Tuesday Thoughts…Planning

Yesterday, on my daughter's birthday, she and I took turns on the treadmill. I ran my 5 miles (which is kind of my standard distance), and she ran 2 1/4 miles (yes, she wanted to be sure I included that 1/4 mile and didn't say "over" 2 miles). While she ran, I added a new … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts…Planning

Over 5 Miles of Laundry…

I usually do our laundry over the weekend. This weekend, I had the pleasure of running my first 5k since hitting remission with my running partner - my daughter. We had a terrific time. It was a breast cancer fundraiser, with a balloon release at the end. "Maddie" and I watched our two balloons twirl … Continue reading Over 5 Miles of Laundry…

Tuesday Thoughts on Fitness…

I have a captive audience this week, since my children aren't going to school. Yesterday, they did those stadium stairs with me. Today, Moses ran errands with me - on foot. We still have to hit the pool for a good long swim this week, and take our mountain hike. Plus a crossfit stadium stair … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts on Fitness…

Monday, Banana Bread, Painting, and Parties…

My children have a holiday from school this entire week. It's considered a "winter break." It is currently in the 80s outside, so I'm not feeling altogether wintry around here. My daughter is celebrating a friend's birthday today, and I baked a loaf of my banana bread for the birthday girl. I've never particularly cared … Continue reading Monday, Banana Bread, Painting, and Parties…

Product Review – FitBit Force

Here it is, my review of my new fitness "gadget." Overall, I have to say I'm thrilled. 🙂 The FitBit Force is easy to set up, and very user friendly. I especially like that it monitors the quality of my sleep, since I tend to wake up around 4:00 a.m., I feel better knowing that … Continue reading Product Review – FitBit Force