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{Inaugural} Run River City Marathon 2013 Recap
Gearing up for the Run River City Marathon, I had three things I wanted to focus on correcting and/or improving: mental strength, humility and better cross training. I mentioned them in my recap of...
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Meal Plan for the Week {Vol. 1}
I was sitting at the computer working on my weekly meal plan and today’s shopping list when I had a thought . . . why not share my meal plan on the ole blog? In case, you’re curious about what a week’s...
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Meal Plan for the Week {Vol. 2} & Some Ramblings
When I got back from my run this morning, I re-read this post ~ Finding Joy in Running. Today’s run? Horrible. I wish I knew the key to having a fantastic run every time I lace up my shoes. I wish I...
View ArticleThe Post I’ve Dreaded Writing
This blog has been mostly silent for awhile. There’s a reason for that and I really haven’t had the energy or desire to write about it. I’m embarrassed. Humiliated. I’m frustrated. I. Am. Tired. What...
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Overwhelmed. Humbled. Relieved.
Those three words are what kept floating through my mind as I read through all of the comments and messages I received. Y’all poured so much love, grace, understanding and encouragement on me. When...
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Finding My “Strong” Again
Since my post about wanting to just be DONE with this whole journey, I haven’t experienced any fireworks, earthquakes or other stubborn-will-shattering moments. Yet . . . I can slowly feel my old...
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Just Another Random Monday
Please Note: This picture has nothing to do with this post. So, I have this little crick in my neck. Now, it’s little. Over the weekend, it wasn’t. I couldn’t look to the right without turning my...
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Saying Goodbye . . . . For Now
I have a secret. Something I’ve struggled with for years. I realize by sharing this I might possibly be opening myself up to some harsh comments and criticisms. I’m okay with that. Hmmmmmm. That’s a...
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Homemade Cereal
About three months ago, I started making homemade cereal. This was also about the same time my super woman cape was delivered via amazon (dot) com drone. *pauses* No, really. It’s okay. Go ahead and...
View ArticleCome see me . . .
Ok. So . . . I’m going to be changing things around. Kind of like moving furniture, but way more dangerous because it involves me and the internet. It has long been my desire to marry my two brands –...
View ArticleAfter a long hiatus . . . .
At one time, blogging was a huge part of my life. And then it wasn’t. And I didn’t miss it. Until this morning. Out of nowhere, I was struck with the thought that I have more I want to say. About life....
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Let It Begin on the Inside
Warning: I’m about to put on my sassy pants. Can I tell you something? I have reached a point in my life where I don’t care. I have zero cares. Apathy is my middle name. Now, before you become too...
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80s Workout Fashion Naturally Leads into this . . .
Are you familiar with 80s workout fashion? The lyrca pants with a leotard over top? Behold . . . I went to the gym dressed like that. Well, not exactly. My lyrca pants were gray. And it wasn’t in the...
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Six Months
The past few nights I’ve gone out chasing the sunset. Today marks six months. Winter has passed. Spring has passed. Soon it will be fall. I miss you, Dad.
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“He Sprouts Veins Like I Sprout Love Handles”
What’s it like to be married to someone who has never struggled with weight issues? Someone who has remained within the same 5-10 pound weight range his entire adult life? Someone who does not turn to...
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Don’t Wait!
Do you know how many times I wore a swimsuit three summers ago when I was at my healthiest weight? ZERO. That’s right. I was so self-conscious about the way I looked in a swimsuit that I refused to put...
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Love to Eat Hate to Eat: Chapter 1 & 2
“For the first time in my life, I think I’m finally free from the tyranny of food. I don’t spend my day thinking about what I’ve eaten, what I will eat, or how much I weigh. I’m learning to replace...
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Finding My “Strong” Again
Since my post about wanting to just be DONE with this whole journey, I haven’t experienced any fireworks, earthquakes or other stubborn-will-shattering moments. Yet . . . I can slowly feel my old...
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Just Another Random Monday
Please Note: This picture has nothing to do with this post. So, I have this little crick in my neck. Now, it’s little. Over the weekend, it wasn’t. I couldn’t look to the right without turning my...
View ArticleRemoving a Mask. Bingeing. My Story.
Are you ready for real? Because it’s about to get real. I’m talking raw, honest, gut-wrenching make-you-uncomfortable real. Bingeing. Let me clarify something straightaway. When I say bingeing, I’m not...
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