No run for me yesterday! I had a facial done the day before with a chemical peel, and she told me to wait 24 hours before I worked out.  There’s nothing like dealing with perimenopause symptoms (just crazy night sweats thus far) and acne at the same time!

Beck and I created some parking spots and a road together, which was a huge hit for Beck.  It’s amazing what a little tape can do for his day.

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I tried a new recipe–> Ground Chicken Baked Tacos:

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Knox loved them so much that he already told me he wants them for his birthday in September:) 

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Now, to figure out these shelves and this area, do you have any ideas?  I’m thinking of picture frames and books.


Now to talk about some things I love this week:

*Emilee’s candle company—> switch candle.  One of the things I admire most about Emilee is her curiosity.  She has such a zest for life and is curious about how to do new things.  She created a candle company and every detail is perfect.  The candles are made with non-toxic fragrances and wax, and the coconut soy wax allows them to burn for much longer than other candles I have.  I’m so excited for what she has created.  Each box is wrapped beautifully with the most delicious caramels, and you won’t believe how good these candles smell.  They calm me down (which is hard to do ha).

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*I always have a stash of these in the car with me.  They are a toy that all four kids love and keep them entertained when we go to a restaurant or are sitting for a bit:).

*I have thoroughly enjoyed watching Palm Royale on Apple TV. I need the episodes to be released at once so I don’t have to wait each week. The cast is fabulous.

*Just two of my current favorite Amazon purchases—> This oversized shirt (so soft, so cheap, I love the color, and they are perfect with spandex shorts or with my lululemon flares), and this water ripple phone case.

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*Brooke’s church group had a get-together where they all brought clothes that they don’t really wear anymore, swapped them with each other, and donated any that weren’t taken. She was very happy with this score. They also each brought a bag of candy and made a candy salad. It was such a fun activity for this age group!

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Any weekend plans you are looking forward to?

Have a show you love right now?

Last thing you bought on Amazon?  

-This question made me wonder about the first thing I ever bought on Amazon… of course, it was running related haha.  Does anyone else know what the first thing they bought on Amazon was?

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I am looking for a swimsuit to help me overcome the fact that it was snowing here last night… Any recommendations on where to go?

(Shorts, shoes, top) We did some 800s for one of my friend’s final workouts before the Mt Charleston Marathon.  I can’t believe how quickly these spring marathons have crept up on me.  I am so tempted to jump into one to avoid FOMO, but I’m trying to face my uncomfortable feelings of missing out on … Continue Reading

(Top, shorts, hat) In my 10 miles yesterday, I experienced hail (that made the street so slick that we had to walk on the downhills), beautiful spring views, dramatic winter views, and feelings of being too cold and warm.  It was quite an eventful run. My favorite running socks were all dirty, so I went … Continue Reading

Brooke is home after a weekend with her dad visiting her in Utah. 8.2 miles @ 8:32 pace. I love a ritual, and I can’t imagine a Tuesday going by without it full of tangents: *I took a 15-minute pilates class yesterday, and she had us hold this stretch on both sides.  I had no … Continue Reading

(shorts, long sleeve, bra, shoes) There’s nothing like a bunch of moms (23 kids between us) piling into a minivan early on a Saturday morning to run for a while. We started with a 4-mile climb up the canyon, turned around, and tempoed downhill at a 6:40 pace. I wanted faster, but I am still … Continue Reading

9 miles @ 8:26 average. He has graduated from baths, but after every shower, he asks me to hold him like a baby. My sister sent us to get two live trees for our house.. I’m in love. They will both get a few feet taller.  Hopefully, I can keep them alive. A date before … Continue Reading

(Shirt, shorts) I’m surprised my quadriceps allowed me to run yesterday due to the soreness that occurred from lifting for 30 minutes at the gym the day before. I think our bodies become so efficient at doing whatever we do most often (aka running for me) that the second we switch things up and do … Continue Reading