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• Oh Dear

  

  Dear Saturday -- I can't wait to see you. It seems like it has been so long since we hung out. Please pick me up a good book and some nice weather before you... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2012 TRAVEL

• Tuesday Training (5)

  

  If you hate training posts, check out the first few days of my hike to Everest base camp. Otherwise, read on McDuff! Also, whether you do or don't like... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2012 TRAVEL

• Monday Misc

  

  - I am back in Oakland. - The plants survived the move. I was a little worried, as some people have had trouble when they moved their container garden mid... Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2012 SELF EXPRESSION

• Bad Bass Half

  

  I've been having a bit of a "dry spell" race wise, but last weekend I barely squeaked out my July half marathon (#7) for the 12 in 2012 Running Challenge! The... Read more

  Posted on 03 August 2012 TRAVEL

• Missed the Boat

  

  Sometimes I find out about things a little late. I see them and think, "wow that's cool", and I go running to a friend and say, "have you heard about this!!?"... Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2012 TRAVEL

• Do as I Say, Not as I Do

  

  Despite my excellent advice just a few days ago, yesterday I went for a 12 mile run with my worst enemy, a bad pair of underwear. Why is it that no matter how... Read more

  Posted on 01 August 2012 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Then and Now: July

  

  Another month gone! Yes, I know it's cliche to say it, but where did the time go? I think the combination of traveling and/or having people visit pretty much... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• What I Learned (3): Running

  

  I was running the other day and I was thinking about how many things I didn't know when I started running. Through much trial and error (mostly error), you end... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2012 SELF EXPRESSION

• Finish This: July

  

  This is San's idea, and I love it. Maybe you should join in too! Maybe I should go running instead of doing this. I love the smell of pine trees. People would... Read more

  Posted on 27 July 2012 TRAVEL

• Three Bean Salad

  

  I have been wanting to write a post on this for a while, but I was sure that the non-gardeners will be totally bored, so I have been holding off. Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2012 GARDENING

• Tuesday Training (4)

  

  Hate training posts? Love lists? Check out this list of 10 things that may make you realize that you are in Africa! As I mentioned last week, I have been very... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2012 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Oregon Recap

  

  Better late than never, I guess. I had a great time in Oregon a few weeks ago with the ladies. It's nice to travel with people who are easy to get along with,... Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2012 TRAVEL

• Run The Day

  

  I have mentioned this before, but right now, I am having a hard time getting motivated to run. I think it is a combination of things getting me down. Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2012 ATHLETICS, HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION, SPORTS

• Currently: July

  

  Current Book - Cutting For Stone -- Abraham Verghese (so far, so good!) Current Celebrity Crush - Tom Colicchio (when I googled to find a photo, I found this!... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2012 TRAVEL

• Monday Misc

  - The other day I met up with Jill and B for a couple of drinks and some chatter. We had a bunch of great conversations, one of which was the fact that Jill... Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2012 TRAVEL

• Just Call Me Baby

  

  I have a confession to make. I eat baby food. It makes me run fast. I was volunteering for a 50k a couple of months ago and in the process met some great guys... Read more

  Posted on 13 July 2012 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, SPORTS

• A Weird One

  

  Yesterday was a weird day. First thing in the morning, I got into a stupid argument (when are they not stupid!) with Mr. L. We made up quickly but it's still no... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Cabbage

  

  I am on a cabbage kick lately. I used to only think of it as: (a) something very soft and mushy that comes with corned beef (ps I actually like it this way too!... Read more

  Posted on 11 July 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Tuesday Training (3)

  

  I know some of you get bored with training posts, so, if that is the case, instead of reading the below post, read THIS, about the time I missed the bus in... Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2012 ATHLETICS, SPORTS, TRAVEL

• A New Place (3)

  

  Remember I talked about some of the things I looked for when moving to a new place? In case you missed it, I always try to find out about: running paths, grocer... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2012 TRAVEL