October 2010

It’s official: I am sick.  Groggy, rundown, foggy headed.  Sick, sick, sick.  Hopefully this is an epic 24-hour bug, and I will wake up feeling better than ever tomorrow. :)   Unfortunately, this illness has struck at a bad time because I was scheduled to run 6.0 miles today and tomorrow is suppose to be [...]

I stole someone’s leftover Chinese food for my own lunch.  Matrimony rules. I healthed it up by added a huge side of steamed spinach.  steamed spinach is so pretty, don’t you think?  I love steaming spinach or putting it inside a smoothie because you get so much vegetable bang for your buck.  I think I [...]

I woke up with a scratchy throat; nothing too bad.  I haven’t been sick in months, but if it’s going to happen, I’d prefer it happened 16 days before the marathon, and not 2 days before.  Positive side, right?   This made me feel much better!  :)    I’ve always shied away from super sugary [...]

Hi, friends! I had a lovely day.  I actually got a ton of work done, which is always nice… sometimes writing goes so slowly.  It was also a rest day for me.  Rest days are so important for marathon training (and fitness in general!).  I was definitely in need of a break today because yoga [...]

Parsnip, you are a truly wonderful vegetable. Especially when I cut you up and make you into little “fries.”   Have you not experimented with parsnip?  It’s so delicious.  It tastes like a cross between a carrot, spices, and a potato, and when you slice it, coat with olive oil and salt, and roast at [...]

There’s one tree in my neighborhood that I’m just waiting to illustrate signs of Fall.  It’s still so green and lush.  When this tree turns, I’ll know Fall is really here! I’ll admit, I am a little obsessed with the idea of experiencing seasons again.  I grew in Miami, so our seasons were hot, hotter, [...]

Another fun afternoon with my lovely girls from Girls on the Run.  Our latest and greatest trick to motivate the girls is these fun charm necklaces. Every time they run a mile, the girls get a new foot!  It helps them to have a tangible reward for each accomplishment.  They run about 2 to 3 [...]

I’ve flip-flopped my morning; I’m doing exercise + play in the morning and volunteering + work in the evening.   I took advantage of the cooler weather this morning to run 3.0 miles.  I felt pretty sore from yesterday’s 6.0, and I didn’t have my iPod, so I really struggled.  Funny how 3.0 miles feels [...]

I might have peaked when I created Pancake Truffles.  Who knows if I’ll ever dream up anything else as delicious? I’ve made one variation of the original recipe, Strawberry Pancake Truffles, but the classic version was still my favorite.   Here’s another new twist!   Gingerbread Truffles   Ingredients (for 3 truffles or 1 serving): [...]

Can I just say that I had a really, really fun day?  Probably the most fun I’ve had in a long time, in fact.  :)  Nothing too special or unique; just the simple things that I really love:  running, froyo, wine, hanging out with friends, listening to music.  Simple is good.   First up:  Kath, [...]

The girls:   The boys: After a week of work, I am enjoying a day off to play with Kath + Matt!  The Husband worked all weekend too, so he’s playing hooky as well.   Matt and Kath are pretty fast runners, so when they suggested that I join them for a 6.0-mile jaunt, I [...]

I love how Charlotte is slowly easing into winter.  In Pittsburgh, it went from summer to winter in a week flat.  :)  These cold and crisp mornings better stick around until October 30 (marathon day)! Pumpkin Loaf Oatmeal   I was craving something seasonal this morning. Enter… pumpkin loaf oatmeal! In the mix:   1/2 [...]

Just a mere 24 hours after I arrived, it’s time to say goodbye to New York City.  Goodbye, NYC!  Til we meet again.   My presentation at the tween summit went well.  I spoke to about 50 parents about Operation Beautiful, Fat Talk, and the impact of Photoshopping on girls and older women, too. The [...]