No, I'm not talking about the election. Yes, I realize this was used as a cigarette slogan that targeted women. But, somehow, it seems to fit. What am I talking about? The Tuesdays on the Run topic, of course! Today we want to know how you've change since you started blogging or maybe you've stayed the same. Maybe your blogging style has changed or your running goals or your work status... Join Marcia, Patty, and me as we discuss how we've changed. It's hard to believe, but I've been blogging for 8.5 years. I started on Blogger when I began training for my first marathon. Beer Geek was tired of hearing about my training runs, so he suggested I start a blog and even suggested the name MCM Mama. And boom, a blog was born. About as … [Read more...]
Fending off the marathon taper crazies
I'm really good at tapering. I mean, like expert level. I love the added free time, the extra sleep, the reduced mileage. I try to eat healthy but I don't stress about it. (Even when my current diet seems to consist of all carbs all the time.) I'm busy with all of the important things... Like stressing about whether my new Altra One 2.5's will arrive in time (Spoiler: they did. Now I need to actually run in them.) And ordering Crazy Compression socks to wear on race day... And a Headsweats hat... I don't get crazy about imagined injuries or sicknesses. I know any symptoms are all in my head during taper time. Except when I wake up congested. Then it's immediately into panic mode and worry about whether I'll get … [Read more...]
5 Reasons I’m trying a Bullet Journal
Like most moms, I juggle a lot of balls. I have my work, my blog, my running, two kids with activities, social activities, the house, the cat (who is on every other day meds), and a gecko (who also gets fed about every other day, but is inconsistent). I've tried coschedule for blogging, I maintain multiple Google Calendars, and I have lists all over the damned house. And yet, somehow I recently forgot to fill out an important form, I almost missed a meeting I needed to attend, and my house desperately needs organizing. I keep hearing about this whole Bullet Journal thing and honestly, it reminds me of the heavy use of day planners that I used to do back when I worked full time. (And yes, I actually do still have them in a box in the … [Read more...]
Good eating in Wisconsin!
The kids and I are on our annual vacation in Wisconsin. Ever since Jones joined us 14 years ago, I've spent part of the summer at my parents' house. In fact, when both boys were really young, I'd bring them home for a two week trip in the beginning and another trip at the end of the summer. Now that they are older and we have more going on, we only make one trip, but we still make it. Obviously the main reason we visit is seeing my family - a large percentage of my extended family lives within a few hours of my parents' hometown. But I also come for the food. And I don't mean the State Fair food. (This year they are deep frying fruit and olives. No, I'm not kidding.) Nope, I'm here for the yummy summer produce. I've only been here for … [Read more...]
Friday Faves: Skirt Sports Fall 2016 Preview
Guess what's happening in a week or so? Skirt Sports fall line is coming out! As an ambassador, I got a chance to see the new line in action at the Skirt Sports Ambassador Reception back when I was out in Denver in June. In fact, I actually got to participate in the fashion show. There are some really cool things coming, so I'm already working on my shopping list. 1. This pattern: It's called Enchanted. I will be buying all the things in this pattern. Happy Girl, Lotta Breeze, Gym Girl Ultra... I want them all. 2. Tough Chik top: I live in "quarter zips" from about October until March, both on the run and as casual wear. I will definitely be getting it in the Enchanted pattern, but I'm not making any promises that I … [Read more...]
Lions, and Hellcats, and Beers, oh my
It's a really long ways from Washington DC to Grand Rapids, Michigan, especially when you are the one riding in the back seat. Just 'sayin... We just got back from a lovely week in Michigan. Other than the long drive and the fact that heat decided to follow us, it was an amazing trip. We left crazy early on the Friday before July 4th. Trust me, you do not want to be trying to get out of DC any later than you have to on a holiday weekend in the summer, so we hit the road at 5:30am. This meant we made it to Cleveland and the Great Lakes Brewing Company in time for lunch. Priorities, people. After lunch (and some amazing beer), we headed to the Cleveland Zoo. It was a lovely zoo and we managed to spend more than 3 hours walking … [Read more...]
5 things to love about being 40+
This was a big week here. Jones "graduated" from 8th grade (with a 4.0 and the Presidential Education award, no less) and Shoo agreed to go to his first (sort of) sleep away camp. Seriously, my kids are growing up. Of course, big milestones always bring reflection and I realized this week that I'm really digging being in my 40s. I'm halfway through and it's been a good decade so far. Want to know what's awesome about being 40? I'm much more comfortable in my own skin. I know what I like, I know my own value, and I know my strengths. And because I'm more comfortable with myself, I'm more willing to take risks. I have different kinds of goals. Gone are the days when I was chasing the money or prestige at work. I'm no longer … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites
Today I am incredibly thankful that it's Friday. I'm still tired from my last two amazing weekends and we have very little scheduled this weekend. This means I can actually catch up a bit on the sleep front. It's been a crazy week, with Beer Geek on travel and the boys having a ton of end of the year stuff. My stress level has been pretty high, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. So, since today's Friday Five topic is "favorites", here are five favorites that are making me happy right now. Skirt Sports Gym Girl Ultra - I'm a Happy Girl runner. I love that skirt and I wear it for running, as well as life. But last year there were a couple of patterns that weren't available in the Happy Girl and I wanted them badly … [Read more...]
It’s a very Skirt Sports weekend!
I'm sitting at the airport, waiting for my flight to Denver. I'll be spending my weekend enjoying all things Skirt Sports. I think I packed 10 skirts (a mix of happy girls and gym girl ultras) for the events + the Electric Dress. The big question is whether I remembered to bring running shoes for the 5k. Ah well, if I didn't, I'll walk it in my sandals LOL. I will apologize in advance that my Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter feeds will be FILLED with Skirt this weekend. We get to spend some time at the store (yes, I left room in my suitcase for more skirts. Shh, don't tell Beer Geek LOL), we'll go on a hike, and the there's the race. I opted for the 5k for a lot of reasons. Should be interesting as I haven't run a 5K in a REALLY long … [Read more...]
Five Fun Things for Friday the 13th
It's Friday! Fr-Fr-Fr-Friday! And Friday the 13th to boot! Yes, Friday the 13th is my lucky day, so I'm looking forward to an awesome day. Of course, the fact that I leave on vacation with Beer Geek while my parents man the fort might have something to do with how awesome I feel. Either that or the lack of sleep. So here are some fun, random things for this Friday. It's our 21st anniversary today! Finally, our marriage is legal to have a beer. Still, I can't believe that we've been married 21 years. I'm pretty sure I'm only 25. (Do not remind me of the wrinkles and the grey streaks in my hair thankyouverymuch.) I was going to give you some thoughts on marriage, but I fell asleep. That's what 21 years of marriage does for you. I … [Read more...]
Wrapping up a no race, low mileage week
How is it already May? This year is totally flying by! Last week was a bit crazy. I worked more hours than normal, we had some computer issues I needed to fix, and Shoo had several appointments, including one with my awesome chiropractor. Thankfully, his ankle seems to be nearly mended, so now it's all about strengthening it so he doesn't sprain it again. I did manage to survive the week, but I ran fewer than 10 miles. We are going to just call that a fall back week, m'kay? On the bright side, I did manage 140 miles for the month of April, which was more than twice as many miles as the month of March! As I mentioned in the title, I did not have a race this weekend. It was the first weekend since Easter that I wasn't racing. It … [Read more...]
The sponsor of my dreams
Have you ever sat down and thought about what company you'd love to be a spokesperson for? You know, that person that EVERYONE associates with a particular product. Maybe it's a running product like skirts or shoes, or a particular food brand, or even something bigger. That's our topic for Tuesdays on the Run this week: Who is your dream sponsor? I'll admit I had a hard time with this one. After all, I am an ambassador for some pretty amazing companies whose products I'd own even if I was not an ambassador. In fact, they are just aiding and abetting my obsessions. For example, I love Skirt Sports. I loved them from the day I put on my first Happy Hour (an old version of the Happy Girl.) I bought new skirts as often as I could and wore … [Read more...]
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