Monday MATTERS–> California edition.

We are flying home right now and I have some randomness from the rest of our trip to share with you today! 

-Seriously, she was dying over the roller coasters.  

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-After approximately 70 meals like this (okay, this skillet was incredible):

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-It felt so nice to eat something green and fresh.  All-you-can-eat salsa bars are almost too good to be true.

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-Current favorite running song.

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-Legoland won her heart.

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-I didn’t hate that she asked to hold my hand while on a ride.

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-Just her normal foot near my face whenever she watches TV thing.

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-Hint of Lime Tostitos are ridiculously addicting.  The last part of the bag is the best because the flavor is even stronger.  

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-Outdoor running in shorts and a tank, I already miss you a lot.  

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-The parents in the San Diego neighborhood that built this for their kids should win an award.

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-I did more weights last week than I did in the months of September-November combined;)

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-BUT REALLY!?!?! This is an important question!!!

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-She kept doing this to me when I first picked her up after a week apart and it reminded me of the scene from Hook when the boy kept touching Peter’s face and saying, ‘Do you remember your mother?’

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-I wish the picture wasn’t blurry but we had a real good time last night running up and down a deserted hall together.  She is getting quite fast.

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Have any Monday Matters to share?

Dog pants questions… please share!

Did you run today?  How far?

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I <3 the dog pants question so much. They should cover all 4 legs. :)

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I recognize the Baja Fresh salsa bar, my favorite!

I ran with my husband this morning. We ran 2 miles and his left calf started cramping up, so we walked the remaining 1.5 miles home. He’s trying to increase his distance – he ran 43 miles in 2015! He rode over 5,500 miles last year, so he’s no slug, just not a runner!

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Wow now that is some serious snow love! I bet those kids were in heaven. As for the all important dog question. The second one because the shirt belongs on the first half of course!

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It’s super important that dog pants are only worn on the hind legs haha. I’m kind of not a pet wearing clothes person for real though.

Lucky for you Utah is no longer in the single digits for temperature. You got to miss all of that.

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dog pants need to be version 2! much more sophisticated :) that picture with brooke touching your hair, before you even wrote the hook scene thats what i thought too! such a great scene :)

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You go on your weight training! The pants should definitely be in the hind legs! haha thats hilarious.

I haven’t run yet although I feel like I’ve been running around like a crazy person all day! I’m about to lace up though, find my head lamp, and go to Fleet Feet for our Monday night group runs!

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I always imagined dogs in pants just on the back two legs, but now I am not sure.

I loved the holidays, but I am also super ready to be back on a normal schedule again.

Today is my rest day, so I’m enjoying being able to relax and do nothing after work!

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Clearly I need to hit up Legoland while we live in So Cal! Dog pants need to cover all four legs, for sure. I’m glad you have the Brookers back! Safe Travels!!

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Nothing like a fresh salad after overindulging. Looks like your trip ended really well. Safe travels back!

Monday matters? I signed up for my first Ironman today. And ran 6 miles. And swam for the first time in months. And now I will go eat all the food. :)

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I agree, all four legs. That is an important question. If lululemon made them, I would probably buy them.

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Ok- this is a little off topic, but I want to say you look strong and awesome in that pic in your running shorts! Nice back side girl!!! ;)

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I thought the same thing…

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Well thank you:) That is sure nice of you guys!

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I did run today! A whole 6 miles, which doesn’t seem like much but it was SNOWING and 29 degrees!! That is not my kind of running weather haha I’m just starting to defrost ?

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those chips are THE BOMB!! i ran today on the treadmill for the first time in about a week due to a rough cold, it was only about 3 miles but i’m glad i got back at it. and i think he’d wear them just on his back two legs lol!

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YAY for getting your run on again after being sick! SO glad you are feeling better!

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I did a 5 mile fartlek run today. It felt pretty good, but tonight the temps are supposed to get down into the teens!
I feel like the pants should go on all 4 legs but that just doesn’t like right to me:)

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Those chips are awesome! We had a bag a couple of weeks ago and they did not last long.

Still no running for me. I’m hoping my breathing improves a bit over the next couple of days.

Dog would wear pants on the back half only!

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For sure #2 for dog pants! Covers up their booty!!

5 miles easy today…happy to get back to work and into the routine again!!

Love that you took little b out for some whale watching!!!

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Hahahahaha! The dog pant. I’m dyyyyying!!!
I vote for the pic on the right.

Ran a brrrrrrrr-y windy 1:25 (mileage?). I was happy to do it, even happier to get back inside.

Ps. Loving your open-toed booties in the previous post (the pic where you and Brookers went to church)!! Deets, please!!!

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Hey girl!! Way to go on an awesome run in the freezing cold. You are hardcore! Here is the link for the shoes… they are one of my favorites!

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/NONSTP/170425.uts?locale=en-US&selectedColor=BLACK-LEATHER&cm_mmc=SEM-_-Google-_-PLA-_-2014&gclid=Cj0KEQiAzai0BRCs2Yydo8yptuIBEiQAN3_lFqLtuS8lxK4eGVsJX5Olr1Z1qVF-xIi6cYRnh_YZLR0aApSq8P8HAQ

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Dog pants: I think option 2 because technically in option 1 the pants are on the arms of the dog…:).
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Waking up for work this morning was SO much harder than it was two weeks ago. We had just enough of a break for me to completely mess up my sleep schedule.

Dog pants: two legs, four looks wrong.

I ran a SUPER cold 3 miles this afternoon. I even tracked down my full length tights and neck gaiter, which kept freezing. No thank you.

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I love the picture of Brooke holding onto your hair. It’s so precious!! :)

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Today I ran 30min and did strength training! I wasn’t very happy about having to go out in cold Canadian weather as I had already been snowshoeing, but I did it and I feel so good now!!!

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I think the dogs would just over their tushies and back legs lol

Today 4 miles in the morning and 3 later in the evening

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The second one because they cover the dog’s booty. I think of the dog’s front legs as arms =)

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I completely agree with you!

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#2 so the booty gets covered, alternative my dog would flip out. She barely tolerates her coat, but it was 21 degrees with a crazy wind chill when we went for our walk so she didn’t have a choice.

I did run, 3.25 on the treadmill. It was dark and cold so I was grateful for the option.

Husband’s 3rd round of chemo is done, one more round to go. Can’t wait until the ring the bell for him to signal the end.

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The dog pant’s question is so funny, definitely option two though, there’s no way option one would stay up. And I’m in full agreement about how good a big salad is after eating so much (delicious) junk over the holidays.

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I’m almost embarrassed to write this, I said almost, but my dog has several pairs of ‘pants’ and they go on the back legs, however his pajamas cover all 4 legs and the back but are open on his underside for obvious reasons.

Yes, I’m the crazy lady with the pajama wearing dachshund and I don’t even care.

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YES to hint of lime tortillas. Seriously, I can eat a whole bag in one sitting. I really want some right now..

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Definitely the second option for the dog pants.

I ran two quick miles before work…just enough to break a sweat!

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I ran 5.35 miles today + STRIDES! That was big for me…finally have a friend that made a training plan for me so I need to follow it exactly now and it includes all the “extras” like strides after a run :)

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YUM for salad bars. I feel like I’ve finally hit a breaking point with heavy holiday meals and all I want now are salads and lean proteins. Thank goodness my motivation is finally back!

Dog pants = 2nd option for sure. The first one wouldn’t be able to stay up I don’t think wtihout a belt lol.

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Love the randomness to this post (and all your posts) I am mad you were in california and not with me though!!!!

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I love how you share your love for Brooke! of course you would! being a mom and a runner, I love when people notice that I am more obsessed/in love with my boys than running, (as it should be!) you seem like a GREAT mama!

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That dog pants question had me cracking up! But really, how else would a dog wear pants?! Their pants need to cover both of their legs and none of their arms. :)

I love those lime chips. Ooh! Now I want some…

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I just bought a weight set from Costco so I am super excited. I decided I am not getting a gym membership this year. I’m going to slowly just keep adding to my at home gym. So far I have a bosu ball, treadmill, weights, and bands. I would love a squat rack but my husband said absolutely no! Lol

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I totally know what scene you’re talking about from Hook :) That’s too cute.

Ran 6 miles with a friend. We’re running a half marathon in like 2 weeks, and I highly doubt we will be running any longer mileage than that! WISH US LUCK.

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Hi Janae!

I ran 6 miles today! However, during my run, my running app on my phone went crazy! I’m not sure if its just a temporary crash or if I should get a new one. Do you have any recommendations for free running apps for the iPhone?

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lol – I think they would just wear them on their hind legs! However, mine would just flat our refuse them at all!

I ran 7 miles early this morning…on the treadmill because outside, the windchill was -20F this morning. No thank you! lol

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The dog pats question has me questioning myself. I could have to go with option C because it just looks more ‘right’. But now i am wondering if this is some sort of personality test and this proves I am a sociopath or something.

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OMG, that is my current favorite song, too. Dogs would wear their pants only on the back half.

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Haha I love the dog pants pic!!

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