I'm not going to lie, I've been a horrible blogger lately. It's not that I don't have time. I simply have not had the desire. My job is driving my up a wall. I love what I do but I hate the way the company treats its employees. I've been dealing with a foot injury and I took three weeks off running. Combined with school stress and kids I pretty much fell into a depression that was hard to shake. So now that I've found the motivation to write again here's the overview of what's been going on.
Rock N Roll USA Marathon - Washington, D.C. 3/17/12
For this race I wanted to PR. I thought I could pull off a 4:30. Then I got to DC and saw the weather reports were calling for temps in the 70's and 80's. I automatically adjusted my goal to 4:40. Maybe I was selling myself short but I didn't want to blow up. Little did I know that it was inevitable anyway. I was on or ahead of 4:40 pace until close to mile 20. Then I started to cramp badly, feel the effects of the heat and lose all motivation to push through. I walked it in for a 5:22 finish. After that I focused on my 'goal' race, Umstead 100 Mile Endurance Run.
Umstead 100 Mile Endurance Run - Raleigh, NC 3/31/12
My husband accompanied my to Umstead and a fellow runner from the Runners World forums volunteered to crew me as well. I am forever grateful because I was not prepared once again. I woke up to warm rain race day and began to worry about another heat blow up. However, it was the rain itself that got me this time. My goal was to make as many three hours loops (12.5 miles each) as I could and then try to keep the remainder under four hours. The very first loop I began to get blisters from the rain. I stopped and got them taped after every lap but by the time I hit the 50 mile point (in a PR 12:58) I knew it wasn't going to happen. I told myself I would just try to get a distance PR (I was hoping for 75+ miles) and my hubby and I headed off into the darkness for loop 5. By the time I reached the 57 mile aid station I was a sobbing, incoherent mess. My husband continued on without me (he wanted to see the course) and I collapsed on a blanked by the heater and didn't move until a truck arrived to haul me back to headquarters. I recovered quickly except that I soon realized the foot pain wasn't all from blisters. I lost the next three weeks of training to dealing with a stabbing pain in the outside of my left foot/ankle.
Alpha Fitness 5k - Elizabeth, PA 4/6/12
The Alpha Fitness 5k is held on the trail that runs directly behind our house. I wasn't sure about doing a race a week after my 100 attempt but I figured I'd walk if I had to and just try to not embarass myself. My husband and our older daughter did this race as well. I finished in a respectable 27:26 but limped home with the pain in my foot. This was the point where I realized I was going to loose some serious training time.
Belle Vernon Area Race for a Track 5k - 4/15/12
The BVA Race for a Track is raising money to build a track for a local school district. It was a quiet and small race last year and my husband and I enjoyed it. Apparently word got out because it was HUGE this year. The lines for registration and packet pick up were rediculously long and it didn't seem like anyone knew what was going on. My older daughter took part in the kids race but even that didn't go off without a hitch. I finished the 5k in 27:39 and supposedly got 3rd in my age group but the timing didn't go well and there were a lot of corrections that needed to be made. My foot was not happy even though I hadn't run since the Alpha Fitness 5k so I told my husband to forget the award and just take me home.
Boston Trail 5k & Half Marathon - Elizabeth, PA 4/21/12
I started this race last year and this year the Trail Council hired an event planner so I was able to run instead of direct. My husband took my place in the half since I was worried about my foot. My daughters, mother-in-law, her best friend, sister-in-law, niece, her best friend and my best friend all ran the 5k with me. My father-in-law is recovering from a recent heart attack so he stayed on the sidelines to cheer.
The race went pretty well. I lost a little time because I didn't double knot my shoes as I was prepared for foot swelling. I almost lost my timing chip so I had to stop and tie my laces better halfway through. I started out in second place woman but was passed in the first mile. I thought I might be able to hold onto third but I didn't realize how much three weeks of almost no running had affected me. My lungs were rasping and my legs were burning. Thankfully my foot felt fine. I ended up finishing in 27:54 for 34th overall (out of 300), 8th woman, and 1st in my age group. I really can't complain I guess! My daughters each took an age group award as did my niece, mother-in-law, and her best friend. My husband came close. He finished his first half marathon in 1:45 and placed 4th in his age group.
So what's next? Well the Flying Pig Marathon is in two weeks. My plan is to try to recoup as much fitness as I can in the next two weeks and then just try to survive. After that I'm going back to basics starting with speed work and hills to improve my endurance and speed. I did my run tonight with a cadence meter to work on hitting that perfect 180 BPM turnover. Really, I'm just trying to pull myself together again and find the joy and motivation that I had prior to some of the craziness.
Dirty Deeds Done Mud Deep
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Guest Post: Learning to Live Through Cancer
I know I've been a bad blogger lately. I have three race reports to get up and I swear I'm working on them. But while I'm busy with my real life I found the amazing story of Heather. She blogs here. I thought her story was inspiring and wanted to share it with all of you. I hope you'll show Heather some love!
November 21st, 2005 was a day that changed my life forever. That was the day I was diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a deadly form of cancer. I thought of my three and a half month old daughter as I heard the words and felt the world come crashing down. In that moment, I realized that I had a life-threatening illness and that I was strong enough to battle it.
I was referred to Dr. David Sugarbaker, one of the world's premier mesothelioma doctors. During my time at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Dr. Sugarbaker gave me hope in a seemingly grim situation. At the time, I had read somewhere that only two percent of mesothelioma patients live more than five years after being diagnosed. I made the decision to be part of that two percent and to battle the cancer with everything I had. My daughter's future depended on it.
My determination grew over the next year as I put everything in my mind, body and soul into fighting the mesothelioma. My parents cared for my daughter while I underwent major surgery in Boston almost 2,000 miles away. Surgeons removed my left lung and took the tumor out with it.
Following the surgery, I underwent months of chemo and radiation therapy while raising Lily. Thanks to the loving support and help from my friends and family, my daughter never realized how sick I was during that time. On her first birthday, we celebrated both her life and mine. I completed my last round of radiation therapy eleven months after receiving my diagnosis. Since then, I have remained determined to stay free of cancer.
My battle with mesothelioma has changed my life. I have learned to take nothing for granted and to see the beauty in small things. I smile more and see life differently than before my diagnosis. Now, I find joy in Lily's giggles, the playfulness of a puppy and the brilliant colors of a rainbow in a grey and rainy sky. I have learned that life must be lived fully and passionately.
My journey led me to some incredible people. Some of these special people never made it to remission, while others supported their loved ones in their struggle with mesothelioma. To me, these fighters are passionate warriors that amaze me with their tenacity and inspire me with their stories of resilience and hope.
Having cancer has taught me to live life completely by enjoying every second and every experience that comes my way. I still find gratitude, even on the worst days. My experience with mesothelioma taught me how to live this way.
November 21st, 2005 was a day that changed my life forever. That was the day I was diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a deadly form of cancer. I thought of my three and a half month old daughter as I heard the words and felt the world come crashing down. In that moment, I realized that I had a life-threatening illness and that I was strong enough to battle it.
I was referred to Dr. David Sugarbaker, one of the world's premier mesothelioma doctors. During my time at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Dr. Sugarbaker gave me hope in a seemingly grim situation. At the time, I had read somewhere that only two percent of mesothelioma patients live more than five years after being diagnosed. I made the decision to be part of that two percent and to battle the cancer with everything I had. My daughter's future depended on it.
My determination grew over the next year as I put everything in my mind, body and soul into fighting the mesothelioma. My parents cared for my daughter while I underwent major surgery in Boston almost 2,000 miles away. Surgeons removed my left lung and took the tumor out with it.
Following the surgery, I underwent months of chemo and radiation therapy while raising Lily. Thanks to the loving support and help from my friends and family, my daughter never realized how sick I was during that time. On her first birthday, we celebrated both her life and mine. I completed my last round of radiation therapy eleven months after receiving my diagnosis. Since then, I have remained determined to stay free of cancer.
My battle with mesothelioma has changed my life. I have learned to take nothing for granted and to see the beauty in small things. I smile more and see life differently than before my diagnosis. Now, I find joy in Lily's giggles, the playfulness of a puppy and the brilliant colors of a rainbow in a grey and rainy sky. I have learned that life must be lived fully and passionately.
My journey led me to some incredible people. Some of these special people never made it to remission, while others supported their loved ones in their struggle with mesothelioma. To me, these fighters are passionate warriors that amaze me with their tenacity and inspire me with their stories of resilience and hope.
Having cancer has taught me to live life completely by enjoying every second and every experience that comes my way. I still find gratitude, even on the worst days. My experience with mesothelioma taught me how to live this way.
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Back in the Saddle Again
After everything that has happened I wasn't sure when I was going to get to make this post. I'm sad that I missed three weeks of training/tapering but I'm glad I can still make my goal races (and, hopefully, my goals for those races).
My father-in-law is recovering well from his surgery, my husband got his car back from the accident, and I am finally kicking the cold I've been fighting for weeks. Now I'm just waiting for the return of my motivation and energy. Thanks to a gorgeous day today we couldn't pass up a walk on the trail with the kids and dogs. Right around 2 miles plus a stop to play at the park. Afterwards Shane and I took turns going for a run. I managed a nice, easy 5k in 29:40 so there's still a chance I can set a PR at the Rock n Roll DC Marathon next weekend.
As it stands I'm out of training time so I'm just going to have to hope all the hard work I put in leading up to these last few weeks was enough. I'm also afraid my fundraising wasn't quite up to par. I've raised $1,305 of my $1,500 goal. If anyone is willing to help me raise the rest you can donate here. I really appreciate the generous donations and support I've received over the last three months! I hope I've made a huge difference for someone!
Lastly, if you're local don't forget to sign up for my race: The Boston Trail Half Marathon and 5k. My mother-in-law, husband, kids, and some friends will be doing the 5k. I'll be doing the half. And my wonderfully talented friend, Jesse, will be doing the photography again. There will be an after party at our house for anyone who comes!
See you in April! ;)
My father-in-law is recovering well from his surgery, my husband got his car back from the accident, and I am finally kicking the cold I've been fighting for weeks. Now I'm just waiting for the return of my motivation and energy. Thanks to a gorgeous day today we couldn't pass up a walk on the trail with the kids and dogs. Right around 2 miles plus a stop to play at the park. Afterwards Shane and I took turns going for a run. I managed a nice, easy 5k in 29:40 so there's still a chance I can set a PR at the Rock n Roll DC Marathon next weekend.
As it stands I'm out of training time so I'm just going to have to hope all the hard work I put in leading up to these last few weeks was enough. I'm also afraid my fundraising wasn't quite up to par. I've raised $1,305 of my $1,500 goal. If anyone is willing to help me raise the rest you can donate here. I really appreciate the generous donations and support I've received over the last three months! I hope I've made a huge difference for someone!
Lastly, if you're local don't forget to sign up for my race: The Boston Trail Half Marathon and 5k. My mother-in-law, husband, kids, and some friends will be doing the 5k. I'll be doing the half. And my wonderfully talented friend, Jesse, will be doing the photography again. There will be an after party at our house for anyone who comes!
See you in April! ;)
Sunday, March 4, 2012
When It All Falls Down
I've been losing my mind lately. I'm pretty sure I ticked off karma somehow and it's kicking me now... hard. On Valentine's Day my husband was in a car accident. He's okay but his car wasn't. Almost $3,000 worth of damage and three weeks without our second vehicle. As if that wasn't bad enough my husband had a few teeth prepared for crowns that he'll have put in next week. That left him pretty messed up for a few days and I'm sure the next round will be worse.
We had no way of knowing the worst was yet to come though. My father in law had a heart attack 9 days ago. Further testing has shown he has 5 blockages in his arteries and 2 bad valves. To complicate things even further he's a lifelong smoker and has COPD. I have every reason in the world to keep on top of my running right now but not the motivation.
Keeping up with work and school while not crumbling under the pressure of everything we're dealing with right now is all I can manage. My father in law's surgery is scheduled for Tuesday so I'm really hoping life will be on its way back to normal soon.
Anyway, two weeks to the DC marathon and I'm still shy of my fundraising goal. So please help me help others even while I can barely help myself.
www.active.com/donate/SaraB
XOXO
We had no way of knowing the worst was yet to come though. My father in law had a heart attack 9 days ago. Further testing has shown he has 5 blockages in his arteries and 2 bad valves. To complicate things even further he's a lifelong smoker and has COPD. I have every reason in the world to keep on top of my running right now but not the motivation.
Keeping up with work and school while not crumbling under the pressure of everything we're dealing with right now is all I can manage. My father in law's surgery is scheduled for Tuesday so I'm really hoping life will be on its way back to normal soon.
Anyway, two weeks to the DC marathon and I'm still shy of my fundraising goal. So please help me help others even while I can barely help myself.
www.active.com/donate/SaraB
XOXO
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Mad Dash
Yesterday my husband decided to wake me up at oh-my-god early and drive two hours to run a 5k. We did a 5k in the same park over the summer and placed rather well so my husband was hopeful he could break into the top three.
We arrived early and registered. We were excited to get shirts because it seems like we never get them with race day registration anymore. We hid in the car to stay warm. Shane had checked the weather... for home, not Shenango. *sigh* It was freezing and snowing. As we were waiting all the fast people started showing up for last minute registration. To top it off, Mr. Annoying from the Cold Man 5k showed up. I've never wanted to chick someone so much in my life!
I did a warm up run with some strides and realized we weren't running the same course as the last race. I asked the race director quickly what the course was and he confirmed my fears. We were running a route with more hills and generally uphill. It consisted of a small loop which was less than a mile and then a large loop to make up the remainder. I was really starting to wish I'd stayed in bed.
We lined up and moved about 3 rows back to allow all the guys I knew were faster than me to start first. I lined up next to one of the women I know can whoop me usually. She was saying she was suffering from stress reactions in her shins so she hadn't been running much. I was hoping I could pace off her to a PR or at least a good placement. But the gun went off and she was gone along with the woman who had lined up on the other side of me.
I held my goal pace perfectly for the first mile (7:58). Then we started up a gradual winding incline and I felt like I couldn't pull myself together. My core felt hot but my legs were cold. My throat was okay but my lungs were burning. My leg turnover felt slow and my strides felt clumsy. Nothing felt right at all.
By mile 2 a few more women had passed me. I tried to hold on to Mr. Annoying but he was slowly pulling away. By the time we reached the third mile I knew a PR was out of reach and that even staying in the 25's would be hard. Right then we approached the biggest hill of the course. I didn't give up, didn't walk, but I wanted to! My Garmin was beeping at me to speed up but I couldn't. I finally reached the top of the monster and headed down the other side to the finish. I crossed at 26:20 and gave the race director my bib tag before I went over to the grass and threw a mini tantrum, complete with throwing my hat.
I have no idea what happened and I'm hoping it was just a bad day. My husband didn't do as well as he'd hoped either, finishing in 22:19. We both got first in our age group but I realized when I looked at the results that there were only me and another woman in my age group (even though it was a ten year age group)!
Overall, I'm okay with the time. If you'd asked me a year ago I would have said a 26:20 5k was impossible for me. Now that I know I can do better than that I want to see just how good I can do. Hopefully the next one, in a MINE, will go better. Shane and I ran it last year and had a blast! Even though we don't have a shot at an age group award with the caliber of the field there the even itself is just too neat to pass up!
We arrived early and registered. We were excited to get shirts because it seems like we never get them with race day registration anymore. We hid in the car to stay warm. Shane had checked the weather... for home, not Shenango. *sigh* It was freezing and snowing. As we were waiting all the fast people started showing up for last minute registration. To top it off, Mr. Annoying from the Cold Man 5k showed up. I've never wanted to chick someone so much in my life!
I did a warm up run with some strides and realized we weren't running the same course as the last race. I asked the race director quickly what the course was and he confirmed my fears. We were running a route with more hills and generally uphill. It consisted of a small loop which was less than a mile and then a large loop to make up the remainder. I was really starting to wish I'd stayed in bed.
We lined up and moved about 3 rows back to allow all the guys I knew were faster than me to start first. I lined up next to one of the women I know can whoop me usually. She was saying she was suffering from stress reactions in her shins so she hadn't been running much. I was hoping I could pace off her to a PR or at least a good placement. But the gun went off and she was gone along with the woman who had lined up on the other side of me.
I held my goal pace perfectly for the first mile (7:58). Then we started up a gradual winding incline and I felt like I couldn't pull myself together. My core felt hot but my legs were cold. My throat was okay but my lungs were burning. My leg turnover felt slow and my strides felt clumsy. Nothing felt right at all.
By mile 2 a few more women had passed me. I tried to hold on to Mr. Annoying but he was slowly pulling away. By the time we reached the third mile I knew a PR was out of reach and that even staying in the 25's would be hard. Right then we approached the biggest hill of the course. I didn't give up, didn't walk, but I wanted to! My Garmin was beeping at me to speed up but I couldn't. I finally reached the top of the monster and headed down the other side to the finish. I crossed at 26:20 and gave the race director my bib tag before I went over to the grass and threw a mini tantrum, complete with throwing my hat.
I have no idea what happened and I'm hoping it was just a bad day. My husband didn't do as well as he'd hoped either, finishing in 22:19. We both got first in our age group but I realized when I looked at the results that there were only me and another woman in my age group (even though it was a ten year age group)!
Overall, I'm okay with the time. If you'd asked me a year ago I would have said a 26:20 5k was impossible for me. Now that I know I can do better than that I want to see just how good I can do. Hopefully the next one, in a MINE, will go better. Shane and I ran it last year and had a blast! Even though we don't have a shot at an age group award with the caliber of the field there the even itself is just too neat to pass up!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
New Year's Giveaway Winners!
Quick post! I'm at work. Shhhhh!
I drew the winners of the New Year's giveaway/raffle.
For the first $25 gift card to Go Sport ID the winner is Catherine Hurley!
For the second $25 gift card to Go Sport ID the winner is Kathryn Escoto! She was on Team reGen with me last year so I was super happy to see Random.org picked her!
For the first SPIbelt the winner is Leah Stussy!
For the second SPIbelt the winner is Kristine Che!
The dozen BIC Bands go to Katrina Mumaw!
The Allied Medal Hanger goes to Chris Greenawalt! My CrossFit trainer and an awesome person and athlete!
The Wind X-treme goes to Brett Schaffer!
The IAFF Polo goes to Seth Ramaley! Seth is one of my running mentors!
The IAFF Wind Jacket goes to Rebecca Essig!
Congrats to all of the winners! Please email me your shipping address at sbrunazzi (at) gmail.com so I can get your loot sent out to you! And a huge thank you to everyone who donated! Only $215 from goal now!
I drew the winners of the New Year's giveaway/raffle.
For the first $25 gift card to Go Sport ID the winner is Catherine Hurley!
For the second $25 gift card to Go Sport ID the winner is Kathryn Escoto! She was on Team reGen with me last year so I was super happy to see Random.org picked her!
For the first SPIbelt the winner is Leah Stussy!
For the second SPIbelt the winner is Kristine Che!
The dozen BIC Bands go to Katrina Mumaw!
The Allied Medal Hanger goes to Chris Greenawalt! My CrossFit trainer and an awesome person and athlete!
The Wind X-treme goes to Brett Schaffer!
The IAFF Polo goes to Seth Ramaley! Seth is one of my running mentors!
The IAFF Wind Jacket goes to Rebecca Essig!
Congrats to all of the winners! Please email me your shipping address at sbrunazzi (at) gmail.com so I can get your loot sent out to you! And a huge thank you to everyone who donated! Only $215 from goal now!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
11 Random Things
Porcelina over at Run, Live, Laugh tagged me so now I have to let the world in on all my crazy secrets!
Here is how it works:
1. Post these rules.
2. You must post 11 random things about yourself.
3. Answer the questions set for you in their post.
4. Create 11 new questions for the people you tag to answer.
5. Go to their blog and tell them you’ve tagged them.
6. No stuff in the tagging section like “you are tagged if you are reading this”. You (the blogger) legitimately have to tag 11 (or so) people.
My random facts:
1. I have four tattoos. I want more.
2. I love adventure and despise routine. All I ask of life is a challenge.
3. I love to read almost more than I love to run. Deciding between a book or a run can be the hardest decision I make all day.
4. I wish I had stuck out my first round of college getting a degree in Biology. I always wanted to work in genetics.
5. My husband and I aren't good at event planning so we got married at the J.P. instead and then had a photographer friend take really awesome pictures in the park to make it look like we had a big wedding.
6. For some reason my dad was determined that I should have the middle name Altair. It is Arabic for 'bird' and ever since 9-11 I've been harassed by airport security every time I fly.
7. I work in Nondestructive Testing. If you actually know what that is without Googling I'll give you a cookie.
8. I'm naturally brunette, almost black, but my older daughter is blonde haired and blue eyed. Makes me really wish I had gone into genetics so I could figure that one out!
9. I have watched every episode of Richard Scarry's Busy Town at least three times. Thank you parenthood!
10. I only own 2 pairs of jeans. I spend all of my money on running gear.
11. I own the coolest weiner dog ever. She has one brown eye and one blue eye. Her name was supposed to be Lego but my husband changed it to Lily and my daughter gave her the middle name Eliza.
Porcelina's Questions to Me:
1. If you could run any race, anywhere, and money wasn’t an option, where would you go?
First stop, Australia! I want to see a platypus and a koala and a kiwi up close! And eat vegemite too!
2. If you had one million pounds to give away, who or what would you chose to donate too?
Well, we have dollars here. I would spread it amongst the charities I love, like the IAFF Burn Fund!
3. If you had the chance to relive one instance in your life, what moment would you chose? Would you change anything about it or just re-live it?
The last time I saw my dad before he got hurt maybe? I'd like to ask him more about himself and take a few more pictures of us together!
4. Cats or dogs?
Both! And fish too!
5. What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?
Marriage and love are a choice you make every day.
6. What was the last book you read?
The Help. I loved it!
7. What is your favourite go-to dinner when you need cheering up?
My husband is the cook in our house. In the winter I love chili and in the summer I love grilling out!
8. What is your life\running mantra?
'As far as I can, As fast as I can'. It fits me to a tee! I'm always up to something and trying to see just how much I can accomplish in as little time as possible!
9. Sweet or Salted Popcorn?
Both please!
10. Have you had a ‘defining moment’ yet? If so, care to share?
Losing my father at the age of 11. It changed the whole course of my life and I'm sure I don't even realize half of it.
11. What would be your perfect Sunday afternoon?
Long run followed by an ice bath, hot shower, and massage. Then maybe going to dinner and a movie with my hubby. A kid-free day is definitely the best present I can get sometimes!
Eleven questions for whomever I tag:
1. Did you grow up in the city, the suburbs, or on a farm, etc? What was it like?
2. How many siblings do you have?
3. How many children would you have if your resources were unlimited?
4. What would your career choice be if you could have your pick tomorrow?
5. Describe your dream home.
6. What is your favorite nail polish color?
7. If you could have a chef or a maid which would you choose?
8. What is your favorite candy?
9. What is your favorite shoe brand?
10. Do you have a smart phone or a regular phone?
11. Coffee or tea?
I tag:
Heather at Run Faster, Mommy!
Hope at Team Epton
Mallery at Inspired Training
And I'm out of time right now!
Here is how it works:
1. Post these rules.
2. You must post 11 random things about yourself.
3. Answer the questions set for you in their post.
4. Create 11 new questions for the people you tag to answer.
5. Go to their blog and tell them you’ve tagged them.
6. No stuff in the tagging section like “you are tagged if you are reading this”. You (the blogger) legitimately have to tag 11 (or so) people.
My random facts:
1. I have four tattoos. I want more.
2. I love adventure and despise routine. All I ask of life is a challenge.
3. I love to read almost more than I love to run. Deciding between a book or a run can be the hardest decision I make all day.
4. I wish I had stuck out my first round of college getting a degree in Biology. I always wanted to work in genetics.
5. My husband and I aren't good at event planning so we got married at the J.P. instead and then had a photographer friend take really awesome pictures in the park to make it look like we had a big wedding.
6. For some reason my dad was determined that I should have the middle name Altair. It is Arabic for 'bird' and ever since 9-11 I've been harassed by airport security every time I fly.
7. I work in Nondestructive Testing. If you actually know what that is without Googling I'll give you a cookie.
8. I'm naturally brunette, almost black, but my older daughter is blonde haired and blue eyed. Makes me really wish I had gone into genetics so I could figure that one out!
9. I have watched every episode of Richard Scarry's Busy Town at least three times. Thank you parenthood!
10. I only own 2 pairs of jeans. I spend all of my money on running gear.
11. I own the coolest weiner dog ever. She has one brown eye and one blue eye. Her name was supposed to be Lego but my husband changed it to Lily and my daughter gave her the middle name Eliza.
Porcelina's Questions to Me:
1. If you could run any race, anywhere, and money wasn’t an option, where would you go?
First stop, Australia! I want to see a platypus and a koala and a kiwi up close! And eat vegemite too!
2. If you had one million pounds to give away, who or what would you chose to donate too?
Well, we have dollars here. I would spread it amongst the charities I love, like the IAFF Burn Fund!
3. If you had the chance to relive one instance in your life, what moment would you chose? Would you change anything about it or just re-live it?
The last time I saw my dad before he got hurt maybe? I'd like to ask him more about himself and take a few more pictures of us together!
4. Cats or dogs?
Both! And fish too!
5. What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?
Marriage and love are a choice you make every day.
6. What was the last book you read?
The Help. I loved it!
7. What is your favourite go-to dinner when you need cheering up?
My husband is the cook in our house. In the winter I love chili and in the summer I love grilling out!
8. What is your life\running mantra?
'As far as I can, As fast as I can'. It fits me to a tee! I'm always up to something and trying to see just how much I can accomplish in as little time as possible!
9. Sweet or Salted Popcorn?
Both please!
10. Have you had a ‘defining moment’ yet? If so, care to share?
Losing my father at the age of 11. It changed the whole course of my life and I'm sure I don't even realize half of it.
11. What would be your perfect Sunday afternoon?
Long run followed by an ice bath, hot shower, and massage. Then maybe going to dinner and a movie with my hubby. A kid-free day is definitely the best present I can get sometimes!
Eleven questions for whomever I tag:
1. Did you grow up in the city, the suburbs, or on a farm, etc? What was it like?
2. How many siblings do you have?
3. How many children would you have if your resources were unlimited?
4. What would your career choice be if you could have your pick tomorrow?
5. Describe your dream home.
6. What is your favorite nail polish color?
7. If you could have a chef or a maid which would you choose?
8. What is your favorite candy?
9. What is your favorite shoe brand?
10. Do you have a smart phone or a regular phone?
11. Coffee or tea?
I tag:
Heather at Run Faster, Mommy!
Hope at Team Epton
Mallery at Inspired Training
And I'm out of time right now!
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