Halfway Point
When I create goals, I like to build in a couple of “checkpoints” to make sure I’m on track to complete them. Since we’re about halfway through May, I think it’s time to look back at the goals I planned …
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At a Crossroads
I’ve reached a similar place before: I have so many options for moving forward with different endeavors, and I can’t decide which way to go next. It’s kind of like I’m in a labyrinth – Decide whether I want to …
How to Unclog a Drain
There’s always an adventure brewing at the little house on Pine. Since becoming homeowners (almost 5 years!), we’ve both built an array of skills: wiring lights, learning about insulation, hanging shelves, building a window seat bench… and most recently, learning …
Baked Chorizo: A Special Guest Post!
Note: the following is a guest post by John from and a little wine. Check out his blog for a little food, a little wine, book reviews, baseball and great writing! Fit for Life is a fantastic blog name- what …
Summer Shape-Up
Even though summer is just around the corner (6 weeks!), it’s never too late to begin a summer shape-up challenge. As I mentioned in a previous post, I’m looking for a new fitness challenge. Running has become part of my …
Making Time for Many Adventures
It’s amazing what can be accomplished in a short period of time. Normally, Shane or I (and sometimes both) have prior commitments on the weekend – work or otherwise. Not this weekend. Other than the 5k race I ran on …
Connor’Smiles 5K Race
Today, I finished race #8 of my racing career! {well, 9 if you count the Virtual 5K…} The Connor’Smiles 5K at Camp Pecometh We raced in memory of Connor Rice, a 15-year old local boy who was in a tragic …
Beyond Race Day
Tomorrow, I have another spring race! It’s a 5K, and I’m hoping to race a personal best. My best recorded time is 27:10 (26:02 if you count the Virtual Blend 5K). I think I can do it! {encouragement would help!} …