May 2013
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“Life is a song - sing it.
Life is a game - play it.
Life is a challenge - meet...”
– Sai Baba
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“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you...”
– Mark Twain
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“There is no love without forgiveness, and there is no forgiveness without love.”
– Bryant H. McGill
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The Snappy Bramble
Last Wednesday, I had no food in my house and decided to treat myself and go out to eat. No one was in the neighborhood and I decided a meal at the bar at Barcelona at the bar was what I needed. When I sat down, the bartenders told me that they were hosting a cocktail class that evening. Instead of joining, a couple of the guys gave me my own private class for one of the cocktails, the...
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My Take on the Italian Mimosa
The day before the NYRR MORE/Fitness Women’s Half-Marathon, Gina and I were looking for a place to grab a VERY late lunch. Late as in 4pm. We walked into Piccolo Café and after gabbing about how cute and quaint it was settled into the menu. After deciding on eggs and salads, we put our order in and quickly also picked up on their $5.00 mimosas. Not a bad deal, we ordered them and were...
April 2013
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“Endurance is not just the ability to bear a hard thing, but to turn it into...”
– William Barclay
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BAM!! The Running Love is Back!!
All relationships have their ups and downs. Overtime, a man or a woman needs to put in effort to get something out of it. This can be true whether it is with someone one is dating, a friendship, or even, strangely, a relationship with running. If a person is not putting in a lot, they’ll continue to hit barriers and not get the love that they need back from the sport. Or, if a person...
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“Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit.”
– Wilma Rudolph
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Jason Sonski: Despite lupus, she lives life on the... →
When you talk to some people you can just hear the extra spark or excitement that comes with loving life, the vibe that resonates from appreciating the little things in life and not taking everything for granted during a normal daily routine. West Redding resident Amanda Glendinning, 29, is one of these people. Speaking on the phone Wednesday, Glendinning was more than eager to share her love of...
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It's Spring and It's 5 O'Clock at Bartaco!!
I received the following email from the Marketing Department at bartaco and I was SOOOOO Excited!! I LOVE bartaco!!
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As the colder weather comes to a close, it’s time to come out of hibernation and enjoy the best of what life has to offer. bartaco has many exciting events going on throughout the spring and summer that you won’t want to miss out on.
Taco Tuesdays: Every...
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“Running! If there’s any activity happier, more exhilarating, more...”
– Joyce Carol Oates
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A Spring in My Step
This weather is making me so happy!!! As must as I love skiing (I do!) and other outdoorsy winter activities, I think that my lupus and joints are starting to make me enjoy the cold a bit less. I find it a bit harder to be outside for long periods of time including running. But, it is FINALLY getting warmer. Sunshine, flowers, springtime!
Last week, the warmth, helped propel me out the door,...
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“Everyone has stress. A good run may not erase it, but it can reduce the effect...”
– ~Jeff Galloway
Enduring Beyond Barriers: The Harriet Anderson... →
Sometimes I need some inspiration to keep me going. Three years ago, I bookmarked this story about a 74-year-old woman who not only ran races or even a marathon, but competed in the Kona Ironman World Championships - and WON her age bracket after breaking her clavicle at mile 80 on the bike!!
Now, I’ve been through a lot - running with lupus, falling during a marathon and running the last...
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Ginger Sea Bass and Soba Noodles
I have been on an amazing Asian food kick since arriving home from Indonesia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong. All I’ve been craving is fresh ginger, sesame, (kaffir) lime, and the delicious balance of sweet/salty/sour/umami and sometimes spicy that is not found elsewhere in the world. On top of those flavor pairings, I have also been desiring the freshness of spring ingredients - fresh,...
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Springing into Action
It has been a while since I blogged about my training, about my eating, about my life’s enjoyments. But, spring is here and the trip gave me a new sense of self, a sense of me.
While I was away, I spent an extraordinary amount of time exercising and eating - and had fun doing a lot of the training with my sisters, cousins, Mom, and Aunt. Sports included kickboxing, running the shores...
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“You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re...”
– ~George Lorimer, journalist
February 2013
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As much as everyone here in New England is complaining about Nemo, the snow, and the ice, I actually didn’t mind it. It was forced rest - time for baking, reading, and downtime!
I spent hours indulging in cooking new things such as chai from scratch, black bean soup, a fresh loaf of bread, and blondies. And then I spent even more time devouring books: Paris in Love and The Men on my...
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“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.”
– ~St. Augustine
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Snow Day Black Bean Soup
When a snowstorm hits and I end up cooped up inside for more than a day, I find that I gravitate to the kitchen. The oven, the stove, they all call my name, urging me to craft some comfort food to counteract the cold outside. This weekend’s blizzard led to blondies, sweet potato fries, nachos, and a wonderful Black Bean Soup.
I suggest serving the topped with something cooling....
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Gridiron Classic - Run is Done!
After a much needed rest period, last weekend was my first race in 2013. Beforehand, I spent an interesting evening on Friday at the Aldrich Museum’s First Friday, mingling with art buffs, enjoying nibbles from the Cake Box, Swoon, and Bissell House as well as wine from Ancona’s Wines, and taking in the art with several friends.
My favorite exhibit was Bowery Nation by Brad...
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“The reason we race isn’t so much to beat each other but to be with each...”
– ~Christopher McDougall
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Back to Racing.... Even if it's a Shorter One
This weekend is my first race since my all my injuries in November. The first race post-three stress fractures and post-bursitis; also, the first race post being sick for several weeks. I’m so excited!!
I didn’t get all my workouts in but I’m getting back there. And I finally saw the doctor regarding an ongoing headache which has been over 2 weeks. I’ve been feeling...
“Passion never fails.”
– (via dknyprgirl)
So very true.
Cupid's Undie Run to Cure Neurofibromatosis! →
Friends of mine will be running around New York in their undies this February in an effort to raise funds for the Children’s Tumor Foundation so children like their son Ian can grow up happy and healthy.
Ian was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis (NF1) at five months old. Neurofibromatosis is “a genetic disorder, usually manifesting during adolescence, that can cause tumors to grow on...
January 2013
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that's what cecilia said: Call Me Ishmael: Or, How... →
As a Mawrtyr, I love this….
thatswhatceciliasaid:
This is a ridiculous assignment. The sensations of a Bryn Mawr husband are by their very nature private. Even if there were some good excuse for parading them in public, a prudent male would hesitate to make the attempt, so greatly do they differ from common sensations. But as far as that goes,…
“Running made me feel like a bird let out of a cage, I loved it that much.”
– ~Priscilla Welch
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And then the Flu Hit
I was SOOOOO ready to get back in the swing of things. I finally was cleared to start running again. I was feeling good. And then bam!! Headache, chills, sweat, nausea, and extreme exhaustion. I was wiped out. Unable to run, unable to do most anything, I ended up out for most of last week - AGAIN. I even stayed home two days - and I haven’t even taken off a day for months now! I feel...
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“It’s a treat being a runner, out in the world by yourself not with a soul...”
– Allan Sillitoe
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St. Innocent Winery - The Wines are Fantastic
Last Labor Day weekend, when Gina and I were in Oregon, one of the wineries that we enjoyed was St. Innocent. Gina and I walked into St. Innocent on a mission. Try wines quickly, check it off in our wine passport, get out. Well, that didn’t go quite as planned.
We ended up racing in and asking when they closed. As soon as we were in conversation with Matt, the wine taster, we were...
“As for butter versus margarine, I trust cows more than chemists.”
– Joan Gussow
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Citrus Tilapia with Veggies
There are certain nights that I just crave healthy food, without a big hoopla. This is such a simple meal to make - and so delicious!! I served it with steamed brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach. An easy and delightful meal!
Citrus Tilapia with Veggies
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1 tablespoon Whole Wheat Flour
Salt
Freshly Ground Pepper
Zest of half a Lemon
1...
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Back to Running, Biggest Loser Style
It has been a while since I have written about running….. or racing…. or exercise in general. I’ve had to take some time off since the Philadelphia Marathon. That’s what happens when you don’t listen to your body. It turns out that I ran the marathon with 3 stress fractures - one in my left knee and two in my right leg (shin and ankle). On top of that, I also was...
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“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable...”
– Mahatma Gandhi
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“Be positive, ignore the critic, follow your heart, invest in your passions,...”
– Josh Cox
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“You get whatever accomplishment you are willing to declare.”
– Georgia O’Keeffe (via kateoplis)
December 2012
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“Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new...”
– Michael Josephson
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“There is no time to think about how much I hurt; there is only time to run.”
– ~Ben Logsdon
