Memory Run

It's been tough to think about but I did and waited until the end of the month. I'm talking about the virtual race, November Run to Remember.

I chose to run two 5k's, to challenge myself. First one was on the treadmill, yesterday morning. It started off slow, and I thought about, was all the memories of my dad, we last saw each other, May 2010. It was before we headed back to CA after a little vacation. He was due to head to visit his mother and siblings in Mexico a few weeks later. And, that's where things would forever change. It was tough to continue to think of the aftermath. I continued and finished strong; 5k in 37:23.

Today, as the rain continued to pour, I didn't let it discourage me. I was EXCITED, I was READY! There's nothing more exhilarating, the adrenaline rush!! At about a mile, the rain picked up and I just kept on, even past a group of marines running and chanting. I felt powerful, running in the rain with a double jogger, total badass mother runner! And, a huge challenge!! You can't beat that. I kept pushing myself and had to walk the crazy hills back to my housing community. It was fabulous and I thought how proud my dad would be, he'd always praise me in my achievements. I finished strong; 5k in 41:33.

Fun Fact Friday.

1. I broke my PC, bummer.

2. I watch "the vow" weekly.

3. I'm horrible at keeping secrets.

4. I can't say no to grilled cheese sandwiches.

5. I powerful during a run.

6. Spending winter break in TX, is intimidating.

7. My girls are amazing.

8. I'm undecided on what I want to be when I grow up, there's a lot I want!

9. Coffee is my best friend.

10. Foam rolling is fantastic!

This Super {Runner} Mama hung 2012 her race bling on the tree. Even, the girls Kids Run this Town medals are on display! Yupp, it's fabulous!!

besides running....

Talk about craziness.

I survived the holiday weekend. Still fighting this [annoying] sickness. Agh!

Logged in three fabulous 5ks. Even found a photo of us at the start, my girl in the lead.
And, she was SUPER excited when she saw her kindergarden teacher, she was running next to her for the first 1/2 mile. So sweet! She even waited for her at the finish line.

We had a fabulous time at the FRG Social Skate Party. My girls love it.

We got busy with Winter Decor/Crafts.

And started the 'elf on the shelf tradition' with Molly.

Finished up Week 13 of Les Mills Pump, COMPLETED the BeachBody Program!

Started Week 3 of Turbofire. Whewww!

Decided on the mileage for the November Memory Run, Virtual Race.

  

Now, I'm sitting here during naptime, 3 girls sleeping. Leanna wasn't feeling too well. She stayed home. Therefore, Ailea stayed home from preschool too. I missed out on my run, there was sunshine, I wanted to take advantage. I got a sweet phonecall from my husband, he just wanted to hear my voice. *blushing* I finished 2 more wood block projects! It's been a productive day. Yesterday, I cleared my office area of paperwork, and organized the dvd shelves. My spin bike definitely stands out more. *whoop! whoop!* I even logged in a few miles after Turbofire. One thing, I've been doing on my spare time while online, is finding new routes back in Texas. I'm REALLY looking forward to SOLO RUNNING. We are arriving in Houston late Saturday night, and I'll have a half-marathon the next morning, in a town about an hour away. I'm totally looking forward to it, even though I may not get much sleep. One other thing, I will be doing while on "vacation", is joining a MMA class in my husband's hometown with some awesome gals. Turbofire is already giving me that style, so I'll fit right in. Oh, Running in a small country town will be fun again, I enjoyed it last summer. It's definitely different, I'll be doing it in the daylight this time. No sprained ankle(s), please!! I'm also READY, to indulge in a Turkey meal and Tamales with family. Since, it's another holiday season without husband around, spending and celebrating these MAJOR ones with my family will be something special.

So, I'll keep rambling if I don't stop now. Have a fabulous day y'all.

"Don't wait to for inspiration to find you; BECOME IT!!"

Tuesday Tunes!

Well, I've got 2 that have been on back 2 back replay for the past week.

My girls P!NK & Kelly Clarkson!
LOVE THEM!!


P!NK - Try 

Kelly Clarkson - Catch my breath

Happy Tunes; Happy Running Y'all!!

 

"Don't wait to for inspiration to find you; BECOME IT!!"

Motivational Monday

In everything!

Make it happen y'all!

"Don't wait to for inspiration to find you; BECOME IT!!"

#anywhere 5k stache dash

Mama got her run on this evening.
After 6 miles on Thursday and 3 days straight of work..
..my body needed some miles!

I've been a happy runner participant over at #anywhere5k virtual races for most of 2012.
This was a fun one!!

I got to the gym a little early, logged in .44mi in about 6 minutes
but lost the data when Ailea distracted me to go use the bathroom. Agh!!
Once, my friend arrived, I got back on and started my run. It was a little rough, legs were heavy.
We gave ourselves time, walking intervals, picked it back up and RAN!

I logged in my 5k in 43:31.

I went on for a little more 3.67 in 50:03

November daily challenge is almost over and I need to update my times.

Back to foam rolling, a runner's best friend!!

"Don't wait to for inspiration to find you; BECOME IT!!"

Running is...

...me time...and so much more.

"Don't wait to for inspiration to find you; BECOME IT!!"