Nineteen years ago, my future husband and I stood on the finish line of the Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge and said our wedding vows. By the time we got married, Alan and I had already been through many adventures together, not to mention running the “World’s Toughest 6k” on our way to our wedding! […]
The Unexpected 10k: My Tri Events 10k Race Report
On Sunday I had the unexpected opportunity to run a 10k on a beautiful course in San Dimas. Here’s my Tri Events 10k Race Report. As I’ve probably whined about mentioned more than a few times, last week was tough. After a successful 14 mile run early in the week, my last before the Temecula […]
Vegan Chicken Soup with Acorn Squash and Red Quinoa
It’s been a rough week. What does that have to do with this vegan chicken soup recipe? Well, a few things. Well, I had plans for a couple different posts for today. I’m working on a new recipe. I also have a couple of running-related posts in the planning stages. None of that happened. Last […]
Let Get Outside! No Equipment Runner’s Workout + prAna Fall Fashion and WIWW
Well, it looks like it’s finally Fall in the Southern California desert! After more than 120 days of temperatures over 100 degrees, it is finally cool enough to get outside and actually enjoy the experience. It feels so good that I created this no equipment runner’s workout that you can do outdoors, either on its own […]
My New Mental Challenge Addiction: Jigsaw Puzzle
This post is sponsored by Jigsaw Puzzle but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Years ago, I was a jigsaw puzzle fanatic. I loved colorful and complicated puzzles that took days or even weeks to finish. I could spend a little time every day winding down, putting together my puzzle while relaxing […]
Happy October! Now Where’s that Autumn Weather? Temecula Half Marathon Training Recap
If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve heard a lot of whining complaining talking about how hot the weather has been through the month of September. Yes, I’ve lived in the desert for many years, so this is nothing new, but that doesn’t mean I’m happy about it! I’m still trying to convince myself that […]
