Today’s Agenda:
-16 miles….last 4 miles at a 6:55 pace….this will be fun.
-Pack. Like usual I will pack last second.
-Get on a plane to California.
I won’t have Brooke for a few days which is kind of killing me inside, it’s going to be really hard to be without my little sidekick, but I’ll get through it and my Sunday night reunion with her will be the best thing ever. Over the next few days I will do everything I can to not think about it and keep myself as busy as possible with my California friends, my mom (she is coming too) and my aunt and uncle. And drink a lot of Diet Coke. +Vanilla. And eat a lot of swedish fish and candy corn.
Last night Brooke had her photo shoot so we got her all dressed up.
I already have two of the amazing pictures back from my friend:
Just a month late on the bday pictures:)
Those little teeth.
And one from my phone….hi, all of the sudden Brooke looks like she is 2.5 years old.
The amazing photographer (aka my older sister… not technically related but you know what I mean. I have known her since I was 5 and she even lived at our house for a little while during college). Photographing/getting a one year old to pose is tough work and we were starving by the end so we went to a pizza place that was right next to where we were taking pics.
The best thing I know to eat the night before a long run. Pizza is kind of my good luck charm.
And for dessert I had some of that red velvet cake in the picture with Brooke above…once again she barely touched her cake so I am forced to eat it for her.
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What was the last dessert/treat that you had?
Favorite meal to eat the night before a long run?
What is your long run this weekend?
181 comments
Lauren @ The Highlands Life
Last dessert I had was my chocolate pots de creme I just posted on my blog. So good. Seriously. You have to make them!! You will want to be BFF’s.
Michelle @ 3cheaprunners
Good choice with the Red Velvet! Those pics are gorg!!! Can’t wait to see the rest of them. Safe trip this weekend
Lisa
Oh my! She is absolutely too cute for words in her photo shoot!
So beautiful!
The last treat I had was some chocolate a few days ago. You can never go wrong with chocolate.
Gari
She is the sweetest kid I ve ever seen. And these photos are amazing.
I just had a soy biscuit flavor yogurt. One of my favourite desserts lately.
Michelle @ A Healthy Mrs
Those pictures! So cute! I love her hair — she looks so grown up!
Best of luck this weekend in California – we’ll be thinking of you!
Madison
Last treat I had was last night’s dessert: cinnamon sugar brioche doughnuts dipped in hot fudge. OMGEEE!
Heather @fitncookies
Good luck this weekend. I imagine it will be really hard, but I’m glad your mom is able to go with you. Brooke will be in fantastic hands in Utah, but I’m sure that reunion will be amazing on Sunday :) That run looks tough.. good luck!
Last dessert would be a cinnamon roll. Love them! I’m a fan of all things pizza so that sounds amazing as a pre run food. My long run is only 5 miles! Woo! Recovery week :)
Adrienne S
15miles will be long run this weekend. Longest run I have done to date. I am scared. But, I have a friend who I have convinced to join me.
Megan
Good luck this weekend. The pictures of brooke are amazing!! Those eyes are so gorgeous!
Lizzy
I absolutely love those little gold shoes! And those blue eyes! Adorable.
Good luck in CA!
Charlotte @ Commitness to Fitness
OMG that photoshoot is the cutest thing everrrr! she looks so grown up in that last one!! last dessert i had was a molten chocolate cake. i think i mentioned it on here recently too, sorry i cant stop talking about. not sorry :)
Ashley @ Eat Run Live Happy
I do pasta with red sauce before long runs. I had to learn the hard way! NOOO fiber. ;-)
Last night I had a turtle cookie from a store bakery. Chocolate cookie with fudge and caramel drizzled on top with chopped nuts!
Those pictures are adorable! Brooke is so lucky to have her whole life in awesome beautiful pictures!
I know it’s hard to leave. I have to leave my kids every other weekend and it’s hard. Hang in there!
Sarah @PickyRunner
Brooke is absolutely adorable. Good luck this weekend! Just keep looking at pictures of her on your phone and that will help. The two of you can have one big dessert party when you are reunited on Sunday!
Runner Girl Eats
Great pics! I hope your weekend is full of wonderful distractions :) I didn’t have dessert last night and I’m really wanting something sweet right now so maybe I’ll have dessert for breakfast.
Ashley @ OurPersonalRecords
Ahhh Brooke is getting SO BIG!!! Having your mom with you this weekend will help you get through it!
Last night I went to town on a bag of Reese’s Pieces and Starbursts. No running for me this weekend, but hopefully I will make to a spin class!
Abby @ Change of Pace
Good luck and stay strong this weekend. It will be amazing to see Brooke’s little face light up when she sees you on Sunday!
The last dessert I had was last night at book club: gooey cinnamon buns, ju-jubes, and jelly beans. So yummy!
Good luck on the long run! I’m just starting to get back into training after recovery for a few weeks and am looking forward to my workouts this weekend!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Sending hugs to you this weekend <3 It'll be over before you know it and you'll be hanging out with Brooke and being forced to eat her dessert in no time :)
Karien @ Running the Race
Big hug for this weekend. x
Andrea
Those pictures of Brooke are too cute! I love the teeth.
julie
best of luck this weekend, know we’ll all be thinking of you and sending positive vibes! :)
Meredith
The weekend will go fast- I know how hard it is at first to be without our little sidekicks. But, you get through it and it goes fast and to tell you the truth, now I kinda look forward to the quiet (my son though is 9, when he was much younger it was much harder and different to separate from him). Enjoy your long run and have a great flight and a great weekend.
Christina
Have a great run! I am certain that you will absolutely rock it and you will feel so strong when you look back on it – and the same is true for California. You will be great and in the end, there is little Brookers waiting for you (with the biggest smile, I’m sure)
I had gummy candy for dessert last night after chipotle. A win-win dinner!
Still not allowed to run (tibia stress fracture. You know how that is.). It’s been 60 days today, since I last ran.
So gym it is!
… and don’t forget, we are all here to cheer you on.
You will be great!
Lauren @ Love Is The Point
I know you’ve already heard this 873947094857 times today, but Brooke is just SO BEAUTIFUL! Prayers for a smooth weekend.
Morgan
Pizza is my favorite pre long run meal too. Brooke’s pictures are too cute!
Drink as much diet coke as you need this weekend-have you tried coke zero? Life changing. Glad your mom is coming with you- keep your head up girl.
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun
I usually stick to pasta the night before a long run or something pretty bland that can’t mess up my stomach too bad! The last desert I had was some candy Tuesday night. Trying to be good and limit my treats until the weekend now :)
Cathryn
Good luck over the weekend! You’ve got this x
Lauren
Will be praying for you this weekend! I know that will be hard not to have Brooke right there but at least it’s a short trip…speaking of Brooke, holy cuteness!!! I hope you will share more of the pictures as you have them!
Good luck on the run tomorrow :)
Leah @ Running with the Hayneses
Brooke does look like a 2.5 year old all of a sudden! :) I think it’s the new haircut. I hope your weekend goes well and that you have fun getting together with friends and family! Safe travels!
Alyssa
I will be thinking of you all weekend, and sending you love and light!
melissa @ TheRedHeadedRunner
Brooke looks like a little Mary Tyler Moore in that outfit. So cute!
You CAN do hard things!
I signed up for a half marathon last minute like a compulsive shopper.
Melissa
Kristen @ notsodomesticated
Just think how EXCITED Brooke is going to be when you’re reunited on Sunday. That is going to be pretty darn cool. ;) Love ya, girl!
Kari @ Running Ricig
Pizza is definitely my go-to meal before a long run, too. Plus, then leftovers are great for refueling after the run.
I don’t remember what the last dessert I had was. Probably the cookies my mom made for me last week.
Hang in there this weekend!!
mary @ minutes per mile
i like sushi or a simple pasta before a long run. definitely off the menu, sadly, are pizza and salads and fajitas. I have tried all of these before and it turned out terrible! ha. brooke is so cute!
Nicole @Pink Elephant on Parade
spaghetti with squash–just cook the zucchini in some olive oil then dump the oil and zucchini over the spaghetti and it’s the most amazing delicious thing in the whole entire world. I then save the extra zucchini/oil and use it on oatmeal the next day for lunch. Mmmm, now I’m hungry.
christin
Love these pictures of her!! Such a beautiful girl with the prettiest eyes! (and btw: I’m kind of jealous of her shoes – SO adorable! :)
The last dessert I had was ice cream last night. No explanation needed.
Big hugs for the weekend! Thinking of you!! <3
eep
Brooke looks a lot like your mother in these photos. I think it is the way you’ve done her hair.
We’re having pizza tonight. We often have pizza on Friday nights and it is the perfect fuel for a long Saturday run!
Chelsea @ A Fit LittleOne
Froyo!! Last Sunday hahaha geez that feels like forever ago. I usually just eat the same, nothing changes, well except after the long run I make a huge smoothie to drink :) I’m hoping for 4-6 miles, every half mile I increase my speed, should be interesting :)
Shannon @ Mon Amour
Best of luck this weekend in California. Stay strong girl! And how excited Brooke will be when she sees you on Sunday will absolutely melt your heart. Have a great long run!
Shari
Oh, those pictures of Brooke are just precious. She is darling!
Good luck this weekend. Many positive vibes being sent your way!
Jenny
Brooke is just adorable! :)
Sending good thoughts for this weekend!
Flower Jovia
Last dessert, CANDY CORN OREOS, I die, seriously, get them.
Night before a long run ….uh, Pizza and then pizza and maybe a little pizza.
My long run this weekend is an 18 miler, though I don’t run as fast as you, but I’ll probably be finished by noon the next day.
Good luck this weekend. Your a strong girl, you’ll be fine. :)
Crystal@TheFastFitRunner
Wow, look at her. Those are SUPER cute. Is it wrong or weird that I am already thinking about my 2 month olds first birthday pictures???? You are right though, in mama’s eyes, they always look soooo much bigger and older than they are. Well….Brooke looks “mature” to me too. =)
Laura @ Live, Run, Sparkle
Stay strong this weekend, it will be over before you know it. While you’re there will you get a chance to see bangs friend? That might make it a little more enjoyable. Brookes pictures are so cute, she’s gorgeous!
Good luck on your run today too, you’re amazing!!
Angie
What adorable pictures! Brooke looks so old! You are doing amazing and remember you have a wonderful family, friends, and blog readers that support you.
Michelle @ Running More Than Errands
Last dessert was a brownie that my 2 year old helped make.
Cori @ olivetorun
What an adorable picture of Brooke for her 1st birthday :) Love the little teeth picture too! Have a safe flight!
Hope
Good luck this weekend and enjoy your cali friends! I know it will be so tough without Brooke but she will be fine. I will assume that she’s staying with your sister, and if that’s the case she will be having a blast while you are gone!!!
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More
Sunday night will be amazing! I’m glad your mom is going with you and good luck.
Brooke’s birthday pics are adorable!! Can’t wait to see more of them!
The last treat I had was a cinnamon caramel bar. It sounds better than it was.
Kristen
Good luck this weekend doing whatever you need to do and getting to see some of your friends. I’m sure they miss you.
You can do this. You are a finisher!
Erica
You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.
Thinking about you this weekend my dear friend.
HollieisFueledByLOLZ
Save travels and enjoy your time. I thought I was going a lot of traveling lately but I think might be on the same level with that. Have fun!
Victoria
((Hug)) and chug that diet coke like it’s being discontinued.
(wouldn’t that be sad if they discontinued diet coke? I’m crying now.)
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles
Can never go wrong with red velvet! And I adore Brooke’s hair is her little headband. So cute!
The last treat I had would be the Diablo Chocolate Cake I had last weekend, but I’m not counting my near-nightly chocolate fix ;-)
C
Good luck in California! That’s so hard. You are so strong. I hope everything goes well. Know that we are cheering for you and praying for you! I love this scripture:
D & C 84:88
“…for I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up.”
Erin Pierce
Good luck this weekend! I’ve been following your blog for along time and I feel like I personally know you! I’m pretty sure this is the first time you’ve been away from her, so I feel for you :( You’re strong, so I know you’ll make it through this!
Erin
Elizabeth @ my neon running shoes
Brooke is beautiful! Safe travels!!! Love ya, friend!
Britt @ Chicago Runner Girl
brookes hair! too cute, wish i could get mine to look that nice ;)
Allison (Ms. Whirlwind)
As a fellow divorcee, I say that you should drink just as much Diet Coke as you need! I pretty much lived off Diet Pepsi when I first got divorced (probably why I quickly lost forty pounds, ha!) and running was my outlet. As you keep saying, you need to do anything that makes you happy.
I haven’t been reading your blog very long, but I really emphasize with your situation. All I can say is that I know it gets better. I’m three and a half years out from the sudden end of my first marriage, and it’s like night and day. I’m keeping you in my thoughts!
And I had butterscotch walnut fudge from the breakroom last night. It was amazing.
Amy @ Long Drive Journey
You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers this weekend, Janae! Brooke looks adorable in those pictures. Her hair is so cute – it looks like she has a little bob. I hope you get to spend lots of time with Bangs friend while you’re gone!
Jackie
I’m so sorry you have to be away from role but I’m sure your reunion with her will be wonderful!
Sharsti@theblondehaiblueeyedrunner
Oh my giah! How can you stand it! Brooke is too cute, stay strong girl you got this!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
Hang in there girlfriend. You’ll do great this weekend and so will Brooke. Your reunion will be so special!
And those photos… I die! What a beautiful little girl you have.
Zaneta
Have fun on your long run!! Good luck with the last 4 miles! You’ll do it no problem I’m sure! ;)
That’s gonna be rough to leave Brooke, but your reunion in a couple days will be filled with hugs and kisses!! :)
Drink all the Diet Coke you need Janae! You’re right in doing things that make you happy right now! Keep your head up! I’m praying for you and thinking of you everyday as I have a family member that is going through the same thing at the same time right now… You will be ok! You’ve got tons of family, friends, and blog friends that love you and are here to support you in any way you need!! love ya girl! *hugs!*
Marissa
Oh those blue eyes!! My last treat was chocolate brownie thunder last night and my stomach totally repaid me on my run this morning :( Tomorrow is a 12 mile run with two girlfriends (woohoo!)
Jill
Aw janae, hang in there girl. I’m going thru the same thing and it does get easier. For me I keep busy and make plans with my girlfriends. Glad your mom is coming with you.
Love the balloon picture. It’s so cute :)
Christine
Those pictures are beyond adorable! Why do babies have to grow up so fast? Brooke is too cute! Good luck and enjoy your long run! I know it’s hard to be away from her for a few days, but she will want lots of kisses and snuggles when you get back. Safe travels and enjoy some time with your family and friends! You will be in my thoughts and prayers this weekend.
Megan D
Love the pictures. Brooke looks adorable in them. But I think we all knew that she would – is there a time when she DOESN’T look absolutely beautiful? I wish I could go to Cali to help distract you. But I am sure your awesome family and friends there will be so excited to see you and will do a great job. This is just a blip in the road. I hope your run goes well – definitely sounds like a tough one today. Use all your emotion to execute it well like I know you will. You are amazing and I love you!
Amy
Make Brooke’s adorable little smiling face with those cute little teeth the wallpaper on your phone so whenever you need it, she will be smiling at you. How can you do anything but smile when you see that little cutie pie?! This weekend will go great and enjoy the company of your friends and family. Safe travels!
Bethany
Milk duds, in the small Halloween packs. It makes we like I won’t eat as many. My long run is 18 miles on Sunday then watching the Pat’s game then Seahawks.
tess
Remember Philippians 4:13. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. And remember the addendum… with my mom, too. Stay strong and remember we are all with you. Good luck. I hope it goes quickly.
Those photos are priceless. That little face.
Ashlee@HinsHers
Oh wow she does look like a big girl all of a sudden! I think it’s the haircut. Shes so cute. Praying for a smooth weekend for you and your family!
Alyssa @ See This Girl Run
Stop it. Brooke is too cute!! and her eyes! I can’t get over them. So pretty!
Travel safe, Janae! Love ya! (yes, a lot of exclamation marks in this comment but just go with it) ;)
dana a.
Awww so sad you will be away from Brookie but glad your Mom and friends will be there to support you.
Speaking of diet coke, have you ever had a dirty diet coke? I guess its a Utah thing and I tried it at Sonic yesterday and it was really good!
Last dessert I had was a caramel apple sucker….love those things!
I usually just eat whatever before a long run, I need to research more about it.
My long run this weekend is 3 miles! Yea, I am following a training plan and thats what it says. Next week I go for 7 miles.
Aimee - funfitgirl
Most recent treat: dark chocolate almond fro-yo from TCBY…with tons of sprinkles and coconut flakes…DELICIOUS
Sunday I have 10 miles…training for my first half marathon!
Kay
I love the photos- so so cute!
Melissa
Her photos are amazing!! Good luck this weekend!
I’m running 10 mikes tomorrow morning, probably in the rain. I’ll have pb toast and a banana before my run. Had some frozen yogurt a few nights ago: green apple, mango, and pumpkin. I loved the green apple!
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life
Brooke is easily one of the cutest children I’ve ever seen! :) Good luck with your run! I know you’ll demolish it like you do all the other ones!
Elizabeth Brown
Every positive thought and prayers through this weekend. I hope the diet coke stupor finds you at Sunday evening before you know it. :)
Emly Jensen
Those pictures of Brooke – literally melting my heart.
The last dessert I had was 2 halves of 2 different cupcakes – espresso and tiramisu. SO GOOD! I put a picture of it on my blog this morning. I think I need to go back to the cupcake shop today….
I like pasta before a long run – simple and good! ;)
I’m doing a 23 tomorrow…..eck!
jrm
What an absolute doll!
Safe travels (via airplanes & feet/running)!
Lauren
Good luck this weekend, Janae. Head up, chin up, and plenty of hugs from your mommy! You’ll be back in Brooke’s arms soon enough! <3 My favorite thing to eat before a race is macaroni and cheese!
Morgan
Sending many positive thoughts and prayers for you getting through this! If you need a yogurtland/diet coke buddy (or Icing on the Cake – best desserts ever!) I’m sure us bay area girls would be happy to distract you :)
R
Those pictures of Brooke are so incredibly cute!!
Big hugs for you to get through this weekend. I know it will be tough, but just hold on to how happy you will be on Sunday night. <3
Amy @ Run Mom Run
Good luck through the weekend! I imagine it will be a bittersweet time.
Pizza works well for me the night before a long run as well. I kind of love it.
kimberly
i’ve been in your shoes. you’ve got this friend! bottoms up ;)
Laura @losingrace
Have a good weekend in Cali, glad you will have friends and family to keep you occupied.
Night before long run/race I like rice and salmon or some sort of lighter dinner but lunch the day before is usually a pizza or pasta thing for me.
Kelsey
My heart is with you while you are in California this weekend! I will be drinking lots of Coke Zero in spirit with you…love xoxo
Jessica R @ fromthekitchentotheroad
No long run for me this weekend, I am going camping for the first time in over a decade. Brooke is too cute for words. I hope that you can at least enjoy all of your diet coke this weekend.
Chels
I am looking fwd to running with my running group this weekend after last week’s marathon! Brooke looks adorable in those pics! Good luck this weekend and safe travels friend!
Emily
That backyard is so beautiful! I may have to visit Utah one day. The scenery looks pretty spectacular and your neighborhood seems so nice and peaceful.
Katy Berryman
Your hair is glowing in the pizza pic! So pretty! Your little girl is the cutest thing ever. I’m fairly certain her face makes everyone’s day better. Thanks for sharing!
Happy weekend and have a Diet Coke for me – with lime :)
lisa
Sending lots of hugs and strength for your trip. I am dreading this trip for you, so drink up! ;0
Brooke looks adorable!! So grown up looking! hang in there…you have lots of people in your corner. :)
Colleen
Your sweet little Brookers is so dang BEAUTIFUL! Can’t wait to see all of the pictures from her ONE YEAR photo shoot! LOVE her hair and those shoes…I die!
God speed this weekend Janae. Prayers and good thoughts for you and Brooker. Can’t wait to see you back with your little sweet pea on Sunday! Wishing you safe travels and many cups o’ Diet Coke! :D
April
Brooke looks so much like your mom in the picture where she is missing her tooth. I heard the song “Roar” on the radio this morning and it always makes me think of you (not trying to be creepy :)). I just think you have handled everything with such grace and strength. You have perfectly achieved the balance of being positive while also letting us see your vulnerable side.
danielle
Ahhh darling!! She looks a lot like your mom, in my opinion. Beautiful.
Good luck this weekend. I am seriously in awe of your strength, grace and dignity.
Jill Curtis
I LOVE her hair all blow dried and styled. She’s such a sweet little thing!
To honor National Run At Work day, I’ll be leaving work early to get my run in today (since I couldn’t get up this morning…).
You’re my hero. We are all supporting you! Have a nice weekend in California.
Laura
Good luck this weekend, Janae, I’m sure it won’t be easy, but so glad you have family and friends to lean on. I’ll have an extra (or three) diet cokes for you!
I’m making spaghetti and meatballs tonight for my long run tomorrow. I may have to try your pizza though, any excuse for more pizza, right?!?!
Morgan
Brooke looks like a little Matilda in that last picture! SO ADORABLE. The last dessert I had was some of my signature Guinness Fudge Cake with Stout Caramel Sauce.
And my favorite thing before a long run has to be a bowl of granola mixed with reese’s peices, chocolate chips, and pb2.
Monica
Praying for you this weekend. Glad you have your mom. Brooke’s pictures are breathtaking.
Rene Hall
Why does Brooke look so grown up? She is absolutely adorable!
I have 12 miles this weekend. I’m trying something new with my training and doing some long runs for my half (14 next weekend, then 15) before my taper. Hoping that helps me break my PR.
Thinking of you this weekend.
Blaire @ Just Been Running
I plan to run 8 miles this weekend!! That pizza looks AMAZING and so do you :) You are just gorgeous girl!
Nicole @ Work in Sweats Mama
Oh Janae! Brooke looks so beautiful and grown up! Gorgeous pics! Safe travels on your trip. Do (& eat/drink) whatever you need to get through the weekend. It’s tough to be away from our little ones, but enjoy the time with your mom. She’ll be so glad to have her little girl all to herself!
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats
Safe travels and I hope everything in CA goes well. Well, as good as it can go. And Brooke looks kind of like Matilda from the movie in those pictures!
Kelsey
Keep your head up girl!! Just remember how excited that adorable little face is going to be when she sees you on Sunday! <3
Verlin
Tough weekend ahead. Good thing you are a tough girl!! Said a prayer for you, and hope it works out better than anticipated. You’ve got this.
Sarah G.
That pizza looks so good! I may need to follow in your footsteps to fuel up for tomorrow’s 18-mile run :) I don’t typically have a “go-to” meal before a long run, but it’s usually just something “safe” that I know won’t upset my stomach the next day. Chicken stir-fry with rice is a popular one in my house.
Last night I finally – FINALLY – convinced my husband to split a Blondie with me! Blondies > Brownies every time in my book. And now he knows. :) VICTORY!
Macy
Hey Janae,
I know this weekend may look bleak but on the brightside, at least you get to have an awesome long run beforehand. I don’t know about you but that always helps me. Plus, if you can run 16 miles you can do anything! You are a very strong woman! Just remember to keep putting one foot in front of the other, keep your head held high and looking straight ahead (in both running AND life).
My last treat was apple slices dipped into nutella. Usually when I run out of apples I continue to eat half the jar with a spoon. When you eat directly from the cobtainer serving sizes do not apply. It’s a fact :)
My longest run is currently 10mi that I did last weekend. It was on a treadmill and felt like mental torture because my phone (music) died halfway through. I had a beautiful trail run this morning so I may do that again tomorrow and try for a long
run. Maybe >10?!? Hopefully one day my “long” runs will be more like yours.
Alright, last thing is BROOKE IS TOO CUTE. I mean it. She just keeps getting cuter everyday and I am about to explode with happiness looking at her pictures.
Laura @ LauraLikesDesign
Brooke kind of looks like Mara Wilson (except with lighter hair) with her hair in that little headband (ever seen the movie, “Matilda”?)! So adorable!
Suzanne
Totally! I was just going to comment and say the say thing!
Ashley
Oh my lord Brooke and those pictures. You have the worlds most adorable little one!
And my long run is hopefully 11 miles — we’ll see how that goes! I’m very anxious about it, for whatever reason!
MILF Runner
How can she keep getting cuter and prettier? The little teeth! Niki does great work.
Holding you close in my heart as you embark on this weekend journey. Diet Coke, candy corn, Swedish fish…and don’t forget ice cream and #FROYO ;-)
Nicole
I’m excited to have cake this weekend to celebrate my birthday! And I have a 11 mile run on tap – which will be my furthest distance ever! Gonna be a good one! try to enjoy the sunshine :)
Sarah @ TrailRunGirl.com
I didn’t run to work, but we go on a group trail run every Friday so I hope that counts!
I’m still trying to find a go-to meal before a long run, maybe I’ll try pizza next!
Have fun in Cali!!
Taylor @ Single-tracked Mind
My favorite pre-run meal is definitely pasta. Some simple pasta with olive oil, salt, and maybe some salmon is the best!
My long run will be about 11 miles and will be partly concrete and partly trail. The perks of living and running in SF!
Heather @ Run Eat Play
Brooke is so adorable – love the sweater!!
Hope this weekend goes smoothly for you.
Margaret
Oh my goodness that headband + bangs is just too adorable!
Glad you’ll be surrounded by family and friends in California.
Amy @ crazysweatymommy
Oh, those blue eyes are adorable
Lauren
Thinking of you this weekend, Janae. Those photos are to die for. Enjoy your time with friends and family and you and Brooke will be back together before you know it. xoxo
Jen
Last dessert was a few big bites of pecan pie with homemade whipped cream at this great cafe the other night! It was to die for!! My tummy didn’t appreciate it but I sure did :)
Pizza is my go to ALWAYS for a long run or race. Even if it’s a 5K! haha Any excuse for pizza.
Long run will be 11 or 12 miles tomorrow, depending on how I feel!
Praying for you all weekend girlfriend. Can’t wait for your reunion with Brooke sunday night, I know you will be soooo happy :) BEAUTIFUL pics of her!!
Janice
Brooke is so stinking cute!!!
Last treat?? I tried pumpkin pie poptarts. Holy goodness!!
My long run this weekend is 10 miles. Building myself back up. I think I am going to run it afterwork though so I can sleep in a little tomorrow morning.
sara berry
10,000 hugs to you. It will be hard but you will make it. We can do hard things.
Annie @The Annie Hall
omg brooke is just PRECIOUS. she kind of reminds of matilda!
Rocio
So Adorable with straight hair! :D this photoshoot made me happy. I am so sorry you will have to be without her for a few days </3. Lots of hugs this weekend.
Jill
Hugs to you and your sweetie! You are a strong, amazing woman! Drink as much diet coke as you want! Whatever it takes! :))
Kathy McElhaney
Brooke is gorgeous! She has changed so much in the past month – she’s looking like a little girl, but a beautiful little girl!
Pizza is my magic for long runs, too – I’ll be devouring some tonight!
Niki
The last treat I had was some amazing Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Gelato.
*http://expertbrand.com where I get all of my fall running gear!
Christina (Sisters Running the Kitchen)
i am sure this weekend will be hard for you. good luck janae, youre a strong beautiful girl you will be okay and you have a great team that love and supports you. sip as much diet coke as you want and enjoy some tasty treats while youre at it! you especially deserve that after that 16 miler with those last 4 speedy miles! sheesh!
Abbey @ thesonomalife
Best wishes this weekend!! And if you find yourself with some extra time you should come to Sonoma!
Stephanie
I’ll be thinking of you this weekend! Hang in there and know that it will only be a few short days without Brooke. She will miss you just as much as you miss her and Sundays reunion will be the most amazing feeling. :-)
Sonia the Mexigarian
I’ll be running my first PDR tomorrow morning. 15 miles :) Are you getting any running in while back here?
Those pictures are ridiculously lovely. She’s growing up so fast. I remember her being so small in the car seat at Yogurtland.
As hard as it may be, I hope you get to enjoy what time you have back in the Bay Area with friends and family. You are a strong woman surrounded by people that truly love you and care for you and Brooke.
<3
Nikki @ grab your kicks
Last dessert was a pumpkin muffins…not giving in to the carrot cake today in the lounge. Before a race I usually eat chicken and veggies. I have a half marathon on Sunday, so that will be my Saturday dinner!
Katie
Brooke is too cute!! Is it just me or does she look like your mom’s mini me!!? Love her little gold shoes :) good luck this weekend, I promise it will go quickly and you’ll have her in your arms before you know it!
Kelsie
Oh Janae! Good luck with everything this weekend. You’re strong and you can do it! Thinking of you in the PNW!
misszippy
Seriously, she needs to be a model (but don’t let her be!). So adorable.
You’ll get through the weekend–glad you have your family with you for it. Run and eat the whole time!
Annette@FitnessPerks
That pizza looks AMAZING!
Good luck this weekend…I know it won’t be easy, so lots of HUGS & prayers for you <3 Drink a ton of diet coke & you'll prob feel a bit better. ;)
Brooke is TOO cute for words!
TD
She is TOO Adorable!! She looks like a mini version of your mom with her hair like that!
Pam
You are gorgeous, strong & a wonderful mommy!! love you Janae. xo
Liz @ The Girl on Fire Now
Those pictures are adorable! And good luck on your run – but you will kill it anyway :)
Tori
Good luck this weekend! Ever listen to Florence and the machine? Dog days are over is a fantastic running song and when my husband and I were separated and he was with the kids- I used to blast that song on repeat and run and run and run!!! Hard and fast! Always made me feel better ;)
Robyn
She looks adorable!!! Hope all goes well the next couple if days. Be strong. You can do hard things!
Debbie @ Deb Runs
Brooke looks adorable! I think it’s the styled hair that makes her look older. We’re used to the happy-go-lucky, not coiffed, Brooke! :-)
I love pasta and marinara sauce the night before a long run. I’m meeting a blogger friend (we met through our blogs) for a long run tomorrow. Yay!
Danica @ It's Progression
-I had a reese’s cup cookie for lunch dessert. That’s a thing. :)
-I love eating pizza the night before a long run, too!
-I did my “long” run for the week yesterday – 8 miles!
Team Orphans
Have a great time in California!!!!! Sounds like fun!
Here’s a cool inspiring story for your trip- she’s only 16 years old!
http://teamorphans.com/blog/2013/09/20/super-teen-part-2/
So Cool!
Kim
Oh my! Brooke is TOO TOO precious. I kind of want another baby of my own from just looking at her! :)
I will pray an extra prayer for you for this weekend. Good luck, sweetie.
And that run!!! Sheesh, you go girl!!
MartinaNYC@runtomakeadifference
Brooke is just too cute!!! Great pics!!!
I have 16 miles on the schedule for this weekend. I usually have sushi the night before a long run/race. Pizza seems to be too heavy (but don’t worry, I usually have it right AFTER the long run).
Kim
Good luck this weekend Janae! I’ll be praying for you to stay strong and to continue to lean on your support group. I wish my support group was stronger and closer to me as I’m trying to move on from my relationship–but seeing you perservere helps me stay strong.
Jess @ Blonde Ponytail
I’ll drink diet coke for you too. thinking of you all weekend. Sunday night can’t come soon enough.
Lisa
I usually do pasta before a long run but pizza is my second choice! Preferably with some kind of bread on the side. Those pictures are amazing! I hope you rocked your 16 miles! Good luck in CA, you will be back to Brooke before you know it:)
cassi
*Hugs* The weather’s supposed to be beautiful here this weekend, so that’s an upper :) I hope everything goes okay. You should convince Megan D to hop on the plane with you as well—then you can visit me and her aunt in Morgan Hill–win, win!!!
Laura H.
((hugs to you)) Glad you have family with you this weekend…and you are right, seeing Brooke Sunday night will be the best feeling ever :-) Stay strong, you are in my thoughts and prayers <3
Last sweet was a dark chocolate sea salted caramel square. Yum.
I like to have either pizza, lasagna, or a veggie sub/burger the night before a long run.
Tomorrow morning's run is 13.1 miles…running the RW half course. Woo- hoo! :)
Celeste
You got this girl. Be brave.