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It’s All Rainbows

September 12, 2011 by Michelle 11 Comments

Yesterday was a long day. A good day, but a long day.

It started at 3:15 and ended around 10:30. I considered pulling an all nighter, but decided that my boss and my coworkers probably wouldn’t appreciate it.

So, what did I do? Run, clean, play, sleep, and eat. In that order.

Run
This week was 14 miles. They were supposed to be brisk. I think they were brisk enough considering my legs hurt. This week was a little different – we had 2 Saturday runners join us. They were faster than me – even though BOTH of them have slower half marathon PRs. Crazy right? Marathon training has turned me into a turtle (it’s all mental, by the way). I was a good distance them behind them for at least 50% of the run. Not a BIG deal, but kinda lonely!

When we got back to the start my Garmin said 12.5 – so I convinced another girl (Rachael) to run the rest of it with me. Considering I skipped my Thursday run, I needed to met every bit of mileage that I could squeeze in! While we were running we discovered that her boss is my neighbor. Small world, right?

I ended up finishing my 14 in 2:17 – which wasn’t HORRIBLE. Just not the fastest I’ve run.

Clean
We got the new rug this week, so I steam cleaned the floors before putting it down. I love it:

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Play
We met Dan’s friend Ramzi (random fact: he was the best man in our wedding) at the park to hang out, play frisbee, and watch the kids play. We lasted about an hour and a half before the heat killed us and we headed home. The kids loved Ramzi. I’m pretty sure Braeden wanted to go home with him. Don’t tell Ramzi’s girlfriend.

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Sleep
I somehow managed to squeeze in an hour nap. It was GLORIOUS. (please say this using your Will Ferrell voice)

Eat
We met my mom/Norm, my brothers, and their fiances at Stonewood Grill to celebrate my mom’s birthday!

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{Happy Birthday Mom!}

There’s was a lot of eating. And drinking. And celebrating.

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{I ate all of this}

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{They love the blankie}

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It was good to catch up with my family. I feels like it’s been an eternity since we’ve hung out!

I finished up the night by coming home and working! I know – thrilling stuff.

Too crude? It’s pretty true.

Happy Monday!! Here’s hoping this week is less hectic – and includes more workouts πŸ™‚

What’s the favorite thing you did this weekend?Β How often do you get together with your family?

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Comments

  1. Maryellen says

    September 12, 2011 at 7:08 am

    We had a great time last night..Thanks for coming out and celebrating with me!! On second thought.. do you celebrate when you get this old?? I guess.. I woke up and have a job to go too! … oh how thrilling!! Enjoy your week.. don’t forget to breathe!!

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  2. Paula @ Eat: Watch: Run says

    September 12, 2011 at 8:24 am

    I’m thinking you shouldn’t be worried about that 14 mile time with the heat out there! Plus, not like your racing. I don’t think training has made you slower, I think you’re just not in a race situation with all the people, which is what makes you faster.

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    • Michelle says

      September 12, 2011 at 2:45 pm

      True about the race situation! I not necessary worried about – just bummed. Hee. I guess I’ll just have to start focusing on faster long runs after marathon training – because you know that’s when half-marathon season BEGINS!

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  3. Jessica @ Sushi and Sit-Ups says

    September 12, 2011 at 9:14 am

    I’m lucky that my family lives in Orlando so I can see them fairly often. Although, I feel like life has been so busy lately that I haven’t seen them nearly as much as I should or want to. Of course, I’m sure I’ll get family overload (in a good way!) over the holidays!

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    • Michelle says

      September 12, 2011 at 2:44 pm

      Family overload – I’m DEFINITELY familiar with it!!

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  4. Carolina @ Peas in a Blog says

    September 12, 2011 at 11:33 am

    Girl, even when you think you’re slower you’re way faster than me — take comfort in that haha I definitely feel like I’m getting slower with training, but it’s the only way I can hang for that many miles. My only goal is to finish the marathon so I’m just trying to focus on that & not get bummed about my slowness πŸ™‚

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    • Michelle says

      September 12, 2011 at 2:43 pm

      Agreed on the goal! I just really thought the longer miles and consistent speedwork would help me! Guess we’ll see after this marathon is over – because at that point, half marathon season begins πŸ™‚

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  5. sara @ the foodie diaries says

    September 12, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    Ohhh I LOVE your living room set! My parents just went shopping for new furniture and I should direct them to pick something out similar to yours πŸ™‚ This weekend I enjoyed a football game and tailgating with my parents. I can’t believe I MOVE next weekend to Rhode Island!!

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    • Michelle says

      September 12, 2011 at 4:45 pm

      Thanks! We bought at Ashley Furniture when my hubby worked there. I love the chaise lounge!

      Yay for football! and yay for Rhode Island!

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  6. Nicole C. says

    September 12, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    K, Thought I posted this but it didn’t appear! I am a total cleaning nerd but wanted to know what you use to steam clean the floors. I have a almost crawler – well, he’s doing a lot of rocking – and my floors are yuck. Prolly the dog’s fault. Let me know! πŸ˜‰

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    • Michelle says

      September 12, 2011 at 9:24 pm

      I have a Shark Vac and Steam! I rarely use the vac (sweeping just works better – I know you love to sweep – hee), but I steam the floors every weekend! I love it!!

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