With Blogfest just a few weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about what to bring. I always tend to over-pack, and since I’m driving to San Diego, that’s not too big of a deal. However, if you’re flying in you will want to make sure to pack as lightly as possible, yet still bring […]
On the Half Shell: Easy to Prepare Spicy Vegan Avocado Boats
I’m so lucky that I grew up in California! That’s true for many reasons, but one of the most delicious is that avocados grow here. Year round. They are plentiful, (relatively) inexpensive, and almost always available (even if they sometimes come from Mexico these days!). In fact, I’ve made variations on these Spicy Vegan Avocado […]
Running This Week plus 5 Fun Fit Things I’m Loving Right Now
The weather is warming up here in the California desert after a really nice May and early June. Last weekend the highs were about 90, which, while it probably sounds pretty hot to most people is actually a great temperature for this time of year. Compare that to the 120 we’re expecting next Monday and […]
5 Reasons that You Will Love the New Mizuno Wave Sky (shoe review)
This review of the Mizuno Wave Sky was made possible by Mizuno and Fitfluential. All opinions are my own. Like many runners, I spent my early running years on the hunt for the perfect shoe. I tried various brands, liking some, hating some, feeling neutral about others. Back then I was told that because I had […]
Rockin’ in San Diego: My Rock and Roll Half Marathon Recap
Happy Global Running Day! Yes, I know it’s over, but I feel that every day should be Running Day! How did you celebrate? Did you (or will you) go for a run? I managed my first run since my half marathon, and I’m celebrating by sharing my Rock and Roll Half Marathon Recap! Rock […]
The Best Vegan Tempeh Pasta Sauce
I spent the weekend in San Diego, running the 20th anniversary of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. I actually ran the half, and I hope to have the recap for you by Wednesday, but for now, let’s celebrate Meatless Monday with some of my vegan eats on the road, plus my favorite vegan tempeh pasta […]
