Tag Archives: Travel

Training For The 2015 Army Ten Miler?

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Coco

When I started this blog five years ago (!) my very first post was about training for the 2010 Army Ten Miler. The next year, I did a whole series of “training log” posts, chronicling six weeks of training. Now, … Continue reading →

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Five Things Every Airport Needs

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Coco

Fall is “conference season” for me, which means a lot of business trips through various airports. I try to allow myself plenty of time to get through security, but whether I’m  dashing to my gate or have time to kill … Continue reading →

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Why Starbucks Is My Home Away From Home

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Coco

Last month I shared how I took Starbucks on the road for our Grand Canyon vacation. The day that post was published I woke up at 1:55 am local time in San Jose–my body clock was still back on the … Continue reading →

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The Thousand Dollar Chicago Lakefront Long Run 

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Coco

Last week I had a quick business trip to Chicago, arriving Thursday evening for a conference Friday and heading home Friday night. As usual, I packed my running gear, but when I woke up to steady rain Friday morning I … Continue reading →

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Hiking Elden Lookout Trail

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Coco

After spending a few days hiking, cycling, and walking along the Rim Trail at the Grand Canyon, we headed to Flagstaff for a change of scenery and a change of pace. But after an afternoon of shopping and relaxing at more luxurious … Continue reading →

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