Run Boston
For the first time, I ran the sweet city streets of Boston! Not only did I do that, I created the opportunity to run with two other eduWeb conference attendees. I loved it so much better than running...
View ArticleVisit from the Tooth Fairy
As I type this, I'm placing a little white envelope with two big girl teeth under my pillow. You're never too old to receive a visit from the Tooth Fairy, right? After a whirlwind couple of weeks...
View ArticleChestertown Running Festival
Guess who just signed up for the Chestertown Half Marathon?{yes, it's a tad expensive, but I received a little discount for racing the event two years ago, and I think it's worth it!}I've debated...
View ArticleMy Chestertown Farmers' Market
After being away for nearly two weeks, I was so glad to return to Chestertown {and the little house on Pine}. I love to travel, mostly because of the tests and challenges it brings, but there's no...
View ArticleLittle House on Pine
This month, we've officially been in our house for FIVE years, since 2007. I can't believe how quickly time has passed! The house on move-in day.We moved into the house on August 6, 2007. Well, I was...
View ArticleThe little house on Pine: kitchen
So I'd hoped to share a post on the bedroom, since it's the first room that saw major changes at the house, but we're not quite finished with the latest refresher. So, I'll share that piece later this...
View ArticleThe little house on Pine: Dining Room
In celebration of living in our home {the little house on Pine} for five years, I'm writing several posts on my favorite spaces!The dining room has transformed at the little house on Pine. In just two...
View ArticleRunning is a mental sport
Most Tuesdays at the little house on Pine begin with a run. Today was no different! Happy runner at 6:15 a.m.Today I had one goal: to conquer this silly path.When I run in Chestertown, I have a few...
View ArticleWhat I'm packing for HLS 12
I travel for my job, so you'd think by now I'd have the whole minimalist packing thing down to a science. I don't. I still attempt to bring half of my closet.Don't worry, I put half of it back. Maybe.I...
View ArticleZumba Class at Healthy Living Summit 12
This afternoon, I had the opportunity to share my love and enthusiasm for Zumba Fitness with attendees of Healthy Living Summit!Early this morning, I scouted for the best possible outdoor spot, and...
View ArticleHealthy Living Summit 12 Swag
Hello from Boston! I'm knee-deep in the Healthy Living Summit activities.This morning, I taught a special Zumba Fitness class to a group of HLS attendees and then it was time to register officially for...
View ArticleHealthy Living Summit Food
When you pull together 150 {maybe more?} healthy living enthusiasts, bloggers, foodies, you know you're in for a weekend full of good food, good conversations, and workout buddies.Let's talk about the...
View ArticleAnnapolis 10 Mile Race (A-10)
Lightning, thunder, torrential downpour, hail, massive puddles.This was all part of the start to my latest race day: the Annapolis 10 mile race. Last year, the event was cancelled due to threat of a...
View ArticleA cappuccino at Evergrain
Our local Chestertown bakery, Evergrain, just opened their espresso-making goodness today!Always one to try new Chestertown adventures, I grabbed my two favorite neighbors and made a stop to Evergrain...
View ArticleFall Road Race Schedule
Now that my fall travel schedule for work has been confirmed, I'm focusing on my fall races schedule!After a very busy spring race schedule, my fall race schedule feels a little...empty.{I love using...
View ArticleRace to Erase MS 5k
I ran my fastest race 5k ever this weekend.I even scored third place in my age group! My running buddy Carly also won third in her age group! {she's running her first official triathlon next weekend...
View ArticleDoctor Who TARDIS Blueberry Soufflé
This weekend, I experienced a new first, something only time and space could produce.My first Doctor...Who? At the little house on Pine, we don’t watch a lot of television. Lots of reading, thinking,...
View ArticlePreparing for Success
Wednesdays are long days for me. I spend the morning at work, teach a lunchtime PiYo Strength class, spend the afternoon at work, then teach back-to-back Turbo Kick and Zumba classes.Since I know I'm...
View ArticleNext Big Step
Yesterday was a big day for me. About a year ago, I attended a conference session that encouraged me to stop making excuses and start getting busy with one life goal.So, this is how I spent my Friday...
View ArticleA Sunday Run
It's here! Happy Half Marathon week!!On Saturday, I'm running my second half marathon. It's the same course that I ran two years ago, but I'm much more excited for it this time around. Why? I've been...
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