My day started the usual way, a run and an eat…
Then, I got some work done before taking a lunch break at the nail place. This makes me feel good 
Eventually I made my way down to Long Beach for the race expo. Ahhhh, it made me realize how much I miss the LBC.
I scored a great parking spot on the street and did the usual bib pick up, grab a shirt, eat some samples.
I spotted a few of my favorite things too! ProCompression has a booth at Long Beach . Stop and say “hello”!
SportHooks is at the Long Beach expo and Chicago too! They are selling the cutest danglers that can be used on the hooks or as a decoration or ornament too! Great idea!
Then, reader Claudia spotted me as I was taking this picture and it almost resulted in both of us having to go the hospital. Long story 
Sorry! (Please tell me it was Claudia and not Lauren, I met a few people today and I’m not sure.)
On the way home I heard Miley Cyrus’ Wrecking Ball three times. I actually love the song. But, I don’t understand why she is licking the sledge hammer in the video? Other than that I’m down for whatev.
Now I’m ready for a glass of wine and some relaxation time.
Question: What are you doing this weekend?
Hi! I like your blog because I’m running a half marathon this spring and it gives me motivation to get out there and run 🙂
This weekend I’ve mostly been studying, we have exams coming up in two weeks so I’m pretty stressed out right now. A couple of friends hang out at my place yesterday and we studied and ate pizza 😉 And on friday I met another friend and we drank wine and ate food! That was my weekend this far, today I’m studying more and doing laundry..
I am running the LB half! Super excited to be running a race with you! Will you be running the half or the full?
Chicago Marathon on Sunday!! I am so excited!
I PR’d the 10K at the Dempsey challenge in Maine this morning and saw Patrick Dempsey which was clearly the highlight. He’s Mc Dreamy in person too! Enjoy your race tomorrow!
Congrats!!!
good luck this weekend!
Looks good!
Enjoy your run, looking forward to hearing all about it! 😀
Well, I’m about to make sweet potato pancake for breakfast and smother them in jelly and almond butter. Not sure how the weekend can improve after that, but I am getting a haircut followed by a birthday party at mine… For me!
Tracking friends running the Chicago and Melbourne marathons and then supporting/volunteering/cheering friends doing the 12hr ultra Back 2 Endurance race (local event). All the best for Chi-Town!
Sorry I meant LB! Got ya mixed up with SR!
You got it right! It was me! 🙂 I really did not know how to react to that guy! I just need to learn how to kindly say no but I think you handled it better haha. It was nice meeting you and good luck on Sunday again!
P.S. Very happy we didn’t end up having to go to the hospital before the marathon 😉
So how did taking that pic almost result in a trip to the hospital? Now I’m all curious.
Good luck with the race!
I can’t believe you get pedis. I only run 10ks and I am way too embarrassed for anyone to see my toes. How do you manage to keep all nails intact? I’m missing at least 3 (but that might be from hiking?) I’m totally jealous.
I am a pedi girl, have been since high school. I think my feet are used to it 🙂
I just arrived in Chicago since my husband is running the marathon on Sunday!
I am excited that Pro Compression has a booth at the expo – can’t wait to go tomorrow!
Good luck!
I have a trail 5k tomorrow at the summer camp my husband and I met at. Perfect fall weather and the trees are looking spectacular. Should be good.
Good luck at your race!
Expos are so fun, I always buy stuff that I don’t really need though. 🙂 I love those medal hangers, so fun!
i love race expos! good luck in LB this weekend! =)
my mom and i are going to bon jovi’s show at staples tonight, yay!
Looks like a great time! 🙂 I’ve only had the reader run in once before… I bet you get it a lot! 🙂
I don’t get Miley either… at all lol…
This weekend I’m am relaxing with a cup of tea and some apple chips and a book! Maybe get some crocheting done! 🙂
We’ll be celebrating my baby turning two! This includes pizza and cake, so can’t go wrong there, lol.
Good luck in Long Beach, can’t wait to read your recap.
Happy Birthday baby!
supposedly she’s licking the sledge hammer to show how much she “likes” the pain.
Last long run before NYC on Sunday. 16 miles on the plan then taper.
Expos get me so excited for race day! I love them! All that running related stuff in one spot gets me giddy!
Yeahhh…. the song is decent, but the video is ridiculous. Trying too hard IMO.
I had “Wrecking Ball” stuck in my head for about three days. I like the song, but not THAT much. 🙂
Nursing myself and a now sick hubby.
And hopefully getting a long run in while cheering along all my racers this weekend!
Aaah, expos! Long live samples. 😀
What am I doing this weekend? I’m also running the Long Beach Marathon! I’m kind of nervous since this will be my first full marathon, but I’m excited too!