It’s been awhile since my last post, but since it’s (barely) still my off-season, I haven’t had any exciting running adventures (just plain neighborhood mileage). But this weekend I did get a nice shot from our #OptOutside run on Friday led by the folks from Brooks Sports Headquarters in my neighborhood. It was a chilly…
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Runs in the Dark
Read moreIt’s that time of year when the outdoors can seem a little less welcoming than before. The siren call of the couch/bed is quite loud, particularly when the weather is dark, wet, and blustery. With the holidays looming, there are countless things to be done in preparation, and it’s a fine excuse to abandon any running…
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A Moment
Read moreThis evening I was out on a little walk in the Fremont neighborhood. I couldn’t help but admire the gorgeous fall colors – crimson, bronze, and golden leaves, all against a brilliant blue sky. Not a sky that promises warmth and leisure, but a sky that’s crisp and reminds you that daylight is to be…
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Let the Off-Season Begin!
Read moreThis past weekend was my first in a very long time that didn’t include training or prepping for the next race. Such a wonderful break! My thought was to take at least two weeks to just be totally lazy and enjoy everything that I’ve missed over training. Mainly, doing things other than training every night and…
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O Flower of Scotland…
Read moreWhen will we see your like again? It’s been eight years since I studied abroad in Scotland, and I’ve been wistfully longing for years to go back for a visit. And now I can say that we’re finally planning a trip there!!! It will combine all my favorite things: Adam 🙂 The rugged, gorgeous scenery…
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Baker Lake 50K Race Report
Read moreWe had an absolutely perfect fall day for the Baker Lake 50K. When we got to the race start, it was chilly and foggy, but perfect running weather. We also spotted a few of my friends from the High Heel Running Group. Always nice to have familiar faces out on the trail with you! The…
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Race Prep…this time with Adam!
Read moreBefore my Mt. Hood 50 miler this year, I wrote a post about my race prep. While it likely is not the most riveting read (plot twists seem to only happen while out on the trails, oddly enough), I enjoy the planning and organizing of it all. I can’t always control what happens during a race,…
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Easygoing Weekend
Read moreIt’s been one of those weeks, and I was sooo grateful for the arrival of the weekend. Time to be productive (cooking and cleaning) and time to relax (reading and whisky). Adulthood just isn’t quite as glamorous as you thought it would be when you were 5 years old. 😉 Since we had no dramatic run this weekend…
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Sunrise on the Equinox
Read moreThis morning I got up early to squeeze in a run before my day started, and it was lovely. I really enjoy early morning runs, and I wanted to try and describe this one because it was just so pleasant. I left the apartment when it was still mostly dark and the sky was a…
