I feel so out of place with races and blogging. I still identify myself as a California girl/blogger, but I’m missing out on all the cool CA race scene. Like this weekend’s LA Marathon! My friends Terence and Kyna will be running their first marathon together in LA! Kyna is very new to running ... Read More about Good Luck and Missing Out
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Sad to Be Better
Today was my last appointment with my Physical Therapist. Boo. I am happy that I am ready to run again, but sad to stop working with her. She definitely someone I would be friends with in real life :) But- my running is not the only reason I won’t be working with her anymore. She’s moving back ... Read More about Sad to Be Better
Not A Good Sign
It’s never a good sign when you come home from the gym to 3 fire trucks, 2 ambulances and several police cars sitting outside your apartment… Then understanding the nuances of fire safety regulations can be challenging for any business. It's vital to keep abreast of the latest guidelines and ensure ... Read More about Not A Good Sign
Bread for Breakfast
Of course I had to have some of the Irish Soda bread for breakfast! I know I am going to eat it anyways, so it’s best to actually eat it during a meal rather then sneak slices in between meals all day. I toasted up a piece and slathered it with almond butter = divine. On the side I had my ... Read More about Bread for Breakfast
Dark Chocolate and Jammies
Some days I’m not going to stop eating ate eight (even though I think I’m really onto something with the idea)…some days call for dark chocolate and jammies well into the evening. This was one of those nights. This afternoon I wanted to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day, but green beer isn’t my thing. ... Read More about Dark Chocolate and Jammies
Running with a Smile
I did my first outside run today and I think I was running with a smile on my face the whole time :) Stats: 4miles in about 39 minutes. I’ve really slowed down on my time off, but this was my first real run since my injury, so patience is needed! When I got back I had one thing on my mind = Bagel! ... Read More about Running with a Smile
Lentils and Rice
Today I was working with: lentils, rice, tomato paste and stewed tomatoes. I considered making the Lentil Loaf I made a year ago (blogs are so cool in how you can keep track of that stuff!). But, I decided to wing it instead of using a recipe. I figured I would cook the lentils, mix them up with ... Read More about Lentils and Rice
Not the full story
The pictures of my eats today definitely don’t show the full story. I had this “third grade lunch” of PB&J, carrots and yogurt. But – I added hummus to the carrots and chia seeds & cereal to the yogurt too! Then, I went for a long walk to enjoy this amazing weather we’re having :) It ... Read More about Not the full story
Hot Sauce Love
I only discovered my love for hot sauce in the last two years. Even though I grew up in Pico Rivera (where there was an earthquake this morning!!!), in a Mexican household that was never short on salsa or Tapatio I always stayed away from anything remotely hot. But now that I have opened up my ... Read More about Hot Sauce Love
Rule #34: Don’t Buy It
Healthy Living Rule #34: If you don’t want to eat it, Don’t buy it. This is a simple rule, but one I sometimes break. Like I did today for example. I just ran into the store for one thing. Yes, I actually ran. Now I that I have clearance from the PT I run everywhere = around the supermarket ... Read More about Rule #34: Don’t Buy It
I’m In The Men’s Room
This week my gym is renovating the women’s locker room, so all women have to use the Men’s Locker room and the men are using the Women’s. Aren’t you curious about boys bathrooms and changing rooms? I kinda am, but this one would have been more fun if there actually were men in it ;) It was just ... Read More about I’m In The Men’s Room
Raw and Fried
I ate Raw veggies and Fried veggies for lunch today. First in the form of a salad: and then in the form of chips. Both were delicious in their own way :) But, I’m going out of order here, this morning Ben and I went for a walk. It was a gloomy day, but at least it’s not raining ... Read More about Raw and Fried
French Fries and Cookies
I love walking around health food stores and checking out all the goods. I can spend hours in places like WF or my local Mom’s Organic Market. I can also spend way too much money on all that good stuff!! I scored a nice sample of granola while walking around the store… It was so good I really ... Read More about French Fries and Cookies
What I Learned from NOT Running
My Physical Therapist gave me clearance to try and run this weekend. The rules were: 1. Stop if it hurts at all 2. Make it a short run (preferably run/walk) 3. Pay attention to how it responds after Well, this morning I was so excited for my first run in over a month! Last night I laid ... Read More about What I Learned from NOT Running
Lunch at Costco
This afternoon I met up with Elisabeth of Jogger’s Life for a trip to ULTA. I had never been there before and was so impressed with that place. I definitely need to go back! Today I only bought Nair, so I’m sure Elisabeth’s initial impression of me is: “hairy”. I swear there’s more to me than ... Read More about Lunch at Costco
His And Hers Oats In A Jar
You know you’re in love when you’re willing to share an almost empty jar of PB with someone… Last night I made Ben and myself Overnight Oats in a Jar. I had two near empty jars of PB and thought this was an easy and delicious idea. He liked it, ... Read More about His And Hers Oats In A Jar