This post brought to you by Sabra Dipping Co, LLC.. All opinions are 100% mine. Years ago I made hummustard salad dressing for the first time. It’s name gives away 90% of the ‘secret’ recipe = hummus + mustard. Oh, hummustard. Just like me, it’s not fancy. And also like me it’s ... Read More about The Infamous Hummustard Salad Dressing Recipe
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Liquid Diet of Purple Drink
Hello! How was your weekend? Mine was full of relaxing and eatin’ – I needed that. It also included running Saturday morning. And catching up with my best friend Saturday night Aaand discovering this ridiculous drink Viniq. It’s shimmery and purple and tastes good straight… which ... Read More about Liquid Diet of Purple Drink
My Favorite Things From the Week
Hi! I’m just over here Googling “how to cut your bangs” so if you don’t see any selfies for a while you know I did a hack job. Except it’s more like this: Now it’s time for my FAVORITE things from the week: My new-and-not-improved-but-really-cheap flower ... Read More about My Favorite Things From the Week
My Cat is Missing
Hello! Happy Friday. Last night the girls came over so I put out a little spread. Chips and guac to start because I cannot get enough right now. It was great to have company. I always joke about not having friends, but my peeps have really rallied around me this week and I am so ... Read More about My Cat is Missing
My Favorite Tiny Person
Yesterday afternoon I woke up Vegas because we were having guests over! I was pretty excited, but he didn’t seem to care. My favorite lil person ‘MJ’ came over to hang out. When Vegas heard her squeals he came to investigate. She wanted to investigate his tail… It was all so cute it ... Read More about My Favorite Tiny Person
Your Questions From This Week
Hello welcome to my running blog! I’m in a funny mood today… I was catching up on email and comments and realized I was getting the same ones over and over so I’m here to answer the top 3 questions your Monican received this week… This week’s Running Blog Sentences with a “?” at the ... Read More about Your Questions From This Week
What Every Runner Should Have At All Times
Hello! How’s it going? This morning I woke up before my alarm and headed out for a run at my favorite spot. I’ve decided to start waking up earlier to run before the sun because I don’t want to get skin cancer or turn into one giant freckle. Those who are noticing signs and symptoms of skin cancer ... Read More about What Every Runner Should Have At All Times
Good News and Bad News and Bad Pirate Joke.
Hello! How’s it going? Over here it’s going… I got some horrible news yesterday. But the good news is – it’s soooo bad I haven’t been hungry! That never happens. I don’t even want to chew gum!! <- That’s a habit I have been wanting to break for a long time. Even though it’s only two ... Read More about Good News and Bad News and Bad Pirate Joke.
Half Marathon Race Discount Codes
Hello! I have more race discount codes for you today! I love when I can share the love. It has only been 28 hours since the Ventura Marathon and I’m all ready to get out there and run another race! And if you want to come out and run a half marathon in two weeks the Harvest Half Marathon is Sept ... Read More about Half Marathon Race Discount Codes
The Potato Chips You Can Skip Because They’re Gross
Hello! Happy Monday! How was your weekend? I ran the Ventura Marathon and ate a bunch of random food. After the race I stopped at CVS for a big water and saw all the new Lay’s potato chip weird flavors in the min-bags. So, post-marathon delirium made me buy them. I took them to my mom’s ... Read More about The Potato Chips You Can Skip Because They’re Gross
Ventura Marathon Recap
Hello! I ran the Ventura Marathon this weekend and here is my results and recap post…Did you run it? Run another race? First. Yesterday I wasn’t the best at carb-loading, but I was great at food loading. So, it works. I went to Korean BBQ with Ben, my brother, SIL and that baby I ... Read More about Ventura Marathon Recap
Silent Saturday Headed to Ventura
Snapshots from Saturday... (basically, the good parts because I didn't stop and take a picture of the bright, shiny new parking ticket I got) #Boo ... Read More about Silent Saturday Headed to Ventura
Friday Favorites–Tamales oh yeah
Hello! Happy Friday!! Even though this was a short week I felt super busy!! I woke up this morning with some major low back tightness. It’s something like a spasm and a cramp. Boo. So, this morning I am treating myself to a run and a yoga class. I have a race this weekend and am really hoping the ... Read More about Friday Favorites–Tamales oh yeah
Urban Remedy Detox Review
Hello! I have an interesting review of Urban Remedy’s Detox kit today. They offer juice cleanses and detoxes. Officially they call it “Wellness Kits” there are three options and I tried the 3 Day Metabolism Kit. I didn’t really want to do a juice cleanse because I love running eating and ... Read More about Urban Remedy Detox Review
Gluten Free Banana Choc Chip Muffins Review
Hello! How’s it going? Vegas says ‘what’s up?’. My legs were super dragging on my run yesterday so I knew it was time for a rest day. Actually, Thursdays are usually my rest day so this worked out great. I took a short walk and did some strength while watching HLN and the Duggars. It ... Read More about Gluten Free Banana Choc Chip Muffins Review
Feet on the Street–Two New Mizuno Runners
Hello! I proudly sport Mizuno running shoes so I was very excited when a company rep contacted me announcing two new pro runners to join the Mizuno team roster - Lindsay Flanagan and Sheree Shea. I was able to interview the girls and because I know my readers want to know the ‘good stuff’ I ... Read More about Feet on the Street–Two New Mizuno Runners