Running, being a girl mom, changing lives.
It is the last day of the month and I am finishing strong. I am feeling better as I have been making small steps every day. April was a hard month for me. I had struggles, but I kept getting up again. I am thankful for all of those that support me and help to … Continue reading April Reflection and looking forward
I have talked previously that April seems to be my struggle month. It has continued to be that for me even after recognizing the difficulties. Today was the first time in 4 days that I got on the treadmill. Never miss a Monday right? I'm looking at this week as a game changer. I am … Continue reading Never Miss a Monday
Ahh April 1st. Mostly jokes. The birthday of the US Navy Chiefs. A new month is full of possibilities. This is a time for reflection and setting goals. My goals for this month are to write more and to find a new race to train for. I am planning to do a few 5ks and … Continue reading New Month, New Goals
I did it. I am now part of the club of people that have run a half marathon. I am two days out and I am so proud of myself. I am sore but mostly a good sore. I ran the Race to the Cave half marathon in Woodville, Alabama. The course was beautiful and … Continue reading My 1st Half Marathon
It is finally here! My half marathon is on Sunday. My goal is to finish. This is my first one and I just want to cross the finish line. My prep this week is to focus on keeping my body moving and fueled. I want to stay moving but I am not trying to run … Continue reading Race Week
Family self-care is not something that I see a lot of people talking about. Maybe they don't call it that. I really think that should be a thing. Maybe it is and I just don't have the right name for it. Here's how I see family self-care: everyone has their own time, parents/partners/grandparents/adults have time … Continue reading Family self-care
Being a mom is great. I have gotten away from talking about that part of my life here. I have focused on my fitness journey for the last month or more. Fitness and self-care are very important. However, being a mom is amazing. My sweet girl is 4 and a powerhouse. She loves learning. I … Continue reading Reading routines
The question I continue to see in the groups I am a part of and even from people in my life is "How do you do it every day? I can start but I just give up." I have been there. It was a cycle for a long time. Then I was fed up. My … Continue reading Motivation
I sit here on my couch at 240am. I have been awake for over an hour. I could most certainly complain about my situation. My alarm is set to go off at 410 so I can hit snooze and it can go off again at 430. I have a 6 mile run on my training … Continue reading That bright spot
An extra day off. I enjoy these days. I have entire day to get things done or do nothing at all. It is my choice. No time to be somewhere no designated lunch break. "Normal" people probably sleep in, but I don't. I was up around 530 it is just my routine. I am choosing … Continue reading An extra day off
