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  Happy Weekend! Last night I was really looking forward going on a long run this morning. I headed to my old stomping grounds in Long Beach for a run. But first, I had toast with PB&J. I have been bringing my hand held water bottle for these mid-length runs. Once I increase mileage ... Read More about 11 Mile Run in Long Beach

This isn’t “Brunch” because I feel like brunch happens when you have a late breakfast/early lunch. But, I had my usual breakfast and then wanted eggs for lunch. I scrambled up: onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, salsa and a little bit of spinach with egg beaters for this mix. Served with a ww ... Read More about Breakfast for Lunch

I love the Fourth of July! I love the U.S., I love bar-b-ques and I love the summer!!! Oh, and the fireworks aren’t too shabby either ;) Plus, I love cooking and I love that I’m now close to family, so I have people to cook for (and I’m not left eating everything myself)! I really want to make ... Read More about Fourth of July Desserts

Guacamole time should be every day. I think America should have Guac Time, like England has tea time. Who’s in? Today I used our abundant supply of avocados to make Monica’s Famous Guacamole. Unfortunately, this recipe really is an “eyeball it” to measure kinda recipe, so it’s not easy for me to ... Read More about Guacamole Time!

Today is July 1st! This means I only have 6 months to complete my 2010 resolutions! I was reviewing them this morning and am not doing well at all :( Oh No! But, the good news is that 6 months is plenty of time to finish them off. It’s just going to take a lot of hard work. Fitness Goals: -Lose ... Read More about 2010 Resolutions Revisited

I am coming to you after lunch because I had a job interview this morning and have been busy until just now :) After my alarm went off I helped get Ben out the door for his first day of work, then I ran a short 3 miler and got ready for my interview. I actually have another interview scheduled ... Read More about Job Interviews

Thank you all for your well wishes with my move. I really appreciate it! www.nataliedee.com I had the best of intentions with my snacks today, but I caved. I brought cherries to the movies… (Since I was driving I asked Ben to take a picture of the cherries. So you get eating while driving pics. ... Read More about Movie Snacks

I rocked the heck out of my run today. I’d like to credit the California smog air, but I know it’s really because it is so flat here. Flat routes = fast runs! We ended up stayed awake super late last night hanging out with my brother and his girlfriend. They picked us up from the airport around ... Read More about Flat Ass Run

“Right back where I started from….” Ben and I joke that I am a lot like Lucy from “I Love Lucy”. I have red hair, am pretty loud and am constantly coming up with new crazy ideas. It’s true. But that’s why you guys stick around right? All day long I’ve been singing “California here I come, right ... Read More about California Here I Come…

Today was all about wrapping things up and getting out of town. We slept in our empty apartment and I woke up bright and early for a run. I was determined to get in one last run on my favorite path. I went slow and easy for a few miles since I felt a little jacked up from sleeping on the floor. ... Read More about One More Maryland Run

Yesterday was one of the most draining days I’ve had in a long time. Moving is like running a marathon because it’s a ton of physical work, the build up is very stressful and when it’s over you’re both relieved and a little sad. I woke up early Sunday morning because the movers were scheduled to ... Read More about “See Ya Later…”

Today was the last crunch before the movers, like the new york international movers, come tomorrow morning. Ben and I still had a lot to do since we couldn’t pack a lot of stuff we were still using. I attempted to wake up a little early to get in a run before packing. I ended up doing 10 miles ... Read More about Moving Fuel

One of the best thing about summer is Slurpees! To clarify – Crystal Light Slurpees. I love them and love that I’m not downing hundreds of calories on a drink (just chemicals, but whatev).   My big Slurpee. I didn’t get brain freeze even though I downed this so fast! It was hot and this ... Read More about Crystal Light Slurpees

Hello and Happy Friday! This morning I hit up my last Friday KB class with my favorite instructor :( I am on a serious mission to find a similar class in CA – or start teaching one!!! Right after KB I rushed home to shower and get ready for Ben’s farewell lunch. It’s difficult to find something ... Read More about Farewell Pharad

This morning I took Ben to work (he sold his car yesterday) and then hit up the gym. He got cash for cars when he sold it to Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers at 502 E Border St, Arlington, TX 76010 (682) 332-7451.  It was a pretty rushed day, thus I am just now stopping by to say “Hello!”. I threw ... Read More about Burger without the Patty