Tag: My life

Fitness Friday I

Welcome to fitness Friday, this is the time when I am honest and share what I did (or did not do) for my workout plan for the week. Let’s rewind and take a look at what I was able to accomplish.. Saturday: 5 am, 3 mile run 

Thursday Thoughts IX

Time for Thursday Thoughts; thanks Amanda for hosting! 1. It took me forever to get my memory card out of my camera. I think I turned the camera on and off by accident at least six times. Don’t ask why.. 2. We are still going 

Running Updates and Goals for 2015

Another year means another year to run again. I am excited to see what happens this year with my sport that I am so passionate about. Last year, I ran  two 5ks, a 8k, 10k, and a half-marathon. I am looking forward to running even 

2014 in Review: Faithfulness

Looking back at the start of 2014, I would have never known or guessed that this year would be as monumental as it has been. I had a feeling that 2014 would be different, but I didn’t know just how different and amazing it would 

Lentil Soup

When the wind is blowing and the snow is falling, I like to whip up batches of things to keep me warm. One of my favorites is Lentil Soup. I recently talked with a woman who cooks delicious German food. I didn’t know this until 

Monday Radomness

Lately, the nut obsession has been out of control. My dad brought these home. I found them and enjoyed them. I think my favorite nut has to be either pistachios or almonds. Right after that, some good friends brought over these gems. I think they 

Easy Christmas Toffee

As much as I love health, nutrition, running, and all things exercise, that does not mean that I don’t enjoy Christmas cookies and treats as much as the next person. I have enjoyed my sweets this Christmas season, but am ready for a break. Before 

Why I Celebrate

Christmas. It comes and it goes so quickly. Sometimes, amid all the stress of trying to fit in family parties, gift exchanges, and shopping, the Christmas season can be stressful. The question then is, why? Why celebrate? The answer is surprisingly simple. Isaiah 9:6 (ESV) “For 

Christmas in the City

Merry Christmas Eve everyone! I hope you all have a wonderful day and celebrate with family and friends the true meaning of Christmas (which will be my next post.) These past two days, I was privileged to be able to nanny while traveling with a 

Christmas Circuit Workout

With Christmas quickly approaching, family parties to attend, and shopping to conquer it is hard to fit in a workout. Yesterday was one of those days for me. However, through the years, I’ve learned that a quick circuit workout can still be effective (not to