Tag Archives: Cherry Blossoms

Cherishing The Cherry Blossoms

Can you ever get enough of the cherry blossoms? If so, I haven’t gotten to that point—I hope you haven’t either. A rare peaceful moment at the Tidal Basin Cherishing The Cherry Blossoms The weather forecast for the week called … Continue reading

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Enjoying Pink And Green Signs Of Spring

This week I got to enjoy two classic pink and green signs of spring—the D.C. cherry blossom trees in peak bloom and the Chicago river dyed for St. Patrick’s Day. Paddle boats at the Tidal Basin Pink And Green Signs … Continue reading

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Taking My Own Advice

Last week Jenny said her mission between now and her Big Race is to not do anything stupid. I don’t think I’ve done anything stupid recently, but this week I noticed my legs felt heavier on my runs and my … Continue reading

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Running Up To Easter

Happy Easter! We are celebrating the renewal and hope my Mom is experiencing now that she is home from the hospital after a 23 night stay. It’s hard to underestimate the comforts of home, being able to rest without someone … Continue reading

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Living In Cherry Blossom Limbo

I spent most of this week living in Cherry Blossom limbo, not knowing whether I would be able to do the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile run. Various people told my Mom she could be in acute rehab for from 4-14 … Continue reading

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