Balancing Working And Working Out

I thought August was supposed to be a quiet month at work with most clients on vacation, but I’ve had several projects unexpectedly move from the “back burner” to “top priority.” That led to a few long days and late nights, but I don’t mind working hard as long as I have my morning workout time.

Scooby wasn’t sure about posing with Mrs. Toad.
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Portland Oregon Getaway


When my daughter asked if I’d be interested in a girls’ getaway this summer, I might have surprised her with my resounding YES! She selected Portland, Oregon for hiking and vegan restaurants, and we both had a wonderful time.

The view of Columbia River Gorge from Lemmons Viewpoint.

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Flying In For The August Ultimate Coffee Date

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Thank you for joining the August 2023 Ultimate Coffee Date. Deborah and I enjoy hosting this monthly link up to foster friendship and camaraderie. Pour yourself a cup, pull up a chair, and let us know what is going on … Continue reading

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Busted July Runfessions

As we close out another July, it’s time to gather at Marcia’s Healthy Slice to share our runfessions and cleanse our souls soles to get a fresh start for August. This July I’ve got some real confessions about things that got me busted.

You also may be joining the Fit Five Friday Link-Up with DarleneMichelle, Renée, Jenn, and Zenaida.

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Taking A Cut Back Week


A cut back week is a normal part of a training cycle, but what am I doing taking a cut back week when I’ve already cut back my summer running miles? Because I felt like it! Or didn’t feel like it, depending on your perspective. 😉

Sunrise at the Tidal Basin

As you’ll see from the next photo I took, it wasn’t as dark as this photo makes it seem. I did pretty much have the Tidal Basin to myself, which was kind of eerie.

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