Thank you so so much for all of the birthday wishes for Brooke! It meant a lot to both of us.
The day started off with my usual run down at the track with my dad followed by my bowl of FMW (Frosted Mini Wheats are back in my life with a vengeance) and grapes.
When Brooke woke up we got started doing some of her favorite things.
Lunch time rolled around and we went to Costa Vida (it is cool that me and my sis are wearing the same shirt… at least they are different colors).
After lunch we drove north to a place called Thanksgiving Point.
They have a little town for kids and Brooke was a fan of the Dance Hall.
But I don’t think she loved the Jail quite as much.
The best part of the afternoon was the pony ride. Brooke is obsessed with animals so her riding on a pony for 5 minutes was kind of a big deal.
After the petting zoo we went home for Brooke’s nap and a friend brought over these beauties:
I actually don’t remember the last time I cooked. I probably don’t even know how anymore. I should work on that. Next week.
Pesto/feta/turkey/veggie Which Which.
No birthday is complete without frosting. We brought the wrong kind of match so just pretend that the candle has a flame.
She didn’t attack it like I thought she would but she did enjoy the little bites that she took.
There will be more cupcakes soon because her big bday party is next week when her cousins are in town. As you know, I like to extend the birthday celebrations for as long as possible.
What are you most looking forward to this weekend?
Moms reading: how old are you kiddos?
Favorite cereal lately?
175 comments
Madison
Happy Birthday to Brooke! :) Looks like it was a fun-filled day!
This weekend I am looking forward to a girls night that involves sushi and dancing. I mean how could i NOT look forward to that, right!?!
Favorite cereal at the moment? Hmm…super hard question. It’s between Peanut Butter Puffins and Cinnamon Chex cereal.
Megan
I am looking forward to the sunshine, warm weather, and the last weekend of summer :) School starts Wednesday (for teachers) so I am soaking it up!
I haven’t eaten cereal lately at all. I need to get back on that!!!
The picture of Brooke in jail is hilarious haha!
Lauren
Ok, I am jealous of this day lol I love that there is a little town for kids!! I’ve never heard of something like that before!
And I’m thinking of moving to Utah because it looks like it is sunny every day there…though running at the elevation would kill me I think haha
Have a great Friday, Janae! :)
Rene' Whiteley
I am so excited for this weekend. I am off of work and we are headed to Maine for the weekend for our last hurrah before school starts. My kids are 13, 12, 9 and 7 and are at a super fun age. I am laughing at Brooke on the horse, that is how it started with my oldest daughter and now she competes in horse shows. Watch out Mom!
Linda @running4two
I am visiting my aunt and uncle this weekend. They live in a beautiful area near the water. :-)
My daughter is 7 months! She wishes Brooke a happy bday!
Honey bunches of oats!
I hope you have a nice weekend!
Amber
Awesome day! Kiddo’s are 6&3 y.o. Really looking forward to chilling out after a busy week. Favorite cereal cluster muesli!
Natalie Martin
My birthday lasts for two weeks! Tell Brooke to extend it as much as possible!!
I work weekends, so I’m ready for Monday so my mini vacation can begin! I have a daughter that turned two three weeks ago, and we are taking her to the zoo next week on vacation! :)
I used to be a cereal-aholic! Rarely met a cereal I didn’t like! I don’t eat as much of it now, and lately have gone back to Honey Nut Cheerios with sliced bananas in it! Mmmmmm! :)
Carrie
Right now I am into cinnamin chex.
My kiddos are 5 (will be 6 in 3 weeks) and 2 1/2
This weekend I am hopefully enjoying our last day in the outerbanks and then on Sunday, packing my girls into the car for the 7 hr drive home. We only stop for bathroom breaks as they eat constantly in the car!
Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes
Looks like an amazing first birthday for Brooke :-) Enjoy the extended celebration!!!
Julie
Looks like Brooke had an awesome birthday! She is such a beautiful little girl.
I have a 2.5 year old girl and a 5 month old boy. Life is crazy here!
Georgie
Happy (belsted) birthday Brooke! Looks like she had a fabulous day :)
I’m looking forward to my little brother’s soccer Grandfinal!! Go wombats!! And a warm weekend in Sydney :):)
Crunchy nut is the best cereal but nothing beats porridge in winter :) xx
hilary
looks like you two had a wonderful day! :)
Steph F
Awww, hope Brooke had a wonderful first birthday!! My girls are 7 and 9 (sniff) and while I love every age and stage, I sure do miss those baby days sometimes : )
I am looking forward to my 18 miler tomorrow (the farthest I will have ever run…I got injured last year at 17 miles and had to drop out of my marathon so I’m really excited but nervous right now) followed by a cookout with friends and lots of good food!
Have a fantastic weekend!!
Nicole @ Work in Sweats Mama
Looks like a great day celebrating Brooke’s birthday! I’m all about extending birthday celebrations as long as possible too!!
My oldest daughter will turn 4 next month, and my youngest is almost 16 months. They are the light of my life!!
Jody
Best way to celebrate and Happy Birthday Brooke!
My kiddos are 18, 15, 12 and 9 and we are having my son’s missionary farewell this weekend. Family in town and eating a lot of food!
Kari @ Running Ricig
We are doing a big house clean out and organizing session this weekend and it’s sad how excited I am about it.
It looks like Brooke had an awesome birthday! I can’t believe she’s already 1!
Sarah @PickyRunner
She’s living the life! I love the way she looks at you- it’s like you’re the only person that matters (duh, you’re her mom!). You guys celebrate in the BEST ways, and the day wouldn’t be complete without a cupcake. This weekend I’m looking forward to my last weekend in Rhode Island before I head back to school! Bittersweet…
Gina, book dragon
Lunch with both sets of parents on Friday (yikes, that’s today) and grocery shopping then something later but I’m not sure what.
Our daughter is 27 and our son is 24. Dang, now I feel old. :-)
not sure about the cereal… had a bowl of FMW a couple of hours ago ;-) I also like Nature’s Path Pumpkin Flax Granola especially with blackberries
Teresa@The Chronicles of a {Not So} Supermom
We are packing up and moving this weekend….blah. I’m looking forward to finishing the job! :)
My littlest baby will be 1 year in 4 weeks, and my big baby is almost 2 1/2 years old.
Totally obsessed with Fruit Loops and Cinnamon Toast Crunch lately!
Brittany - Travel.Run.Live.Love
Happy Birthday Brooke!!! What a perfect birthday! That cupcake looks amazing :) I also like to celebrate Birthdays as long as possible (with as much cake as I can get away with)!
This weekend we are in Vermont for a wedding! I’m looking forward to good food, dancing, and cake!
I’m on kind of a boring cereal kick… Rice Crispies! For some reason they taste delicious lately! Miss you, Janae!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Awwr! So great to hear that Brooke had an awesome first birthday :D That pic of her on the pony definitely brings back some childhood memories… I’m going to go ahead and assume that Brooke makes a beeline for animals just like I did when I was tiny? :)
Happy Friday to you both!
Holli
Looks like it was a perfect day <3
My kiddos are 23 and 28.
I'm currently munching on multi grain PB Cherrios.
Looking forward to some great weather for running this weekend.
Must get off the computer and get ready for work. Happy Friday, Janae :)
Emma
This is my first ever comment, although I first started reading your blog just over a year ago and it has been a permanent feature on my browser list ever since. I was so inspired to see you able to keep running throughout your pregnancy and adapt your running routine accordingly. I am not maternal AT ALL (whereas my partner would very much like us to have children), but seeing the pictures of the adventures you and Brooke get up to really makes me smile – you have a gorgeous little girl. I was truly shocked to read about the tough time you must be going through right now, but it only goes further to demonstrate your upbeat spirit and positive attitude. I am quite a negative person, prone to anxiety and depression but am trying hard to see the brighter side of life. It must be partly for that reason that I read every blog entry you write, even when I recently fractured a metatarsal and can no longer run (I normally get frustrated to hear about others running when I can’t!). But I was so happy to read about your new PB, and it has made me determined to recover fully and build up my strength and stamina carefully just as you have demonstrated.
with very best wishes, Emma x
Colleen
It looks like sweet little Brooker had a WONDERFUL birthday! That little town looks fun! :-)
My husband is out of town on business this weekend, so my girls and I are looking forward to movie night and sleepover in Mom’s bed this weekend! They are excited for a “girls” weekend!
My girls are 7,7,10 and 11….it’s a GOOD, BUSY and GIGGLY life!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More
I have the most adorable picture of my oldest daughter on her first pony ride. She was maybe 2 at the time. It’s still one of my favorite pictures of her. Especially since she is still such a horse lover and I have pictures at this age with horses to compare it to.
I am most looking forward to trying out my new Saucony Ride 6 shoes this weekend! Maybe tonight!!
My girls are 15 and 12. How is that even possible?!!
I don’t really have a favorite cereal at the moment. I haven’t had it in awhile.
Andrea R. @ Morning Runner Girl
I am Kashi obsessed!!! love all of their cereal!!
But if I am feeling extra extra sugary… i will never ever turn down a bowl of cinnamon toast crunch or lucky charms. WOW. Oh or the Nature Valley Granola Bar cereal ((where they basically just break up the bars and put it in a box and call it cereal))
Kelly
Happy Birthday, Brooke!
My daughter is just about a year older than Brooke, so I am looking forward to her big birthday bash this weekend. I can’t believe I will have a two year old! I have to say even though I loved her being a baby, year 1 to 2 was so much more fun! It is a blast hearing them talk and having little conversations with them, and you get to watch them change from baby to little girl. Enjoy!
Jackie
Precious! She is getting so big! Soon she will be running with you!
Christina Bartz
Look at Brooke’s little teeth!! So.Cute.!!!! Happy Day after Bday!
Morgan
Aww she looks like she had a blast! Love the last picture- she’s such a beauty. Can’t wait to hear about the party next week.
I’m addicted to the maple brown sugar FMW right now.
Kathy
Brooke is so cute! this question is totally off topic, but what kind of mascara or eyelashes do you use? They looked fabulous in the next-to-last photo.
Kristi
I love the pic of Brooke in jail!
Weekend plans… Slumber party with both my and my daughter’s friends. My daughter is 11, but I can remember her first birthday like it was yesterday.
Ashley @OurPersonalRecords
All sorts of fun birthday things! The picture of her in the jail building is SO cute! I’ve really been enjoying Vanilla Chex lately.
Megan
Looks like a fun 1st Bday if you ask me!! This weekend I am looking forward to RUNNING!! It will be my first run in 4 months, wish me luck!!!
Adriana @Laced Up With Lipstick
She looks adorable on that pony! Your Which Wich looks amazing, I really miss that place. The thing I’m looking forward to most this weekend is is taking the kids to Chuck E Cheese, anything that makes them happy, makes me happy! My kids are 9 and 3. My favorite cereal lately is Honey Bunches of Oats with almonds.
Wendy @ New Moms Talk
We’re heading to Bruneau Dunes today in Idaho for camping as we move to Washington. It has the largest public telescope in Idaho and the tallest sand dunes in the USA based on how they are formed.
We are all looking forward to it! Given that my hub’s son doesn’t always travel well, it’s a special treat. Thankfully he doesn’t travel well or else we would have passed it by.
Through all of it, Susanna has been pretty amazing. She’s 8 months and her bro is 14. Watching them together is wonderful and we wish it would happen more often.
Gabrielle
Wow, there are other ladies in my age age reading your blog! My children are 22 and 18 now, but it seems to me that we’ve celebrated their first birthdays just recently.
I’m looking forward to meeting my daughter this weekend, she’s stayed for two weeks in Italy.
I love homemade fresh grain muesli from Dr Bruker and on colder days I have porridge, great fuel for running!
Sandy
Brooke is adorable,so happy she had a fun Birthday..the picture of her on the pony is precious..and the two of you together make my heart smile..
Many prayers for you Janae..your faith,Brooke and your family will keep you strong.
My girl’s are 23 and 17 :( seems like yesterday also..Shredded wheat is my favorite, its a big problem for me..
Gabrielle
Oh, time goes by sooo fast! So, young mommies, enjoy those wonderful years when your kids are small!!! They grow faster then you can blow out the candles on their birthday cake.
PS: Just watched Mo Farah win the 5k race!
MartinaNYC
Those cookies from your friend are seriously too cute! And I bet they’re also so yummy…
I am cereal-addicted, I like every single kind of them! But since I eat them every day in huge quantities, I try to stick to the healthy kinds… usually multigrain Trader O’s! Between me and you though (and the rest of the world wide web), I like for my cereals to be extra-mushy, so I put them in a bowl with milk and then microwave the whole thing for about 50sec….shhhh….
Kelly in Canada
Favourite cereal: Nature’s Path gluten free Sunrise Crunchy Maple. I slice up strawberries and a banana and it’s SO DELICIOUS!
I’m looking forward to cheering on my nieces at their provincial swim meet! It’s the biggest (and last) swim meet of the year and they have worked very hard to get there.
Erica
Off to NYC.
No cereal obsession (well out of the norm) but have been loving toast and jelly. I’ve been having it for dessert after every meal.
Jill B
It looks like Brooke had a wonderful birthday!! The photo of her yesterday with her big blue eyes looking a little serious made my heart melt!
My son just turned 2 a month ago and he would also go crazy riding a pony! We rode a camel last weekend at the local zoo :) I wasn’t sure if he would want to stay on it but he did!
I am looking forward to a Detroit Tigers game with my extended family this weekend!
I have been on an english muffin kick, but otherwise I like Life Cereal!
Have a fabulous weekend!
Melissa
Brooke is so cute! I love the pic with her in the jail.
I have some fun plans this weekend that include my sister so that’s exciting for me. I don’t see her all that often so we have a hangout planned!
I have a little sweetheart who is 7 and she is the light of my life. She is such a sweet, sensitive soul and she makes me so proud every day. Me and her Dad are not together and she has adapted to that so well.
Favourite cereal- I am not a big cereal eater but last one I was into was shreddies with raspberries added into it.
Gracie (Complicated Day)
Brooke in the jail is the cutest thing I’ve seen all week!
Danielle
What a great day!
I’m looking forward to my first 5k race Sunday! Hoping for under an hour, but that’s probably not realistic. Tomorrow we are taking the kids to see Planes. And then Monday we are taking them bowling- one last hurrah before school starts back on Thursday.
My kids are 9, 5, and about to turn 1 on the first. Cute as a button party coming right up!
We’ve been on a lucky charms kick lately. Yum.
Elizabeth
Thanks for sharing Brooke’s birthday with us. I’m super jealous that you have a which which, even though I have not tried it, I have heard great things. I came so close to trying it a year ago, we had went to pick up lunch, for my friend and the bridal party, but they were super packed and it would of made us late to the wedding ceremony. I lived up to my duties and put my friend first and went somewhere else to pick up lunch.
1. We are going to a water park this weekend our last big thing before school starts up again.
2. I have a 6 year old as of August 14.
3. Cereal? I haven’t had a bowl of cereal in such a long time. I have to change that quick!
Karen @ Runner Girl Eats
I am looking forward to my MOM coming into town tomorrow!!! I can’t wait!!!
I haven’t bought cereal in a long time but at work the other day I enjoyed some Lucky Charms. They were magically delicious like always ;)
Mary Wise
So glad Brooke had a great birthday! She’s so precious and so blessed to have you as a mom! Have a great weekend!!
Jazz
Nothing exciting planned for the weekend…
My little dude is 7 months, can’t wait for his 1st b day cake!
Fav cereal right now is frosted flakes, I eat it as a dessert / snack though, doesn’t really fill me up!
Jen @ milesandblessings
Looks like such a fun day :)! Happy 1st bday Brooke.
I am getting ready to start school with my girls next week!
Favorite cereal right now…Life or Honey Nut Cheerios :)!
Lacy
I am most looking forward to my nephew’s first birthday party this Sunday! I am making his cake and can’t wait to see if he nibbles or dives in.
My son is 3 1/2 and my daughter is almost 2. They are the light of my life and make every day more exciting that it ever would be without them. I love celebrating their birthday’s, it is so much fun.
No favorite cereal lately since I am doing a 21 day sugar cleanse but when I am not I really, really, really love Frosted Mini Wheats, Life and Raisin Bran. I also really like Grape Nuts with honey for some reason.
Chelsea @ LittleOneRuns
Hahaha I honestly thought I had something to do this weekene, but then realized it’s next weekend not this one. So I’m looking forward to just relaxing this weekend since fall semester started and has be going every which way. Speaking of “which”, that Which Which sandwich looks soooooo good. Reminds of this place near me called Togos :)
Sally
I’m eating FMWs as I read this!! My kids are 25, 23, 21, 19, 15 and 12. My 25 and 23 year olds are home for a week!! Yay! We have been doing a lot of running while they are home. My 23 is running the Pocatello marathon in a couple of weeks. He has a 20 mile day tomorrow, so we’re all long running – but not that far for us :). My 21 and 19 are serving missions. Guess where my 21 is…..Provo! She’s serving in Lindon right now.
I’m also glad to see I’m not the only Mom my age reading the blog!
Ali
I laughed out loud at the picture of Brooke in ‘jail’. She has so much character! Are you constantly laughing at all of the little things she does? I find her just hilariously adorable and I’ve never met you guys! :)
Chels R.
Looks like Brooke had a wonderful b-day! I want to go to Miss Kitty’s dance hall :-)
My fave cereal lately is definitely Vanilla Chex! I can eat them straight outta the box.
Deana
Looks like a great day! Brooke looks like she enjoyed it too, which is even better. :)
My boys are 7, 4.5 & 2.5 yrs old. They are Busy! Already looking forward to my youngest bday in November :)
Kara
We are moving this weekend, which is sure to be a circus with three littles and two dogs. I am very much looking forward to the moving party donuts and coffee, though. Also the weather is supposed to be spectacular for my long run this weekend. That always makes a girl happy, right?
My children are 18 months, 3 (almost 4, next month), and 5. Boy, girl, boy. Looking back at their birthdays, I cherish the little birthday celebrations that we did quietly as a family even more than the big parties. The slower pace and smaller crowd leaves more room for appreciation of the day. It looks like you had a great time celebrating your baby girl on her very first.
Favorite cereal right now is Quaker oatmeal squares honey nut flavor. But that is a lie. Lucky Charms is really my favorite cereal every day of my life, but I can’t in good conscience eat that every morning…so the oatmeal squares are a tasty, healthy second. ;)
Hope that you have a great weekend!
Jenn@Be ME
Looks like a great day! My kiddo is 7 weeks old ; )
Lauren @ The Highlands Life
Looks like y’all had a great day!
I have a 10.5 month old and as we were driving back home from a beach trip last night, we were starting to plan first birthday stuff. I just can’t believe it’s already time! Where does the time go?!
Amanda
She is just too adorable!! Can’t wait to read about her bday party! I’m sure she will have so much fun! My daughter is 12 about to turn 13 in November! Eek! Yes, I started young. I had her when I was just 20. :)
Kay
Aw, what a great day! My nephew did the same thing on his 1st birthday, he seemed more confused by the cupcake than anything else haha.
SaraRM
Which Wich Pesto= Absolute fav!! I always ask for pesto on the side bc lets be honest, once can never enough pesto.
Allee @ Griselda Mood
Aw, what a fun day! My daughter’s first birthday is Sept. 4th and I can’t believe it! Time goes by way too fast. I LOVE the picture of you two with her on the horse! Looks like you gave her a fun, memorable day and I bet her upcoming party will be just as awesome :-)
Ashley
My girls are 7 (2nd grade) and almost 5. I would have to say my favorite cereal, and I have to keep it out of the house is Recess Puffs! Yummy. Looks like Brooke had a great day. She is so pretty!
Laura @ Live, Run Sparkle
The pic of her in the jail was adorable, lol. Looks like you guys had an amazing birthday extravaganza!
This weekend I am going to Victoria, BC because I haven’t been there yet. We are taking the first ferry in from Vancouver, and the last ferry back in the day. Its going to be exhausting but worth it. Can’t wait!
Chrissy
Looks like a fantastic birthday, Brookers!
Janae – your sister’s hair looks so beautiful straightened! I don’t know if I’ve ever noticed it straight before. She has gorgeous hair!
I am running a half this weekend – the Madison Mini in WI. I’m stoked, and am not sure if I am going to try to race hard, or just simply run because I can. Either way, it’s running so it is all good!
Favorite cereal: Lucky Charms. I could eats boxes of this every day:)
Jessica S.
Good luck on your race! I did the Madison half in the spring!! Your comment caught my eye and I had to say something :)
Katie @ running4cupcakes
Awww looks like you had a super fun day. And no birthday is complete without frosting. My Luke is 16 months old today!!
Naomi
I am looking forward to GETTING MARRIED this weekend! Ahhh! :)
Jamie
Happy Birthday to Brooke!!! She is so so adorable!! I just started reading your blog this summer & love it!! You are so inspirational to me (as i know you are to many others) as a new mom & runner. My son is 10 months old today. This weekend I have a family trip to the waterpark, a 14 mile run & lots of snuggling with my baby boy planned. I go back to work Monday ( I’m a pediatric physical therapist in the schools) & I’m going to miss my time home with him! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!!
Lisa
What a fun celebration!! She looks like she was in Birthday Girl heaven. Those cookies are darling! Very talented baker.
Let’s see-
This weekend, looking forward to the zoo. Hoping that it doesn’t rain. :)
My son is 16. And awesome…
And favorite cereal…combo of Special K and Rice Krispies for super crunch, topped with blueberries. I do not pour the milk until the last possible minute. Keepin’ it crispy keeps me happy.:)
Happy Birthday again to sweet Brooke. She sure is wonderful!!! Have a fun weekend, and keep smiling!
Lisa
Kaitlin @4loveofcarrots
it looks like Brooke had a fantastic birthday!! No kids for me just a furbaby who is a little over a year old!
Nicole @Pink Elephant on Parade
I love rice krispie treat cereal but it’s become really difficult to find in stores so I’ve settled for second best: Smacks. Mmmm, after a summer run nothing tastes better than cereal.
Nicole
I’ve always wondered….what if you were to make Rice Krispie Treats, then break’em up and eat it in a bowl with milk……
(Sorry to comment on your comment….I’m in a typing everything I think mode!) :)
Amy @ Long Drive Journey
Oh my gosh I love those birthday cookies! Personally, I like the idea of birthday cookies more than birthday cake. Unless you have a cookie cake. So glad Brooke had a good day!
danielle
What a fun day!! Also, your hair looks aaaaaaamazing in these pictures. Like, really fabulous.
Running Rosa
What a great day! Happy Birthday Brooke!
My son is 14 months old and wanted nothing to do with his birthday cake. I was shocked and wondered if he was really my child. But now he likes the occasional sweet so I know he’s mine again.
Emily @ Running for Boston
Happy Birthday Brooke! Looks like a fun time was had by all!
Ashley @ Saving Money in your Twenties
what an awesome birthday for brooke! I’m excited for tonight because we’re hosting our housewarming party- even though we moved in 3 months ago… whoops!!
Amanda
I’m looking forward to a fun trip and running on the beach
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun
Happy Birthday Brooke!! It looks like she had a WONDERFUL first birthday. That cupcake looks AMAZING! Glad you enjoyed your time with that precious little girl :)
Karim Jones
Glad you had such a great day with Brooke! Happy birthday, little one! Those cookies…. Wow. They looked delicious!
This weekend I am looking forward to taking Sofi to the Farmers Market. She always gets one of those uber healthy but kinda yucky muffins and I get THE most delicious chocolate chip cookies. Oh yeah and some veggies.
Captain Crunch is my go to cereal right now. Pretty sure my teeth will rot off.
Lauri
Happy happy birthday Brooke! She looks so grown up on that pony and adorable as always!!
I am super excited for the weekend b/c two of my best girlfriends from college are visiting for some girl time!! I see lots of lounging by the pool with them in my future, catching up with old friends and just relaxing. I squeezed in my 8 mile long run (!) this morning and am ready to relax!!!
My son is 5 1/2 and starts Kindergarten in a little over a week – I am very very emotional about it!!!
Lindie
Brooke is adorable. What a fun day celebrating! We love thanksgiving point too! Have you been to the children’s gardens? So fun!
This weekend I am looking forward to swimming with my girls.
My girls are 3 years old and 1 year old
Favorite cereal is definitely honey nut Cheerios.
Fizz @fizzsbizz
She is just TOO stinkin cute.
I’m looking forward to spending the whole weekend in tahoe in the sunshine and out of the SF fog. Hooray!
My favorite cereal (well I guess it’s not really a cereal) is porridge. I’m have an obsession.
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
That picture of her in the jail is soo epic, ha love it! Sounds like it was an awesome birthday :)
Liz @ The Girl on Fire Now
I love the picture of you and Brooke with the cupcake – you both look so happy! :)
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles
Mini Wheats will always be one of my favourite cereals…so good. And the picture of Brooke in the jail = hilarious. Glad to hear that she had a good birthday!
stephanie wagner
Looking forward to my biggest triathlon of the year! Been training with a coach all season and ready for my A race… No kiddo’s here.. and FMW are the all time favorite.
Hope you have a nice weekend with your family :)
Jessica R @ fromthekitchentotheroad
That little town is super cute! This weekend we are going to a family reunion. That should be fun.
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
So glad you guys were to celebrate Brooke with all of her favorite things. And you’re looking beautiful Janae! Keep smiling.
Most looking forward to a barbecue tonight with friends and Hunter’s first 5K tomorrow! :)
Hunter is 4.5 months! It’s going tooooooooooo fast.
Favorite cereal would most definitely be Oatmeal Squares. Gahh I can’t get enough. I seriously wonder if my love for them will ever go away.
Have a great day girl. xoxo
Annette@FitnessPerks
Awwwwww SO fun!!! Brooke looks adorbs in all these photos. Happy 1 year to her! <3
Jenna
TEAM JANAE! Fine job celebrating your girl! Stay strong and keep being awesome!
Jamie @ fitfortherun
Looks like Brooke had an awesome birthday! Can’t wait to hear about her birthday party!
Lynsey
This weekend we are traveling back home after three crazy weeks of vacation and races. I’m hoping to keep it pretty low key (aside from tackling the mountain of laundry we have accumulated) because we are leaving again next weekend for the Edmonton marathon and fitness expo.
Cereal lately (and always actually) is granola. I think I could live off of granola of it was socially acceptable and my kids and husband didn’t complain.
My daughter is two and a half and my little guy is 7 months on the 19th.
Looks like Brooke was really enjoying herself. My daughter is crazy about animals too (especially cats these days)! She would be thrilled beyond thrilled to get a pony ride.
Alyssa @ See This Girl Run
Cute! Looks like she had an awesome birthday :)
This weekend I get to go see friends that I haven’t seen in a few weeks. I’m also going to try to squeeze in some naps. Because heaven knows I’ll need all the energy I can get for my upcoming crazy week!
You know, I have no clue when the last time was I ate cereal. I just don’t really eat it anymore. Strange.
Cathryn
I’m a day late but happy birthday Brooke!!!! Looks like she had an amazing day. She is very brave on the horse… My little boy hated his first horse ride!!
Andrea
Cookies for Brookie! So adorable. She’s a doll Janae! My kids are 7, 5 and 12 weeks…all boys…pray for me. ;)
So looking forward to my run this morning without hurrying. With a baby you ALWAYS are in a hurry. ;)
Cereal…I love my oatmeal, but I do crave cereal and milk a lot. Love the Kashi Go Lean Crunch. Yum. But, i’m also a good old fashioned cheerios girl, too. ;)
Christina
Last night I went and got some fro-yo and I thought about you, hoping you see the end of this painful period of life sooner rather than later. So I hope that around 4:30 PST last night you felt a woman in Nevada standing in solidarity with you!
How sweet that Brooke was dainty with her birthday treat.
Rocio
Aww looks like she had a great birthday! :)
Danica @ It's Progression
She’s so cute! And I agree – birthdays should always be extended for as long as possible :)
Christine
So happy you all had a great day celebrating Brooke yesterday! I’m all about extending birthday celebrations.
I’m most looking forward to spending some time with my kiddos. My son started kindergarten and it has been hard on me that he is gone so much of the day. I’m so excited for him learning and growing and making more friends. But my goodness I miss him during the day!
My kids are 5 & 3. I love them so much. They are at such fun ages. My son is learning to read and has 2 wiggly teeth. My daughter loves being outside and playing in the dirt or running around. Growing so fast and trying to enjoy every second of it.
My favorite cereal has been granola that has almonds and raisins in it. Although sometimes you just need a bowl of Captain Crunch, haha.
Rebecca Jo
That picture of Brook in jail is hilarious :)
Glad you all had a great day with family! & of course Brooke deserves a drawn out celebration.. as it should be
Laura @losingrace
Looks like a great way to spend the day, love the photos from the little town. Her happy face riding the pony makes me smile!
Favorite cereal lately is Special K with strawberries and chocolate flakes in it- super yummy!
Nancy
Looks like a great birthday. I remember those days. My boys are 18, 16, 12 and my daughter is 10. Seems like just yesterday our first son was turning 1. Now he towers over me. Favorite cereal is a blueberry flax cereal from Target. This weekend is some running and school supplies. Love her cupcake!!
Shannon
Hi, Brooke is so cute in every picture she takes! It is so hard to believe she is one years old. This weekend the grand kids are coming over and we have some fun things planned :) They are an awesome 7 and 3 years old and are so precious and loving. Cant wait ~ hope you have a great weekend.
Robert
14, 6, 4.
And I love me some Life cereal.
Laura
Awww, looks like the perfect day!
My kids are 17, 6, and almost 2! Yes I like to spread them out, lol.
Actually heading out this morning to spend the weekend at my moms house!
Hope you both enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Amy @ crazysweatymommy
My kids are 10, 8 next week, and 7 next month—13 months apart, but I love it that way. BFFs for life!
alicia
Kashi GoLean Cereal – cinnamon crumble flavor or the honey almond flax flavor
emi
love this! happiest bday to that little girl who we are missing here in CA! XOXO
Amy @ Run Mom Run
Looks like so much fun! I had FMW for breakfast this morning. Delicious.
My kids are 5 and 7. I can’t believe they are that old!
My weekend is absolutely swamped. With a 2 day Virtue Run and Conference and a symphony performance Sunday night plus all the regular stuff I do on Sundays. It’s going to be busy, but freaking amazing.
Jill C.
So cute! That cupcake looks delicious and I want it!
char eats greens
Her with the cupcake!! Too cute!! Sounds like a perfect 1st birthday!
Ashley
Brooke looks SO happy! The day seems perfect . . . and can’t wait to see pictures from the big celebration! I bet she will do great as the center of attention :)
Kaleena @ the hopeful triathlete
I love Which Wich! I always get a turkey pesto with red pepper. Soooo tasty.
This weekend is a beach party and bike ride extravaganza. Really looking forward to it.
And I’ve always been a Honey Nut Cheerios girl. What can I say, it’s a classic and I’m hooked.
Lauren
I am looking forward to babysitting my brother’s girlfriend’s little boy! I do not have any nieces/nephews yet, but he’s going to be mine soon! I cannot wait! He is a little blue-eyed cutie! My favorite cereal is peanut butter puffins!
How does your sister do her hair?! She gets it nice and volumized on the top which I can never do because my hair is so fine!
I have a picture from my first birthday and I think I have more cake on me than in my mouth lol… Obviously, nothing has changed.
megan @munchercruncher
Happy Bday darling Brooke! That little thing is sure adorable. Although…who takes one small bite of a cupcake? That girl has more self control than me! ;)
chris
My girlfriend must have been looking at your blog and left it up on my laptop this morning. Please stop posting pictures of your child as I can tell my girlfriend is getting crazy with baby fever. Thank you for understanding in this matter.
The Hungry Runner Girl
Hahahahah! Now I will just email her pictures of brooke too;)
Katie
How sweet! My little boys are 7 (they’re awesome twins) and all idid on their 1st b-day was cry. I was so happy and sad at the same time. Who told them they could grow up! They’re fixing to be 8 soon and I’m already sad.
I love Raisan Bran and I dont’ eat raisins any other time. I think they’re weird!
Missy
You and your sister have such beautiful hair!
Tracy
Best thing: Back to School Shopping! Clothes and of course ingredients for the MANDATORY homemade cookies for the return home on the first day of school.
My kids are 2 girls, 16 & 12 and my boy 10.
Cereal: All the CHEX, including new Vanilla
Nicole
Vanilla Chex??? Whaaaa??? This is the best public service announcement all day!!
Tracy
ha! I didn’t actually get to try the box of Vanilla… they were gone before I had a chance.
Katie
Brooke on the pony!!!!! Cutest. Ever. What a happy, sweet little girl :)
xo
Leigha
Best thing is being able to SLEEP IN! Oh my gosh that wrap looks AMAZING. Lately my cereal has been Life!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables
she is SUCH a cutie! Happy birthday, Brooke!
Amanda
Nature’s Path Gorilla Munch!
Looks like a great birthday celebration. Awesome.
Victoria @ My Bright Pink Runners
Cute pictures!
I’m running a 15K this weekend that I’m not prepared for at all because we were on vacation last week.
I have two little boys ages 2.5 years and 10.5 months. They went to daycare for half the day today and I got Starbucks and came home and pouted because I have to go back to work soon.
Dolly
I have two little ones. My little boy is 2 1/2 years old and my little girl just turned 6 months old. They are just about two years apart.
My favorite cereal lately is Honey Bunches of Oats with Almonds.
Kristen @ notsodomesticated
She’s so precious!! :) I love that picture of her on the pony!
Addie is 4 months today. It’s amazing how quickly the days go by!
Caitlin
Mm yeah i want you to plan my 25th bday next month ;) i’ve been wanting to ride a pony for years with no luck! Her face in the jail pic is hilarious…i work as a nanny for a three year old and 10 month old and crack up whenever i put the baby in his crib…he always sits and holds the bars which makes me think of jail :P i swear i’m a fun nanny ;) my favorite cereal right now is a tie between apple cinnamon chex and cinnamon bunches of oats….that I may have picked all the granola bunches out of. I swear I’m almost 25 ;) have a great weekend love!
Jess Nelsen
Hello, Janae! I have been a faithful blog follower of yours for about two years now, but I think this is my first time commenting. First of all, Brooke is one of the most beautiful babies I’ve ever seen! She’s darling! So, nice work making one gorgeous little girl. :) Second, I have thought of you so much since I read about your divorce. My heart just aches for you. I am also LDS and I attended an endowment session at our temple here in Anchorage, Alaska last night and as I walked by the place where you can write down names to be prayed for, I thought of you and wrote your name down. So, for what it’s worth, you’ve got prayers from way up north coming to you. Hang in there and know that you are a fantastic person! Your blog brings happiness and inspiration to so many people. I’m also a runner, but haven’t been able to run for awhile because I’m pregnant and have been very sick. But reading about your running accomplishments makes me even more excited to get back out there as soon as I can. Thanks!
The Hungry Runner Girl
That means the world to me. Thank you Jess!
Ashley @ Eat Run Live Happy
I have a 5 year old and a two year old! I’m only 25 and time has flown! It looks like the perfect celebration!!!!
Sue
Brooke’s day of celebration looks like a lot of fun. I love the picture of her on the pony. My daughter is 16 going on 30 and I don’t know anything right now. I remember when she used to look at me like Brooke looks at you!!! I miss those days. LOL. Hopefully it’s just a phase and my daughter will love me again soon. Have a nice weekend. Take care.
runningwithscissors
Looks like Brooke had one great bday!!!
Fave cereal as of late is Vanilla Chex. OMG….can.not.get.enough.
I have a 15 mile training run by myself tomorrow morning at 5. Unfortunately, nobody from my running group can join me. =(
Have a great weekend!!
-- R
Brooke is so sweet! I can’t wait to see more pictures of her with cake :).
MILF Runner
So cute with her nibbled cupcake!
My kids are 14, 11, 8 and 4. I also have stepkids who are in their 20’s and 30’s. I’ve been with them since the youngest two were 3 and 4. Kids are awesome :)
This weekend I’m looking forward to extensive nit-combing. Lice is so much fun. Not.
Lauren @ Everyday Lauren
You and your sister have GORGEOUS hair. I’m super jealous.
My favorite cereal is Honey Nut O’s.
XO Lauren
Nicole
Haha – I love Brooke’s sad face when she’s in the jail! She’s perfect.
Most looking forward to this weekend: Dinner tomorrow night with a couple of my closest friends.
Favorite cereal lately has been mixing FiberOne Chocolate with Rice Krispies or Cheerios. :)
Renee @ Renee Runs Miles
Brooke’s day looks like fun. She is such a sweetie.
I’m looking forward to a weekend with nothing planned!!
My boys are 4, 2 and 9 months.
My favorite cereal lately is Life.
Kimberly @ Keeping up With Kimberly
Friday night is date night and this weekend we are having a family cookout at my parent’s house…busy busy!
I tried Hershey’s cookies n cream cereal recently…not bad…tasted a lot like cocoa puffs :)
Courtney
I can’t even stand how cute Brooke is!
Beautiful weather in RI this weekend. Looking forward to a hike on Saturday, possibly a visit to the local county fair and a long run on Sunday morning followed by lots of nothing!
I couldn’t even tell you the last time I ate cereal! I don’t like it very much and when I eat it, I always eat it without milk – just dry.
karen
Happy birthday to that little cutie!! What a great day for her :) so neat to see how they react to new things.
This weekend my wonderful photographer friend is going to capture some professional photos of my little guy – he’s already 4.5 months old! (slacker mom :P)
Peachylau
I havent been on you blog in so long and I cannot believe how grown up she is now!! Happy belated birthday to this gorgeous little girl xxx
Doni
Happy, Happy Birthday to Brooke (and, of course, you — I mean, you did all the work of the birthing part). We have birthday weeks in our household so that we can do multiple events (to accommodate everyone’s schedules — and it’s just more fun that way!)
My oldest is turning 19 (gasp!) today. Her three siblings are: 18, 15, and 11. (All girls except the 15 year old).
On the cereal front, I’d have to say my favorite is Honey Bunches of Oats with almonds. (I mean, it’s really Cap’n Crunch, but I’m “mature” enough now – ha! – to consider that more of a dessert rather than a cereal).
Enjoy the birthday week/month/quarter? :)
Kara
What are you most looking forward to this weekend? My dad & sister visiting!
Moms reading: how old are you kiddos? 3 and 2
Favorite cereal lately? Honey nut Cheerios :)
Heather
Looks like a perfect 1 year old birthday day! I like to keep things low key, but all the cousins and family like a big party. Good for you for finding a compromise.
This weekend I’m looking forward to some family time. My husband has been working crazy hours and I don’t think I’ve said more than a couple words to him all week.
My kids are 6, 5, and 18mos.
I don’t eat a lot of cereal (gasp!) cuz I like to start the day with protein. Usually an egg on goat cheese toast. Mmmmm…
This post made me happy seeing you doing fun things and enjoying Brooke. One year olds is probably my favorite age. Tantrums still off in the distance, haha.
Jolene
That picture of Brooke on the pony made me smile. She looks like she won the lottery!
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona
Those orange and white cookies are pretty cute!
I’m looking forward to a fire and smores tomorrow night with some friends I haven’t seen in awhile. You can’t go wrong with marshmellows.
Johanna B
I have a photo of my daughter riding a horse when she was almost the same age as Brooke. Thanks for the memories. She was 26 on the 15th.
Sarah G.
Sounds like Brooke had an awesome birthday!!
This weekend, I am really looking forward to setting a new personal distance record for myself… I have 15 miles on the schedule for tomorrow! And thank goodness I will have company :)
Jackie
I want a birthday like that. Minus the jail ;-)
This weekend is going to be a mix of housework and fun. The fun will include grilling at a park, sitting around a bonfire and going (again) to the Iowa State Fair. (One of the 1000 places you should go before you die. Its in the book. Really.)
My daughters are 9 and 11. Great ages. They are from China and this summer we were able to return for a heritage tour. So they are being really nice right now :-)
I like Kashi Crunch with Chobani, chai seeds and drid blueberries. Costco anyone?
Carolyn
Looks like the Brooker had a fun day! My kiddos are 6,4,2 and baby#4 due next Tuesday! I have all boys and we don’t know what we are having.:) I love lucky charms but tend to not buy it very often since its so full of sugar, I usually eat it for dessert anyway. Have a great weekend!
Lora
Looking forward to brunch with my family this weekend…is it Sunday yet?
My little one is 2 and I am currently preggers and expecting in Feb.
Steel Cut Oatmeal is my thing lately.
Happy weekend!