can be debilitating and soul-sucking.

      Live life! Prepare for change and embrace it!

      • Caitlin September 25, 2010, 9:56 am

        Amen.

  • Nikka B September 24, 2010, 3:09 pm

    Take care of yourself & your family. I’ll be sending good vibes & warm thoughts to Florida! Drive safely!!!

  • Cyndi @ Weightless Life September 24, 2010, 3:09 pm

    I hope everything is okay!

  • Sarah for Real September 24, 2010, 3:12 pm

    Best wishes for your family situation. Hope everything turns out alright. You are absolutely right, family comes first!

  • Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] September 24, 2010, 3:13 pm

    Sorry about the not so good news, but I’m loving your green lunch. Sounds uber flavorful! Glad you got some rest. Take care =)

  • mary jo September 24, 2010, 3:14 pm

    Hope everything works out for the best. I’ll be thinking of you.

    • Caitlin September 25, 2010, 9:57 am

      thanks mary jo. <3 you too.

  • Sara September 24, 2010, 3:18 pm

    I hope everything turns out ok. Be well and drive carefully.

  • Janene Giuseffi September 24, 2010, 3:24 pm

    My thoughts are with you guys! Have a safe trip!

  • Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers September 24, 2010, 3:25 pm

    thinking of you. 🙁 drive safe and know you’re in all of our thoughts!

  • Alyssa September 24, 2010, 3:26 pm

    I hope everything turns out ok. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys, and have a safe trip 🙂

  • Kristina @ spabettie September 24, 2010, 3:27 pm

    sorry you’re missing your run, and MORE IMPORTANTLY, sorry for the family emergency… I hope it is all good soon…

    be safe!

  • Heather (Heather's Dish) September 24, 2010, 3:27 pm

    i’ll be praying for you and your family sweet girl!

  • Corey @ The Runner's Cookie September 24, 2010, 3:27 pm

    🙁 So sorry to hear this, Caitlin. Hope everything is okay…

  • Bethany @ More Fruit Please September 24, 2010, 3:28 pm

    🙁 Sorry to hear the bad news. These sudden events are always stressful to deal with, but everything will work out. Have a safe trip!

  • Allie @Frisky Lemon September 24, 2010, 3:28 pm

    Good luck with everything…I hope everything turns out alright.

    Sending white light your way…

  • Lisa September 24, 2010, 3:29 pm

    I hope it’s not too horrible of a situation. Good luck!

  • Kelly September 24, 2010, 3:29 pm

    Oh boy, I’m sorry things are not going well and that you had to change your plans up- I know that’s not AS bad as whatever is going on but I’m sure you are disappointed!

  • Amy September 24, 2010, 3:32 pm

    Strength, peace and best wishes to you and your family. Drive safely!

  • Leanne @ Radiant, Balanced & Fit September 24, 2010, 3:33 pm

    Sorry to hear that your family is going through a tough time.

    Family comes above everything else 🙂

  • Jess @ atasteofconfidence September 24, 2010, 3:34 pm

    Hope everything’s okay, have a safe drive!

  • Jessie September 24, 2010, 3:34 pm

    Have a safe drive and I hope everything works out with your family emergency.

  • Little Bookworm September 24, 2010, 3:35 pm

    I hope everything turns out ok. Have a safe drive!

  • Teacherwoman September 24, 2010, 3:36 pm

    Sorry to hear about your change in plans. I hope everything works out and everyone is okay.

  • Michele @ Healthy Cultivations September 24, 2010, 3:36 pm

    Hope all goes well. You’re so right that family is above all else. That doesn’t mean you aren’t allowed to feel disappointed over missing the race and friend visit. There’ll be a next time though. Safe driving!

  • Di September 24, 2010, 3:38 pm

    I’ll keep my fingers crossed that everything turns out okay. Drive safe!

  • Alicia at Poise in Parma September 24, 2010, 3:38 pm

    Sending good vibes your way.

    …in other news, that looks like the most amazing wrap ever made. I’m totally inspired by that hummus/pesto/brussels sprouts combo.

  • Alexa @ The Girl In Chucks September 24, 2010, 3:38 pm

    Sorry you have an emergency on your hands, and also that you’re going to miss your race.

    Hope it all works out…sending positive thoughts.

  • Liz September 24, 2010, 3:40 pm

    sending good thoughts your way!

  • Kelly September 24, 2010, 3:44 pm

    Sorry to hear you have a family emergency. Your family will be in my prayers. Sending lots of love your way.

  • Kristen September 24, 2010, 3:45 pm

    Drive safely- and I’m glad you’re able to go be supportive in a family emergency!

  • Shrinking mommy of 2 September 24, 2010, 3:46 pm

    Hope all works out! Hugs to you and your family during this time

  • Shrinking mommy of 2 September 24, 2010, 3:46 pm

    oh…and way to put your family first …you know there will be other races!

  • Rachael @ Mrs. Adventure September 24, 2010, 3:48 pm

    I will keep you and your family in my prayers… and don’t worry God laughs at my plans often :+)

  • Carrie H September 24, 2010, 3:50 pm

    Oh no, Caitlin, I hope whatever is going on works out for the best. Drive safely, and I’ll say a prayer for you guys!

  • ashleigh September 24, 2010, 3:52 pm

    I hope everything is ok with you and your family.

  • mindy @ just a one girl revolution. September 24, 2010, 3:54 pm

    Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers! Have a safe trip!

  • hippierunner September 24, 2010, 3:54 pm

    I hope everything turns out well. I will be sending positive vibes your way!

  • Amanda September 24, 2010, 3:54 pm

    I hope everything works out for the best!

  • Tina September 24, 2010, 3:55 pm

    You and your family will be in my prayers for whatever it may be. Have a safe trip.

  • Holly @ couchpotatoathlete September 24, 2010, 3:57 pm

    Caitlin, sorry to hear about the family trouble. But sometimes things happen like this. I’ll be thinking of you and your family. Take care and have a safe trip!

  • Teri [a foodie stays fit] September 24, 2010, 3:57 pm

    I’m so sorry about the crisis. I hope everything will be OK. You are so wonderful for putting family first!

  • eri September 24, 2010, 3:57 pm

    hope everything is/turns out ok! you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!

  • Sarena (The Non Dairy Queen) September 24, 2010, 3:58 pm

    Sorry things are rough for a family member right now! Be careful and I hope things are better when you get there.

  • Katherine @ Left Coast Contessa September 24, 2010, 4:01 pm

    Sorry about the family trouble. Its the worst. Have a safe drive and I hope everything is OK with your fam.

  • Samantha @Food Edu September 24, 2010, 4:07 pm

    Best wishes for your family member. Have a safe trip 🙂

  • Carolyn @ lovinlosing September 24, 2010, 4:12 pm

    I’m so sorry about your family member’s emergency. Have a safe drive and I hope everything turns out okay.

  • Erin September 24, 2010, 4:13 pm

    Fingers crossed for a positive resolution to the crisis. A friend of mine just had to do something very similar due to a family crisis. Down to missing her scheduled half marathon and everything. It’s rough but you’re right that family comes first.

  • Lauren at KeepItSweet September 24, 2010, 4:14 pm

    sorry to hear that, i hope everything ends up ok

  • Laurie September 24, 2010, 4:22 pm

    So sorry about the family crisis! Drive carefully!

  • Rachel September 24, 2010, 4:24 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Drive safe!

  • Tiffany (Stuffed with Fluff) September 24, 2010, 4:24 pm

    I hope that everything is ok. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Drive safe!

  • Erin @ A Girl & Her Mutt September 24, 2010, 4:25 pm

    Have a safe trip and best wishes for your family!

  • manda September 24, 2010, 4:25 pm

    sorry to hear about the family crisis, that sounds awful. also sorry you have to miss the half, your family needs you. in the end, family is all we have. take care.

  • Cristy September 24, 2010, 4:26 pm

    I hope everything is ok. *hug*

  • Heather September 24, 2010, 4:28 pm

    so sorry about the crisis. Drive safe! You are right about theplans we make!

  • Hedda September 24, 2010, 4:30 pm

    Take care of yourself, and your loved ones Caitlin.
    Hope things will work out, and that the person who is struggling will manage to fight it through.

    Sending all of my support and positive thoughts your way.

  • LC @ Let Them Eat Lentils September 24, 2010, 4:33 pm

    Good luck with everything on the family front and I’m glad you’ll be there to support them.

    Maybe you can still run your long half-marathon by yourself in Florida? Half-marathon of one 🙂

  • Shari September 24, 2010, 4:34 pm

    Sending good thoughts to you and the family!

  • Marina September 24, 2010, 4:39 pm

    I’ll have my fingers crossed, I hope everything turns out good.
    Stay strong

  • Tay September 24, 2010, 4:51 pm

    Hoping things are okay for your family!!!

  • Deb September 24, 2010, 5:06 pm

    Best of luck to you and your family, Caitlin. I hope everything turns out for the best.

  • Natalia - a side of simple September 24, 2010, 5:11 pm

    Sorry for the (intense) change of plans. I’ll say a prayer for your safe trip and for your family!

  • Caitlin September 24, 2010, 5:30 pm

    My thoughts are with you and your family. It’s good you will be there to support them.

  • Dev September 24, 2010, 5:36 pm

    Have a safe trip! I’ll keep you your family in my prayers.

  • Laurie September 24, 2010, 5:54 pm

    I hope everything goes ok. Thinking about you guys.

  • Maren September 24, 2010, 5:54 pm

    I am sorry to hear about the emergency! Glad you are putting your family first! Hang in there. You are in my prayers! Have a safe drive!

  • Jasmine @ Eat Move Write September 24, 2010, 5:54 pm

    i wish you all so much goodness. be safe on your trip!

  • Nicole@thesaltedkitchen September 24, 2010, 5:59 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear! I’ll be thinking of you and your family!

  • christina cadden September 24, 2010, 6:00 pm

    Praying for you and your family.

  • Kristin September 24, 2010, 6:13 pm

    Sending good vibes and prayers your way! Drive safe!

  • Alyssa September 24, 2010, 6:15 pm

    Yes, you should get a Reese’s blizzard 😛

  • Michele September 24, 2010, 6:31 pm

    Travel safe; sorry for the change of plans, but you are right, family is ALWAYS most important!

  • Charlotte September 24, 2010, 6:51 pm

    So sorry to hear. You and your family will be in my thoughts!

  • ari September 24, 2010, 6:52 pm

    hope everything works out<3

  • chelsey @ clean eating chelsey September 24, 2010, 6:54 pm

    Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear about this – it definitely blows when plans change when you’re not expecting them to. I hope your family member is doing okay!

  • Camille September 24, 2010, 6:56 pm

    Eek, I hope everyone is okay!

  • Rebecca September 24, 2010, 7:00 pm

    *hugs* I’m sorry to hear about something bad going on with your family. I’m sure you being there makes it a bit better for your husband. Take good care beautiful!!

  • Kaci September 24, 2010, 7:03 pm

    Thinking of you and your blessed family!

  • Lily @ Lily's Health Pad September 24, 2010, 7:12 pm

    I hope everything is ok. 🙁

  • kilax September 24, 2010, 7:12 pm

    A few weeks ago I had to leave my home for a family emergency in another state, and miss a half marathon as well. 🙁 But, it was worth it to be there with family. Hope it all turns out (and I hope it is appropriate to say that – people said that to me and I kind of shuddered because the person ended up dying).

    • Caitlin September 25, 2010, 10:03 am

      i’m sorry to hear about their passing 🙁

      • kilax September 25, 2010, 2:20 pm

        Thanks Caitlin! I hope your emergency is not life threatening. It’s good that you can be there! 🙂

  • Anna @ Doing Good & Living Well September 24, 2010, 7:19 pm

    Thinking of you and your family. I hope everything turns out all right. I’ll be praying for y’all. Also, hope the car trip isn’t too bad.

  • Anne September 24, 2010, 7:35 pm

    Hope everything’s okay!! I think being in FL with the fam is the best place for you to be right now. Have a safe trip – you guys will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin September 24, 2010, 7:59 pm

    Sorry about your family emergency. I hope everything is okay!

    It’s hard when life gets in the way of plans, but there will always be time to make up for it. 🙂

  • Sara September 24, 2010, 8:09 pm

    Best wishes to your family, I hope everything turns out OK!! Drive safe!!

  • Moni'sMeals September 24, 2010, 8:39 pm

    Thinking of you, hope it all turns out. Your family is lucky to have you!

  • maria @ Chasing the Now September 24, 2010, 8:48 pm

    Hope everything turns out okay. Remember to take care of yourself!

  • Monica September 24, 2010, 9:07 pm

    Sorry for the challenges! Have a safe drive and good luck with everything!

  • Traci September 24, 2010, 9:18 pm

    Wow, that lunch looks incredible! It literally made my mouth water! I hope everything gets worked out for your family. Best of luck to them and you.

  • Jessica (Fit and Clean) September 24, 2010, 9:20 pm

    I hope everything turns out ok! Safe travels to you!

  • Lana September 24, 2010, 9:31 pm

    I thought it was ironic that the quote in your previous post was about change. It sounds like your rolling with it like a champ. I’m so sorry you are missing your half. Travel safe and I hope all is ok on the family front.

  • Chelsea at Striking Balance September 24, 2010, 9:39 pm

    Hope everything works out with the family. Travel safe!!

  • Maddie September 24, 2010, 9:39 pm

    Sending lots of prayers your way! Life is all about adjusting to the present. Safe travels!

  • eatmovelove September 24, 2010, 9:39 pm

    Heartfelt wishes to said family member. And, of course, its their privacy!

    Safe travels.

    P.S (Sorry if you hate P.Ss…;) ) – I think I get that pop-up ad with any site that includes the term HEALTH in it!! I have no idea why – but it popped up again when I went to HealthyHoggins blog! Weird…

  • Wei-Wei September 24, 2010, 9:40 pm

    I hope that everything is okay. Have a safe trip, and spend time with your family. We’ll be here for you 🙂

  • Janessa September 24, 2010, 9:42 pm

    I’m so sorry your family is going through turmoil. Remember, we’re not given anything we’re not meant to overcome.
    xo

  • Michal September 24, 2010, 10:04 pm

    Sending positive thoughts your way!

  • Cynthia (It All Changes) September 24, 2010, 10:14 pm

    So sorry that something is up with your family. I will be praying for you as your family deals with this.

  • Lizzy September 24, 2010, 10:14 pm

    I hope everything turns out ok Caitlin! sending you my prayers!

  • NC September 24, 2010, 10:18 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you caitlin !! As somebody pointed out earlier , everything will be OKAY in the end , if it’s not then it’s NOT the END …. Have a safe trip ….

  • Heather September 24, 2010, 10:39 pm

    Hope all is well, will keep you and your family in thoughts and prayers.

  • Brooke September 24, 2010, 10:40 pm

    It’s a shame you have to miss the race. I know you must be disappointed. Take care of your family and I will keep them in my thoughts. I hope all is well sooner rather than later!

  • Annie@stronghealthyfit September 24, 2010, 10:52 pm

    Sorry Caitlin, whatever it is. Hope it turns out ok.
    Btw, love the British lingo 🙂

  • Brynne September 24, 2010, 10:54 pm

    I hope everything’s ok!

  • Jessica @ The Process of Healing September 24, 2010, 11:19 pm

    Oh wow, my thoughts are with you and your family!

  • Jess C September 25, 2010, 12:26 am

    I hope you and your family are okay, in big scheme of things half marathons are definitely not important! 🙂

  • Jo @JAGSfitnessblog.com September 25, 2010, 3:25 am

    Hope things get better soon Caitlin, best wishes to you and your family

    xx

  • Stacey (The Habit of Healthy) September 25, 2010, 4:50 am

    I really hope everything is ok. All the best.

  • jassy September 25, 2010, 6:06 am

    i hope it will be okay whatever that is…God is there to help you out…there is a reason for the change of plan 🙂

  • Erica September 25, 2010, 7:42 am

    My heart is with you!!Drive/be safe!

  • Angela (Oh She Glows) September 25, 2010, 8:10 am

    Im so sorry to hear about the family emergency Caitlin. You and your family are in my prayers. xoxo

  • Katy September 25, 2010, 8:27 am

    C (and K),

    I’m so sorry to hear about the emergency — you’re all in our thoughts. Be safe.

  • Lauren @ Health on the Run September 25, 2010, 10:14 am

    So sorry to hear about the family emergency! I hope everything gets better soon. And I’m sorry that you had to change your plans, though it is nice you were able to be flexible enough to drop everything at the last minute. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!!

  • Amber K September 25, 2010, 11:14 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. I hope something it blessed upon your family today.

  • Sana September 25, 2010, 2:08 pm

    Life is mysterious and you are doing what is best for you and the family. Lots of love <3

  • Nicole September 25, 2010, 6:16 pm

    Thoughts and prayers to your family Caitlin. Sorry to hear of the news.

  • Wendy Irene (Give Love Create Happiness) September 25, 2010, 10:40 pm

    I hope everything goes well on your trip! Good for you for putting your family first. Thinking of you.

  • Reenie September 27, 2010, 11:31 am

    I hope everything turns out okay. I’ll be thinking of you too. Take care ~

  • Lindsay @ The Ketchup Diaries September 27, 2010, 1:41 pm

    Catching up on posts and just want you to know I’m thinking of you.

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