My last “official” race of 2017 was the Valley Harvest 5k. It was a warm day. I had a head cold. I managed 30 minutes and I was happy 😃 I chose Valley Harvest because of the beautiful scenery in Wolfville.....and the blanket. Taking all expectation off of myself has given me back some of …
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Races, Brain Melts, and the Return of the FitBit
Okay, So over the holidays I decided that I seriously needed to keep moving this year. Not just for my physical health, but for my mental health. I sat and muddled about a fall half marathon. I wanted something close to home (because I am without my own vehicle, and would need to acquire …
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Looking Back….Looking Ahead
So here we are. 2016 is slowly coming to a close. 2017 is on the doorstep, patiently waiting. I decided a year or so ago that I would not do resolutions. It's just not me. It sets me up to self sabotage my well thought out plans. This month has been hard mentally. Deciding what …
Remembering Who I Am
It's been a while since I've posted. I wanted to wait until I was "situated" in my "new home" to do so. I've moved the blog from one platform to another. So feel free to let me know what works and what doesn't work! Feedback is appreciated while I continue to tweak some things …
The Things I Struggle With During Injury Recovery
I've Been Absent Photo courtesy of Bitmoji 🙂 I have found it hard to express everything I have been doing/feeling lately. It dawned on me that this is what I should right about. I haven't been unable to run for a bit. I injured my left calf when I attempted to bolt out of the …
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October: Time for a Reboot
A BIG reboot.After my last race(s) during Maritime Race Weekend, I took a break.There I am! 2nd from the left during the Sunrise 5k :)I needed this break. Needed to take a step back.There has been a lot going on in "the background". TeenThing finally has a job (yay!). As I sit here writing this …
Race Recap: Maritime Race Weekend Sunset 5k and Sunrise 5k
Arrrrrgghhh Matey! This was my first time running Maritime Race Weekend.It did NOT disappoint!I registered for the "Tartan Twosome" Challenge, which gave you entry into the Sunset 5k on Friday evening and your choice of race on Saturday (I opted for another 5k as the route is relatively flat). This would give me an extra medal …
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Our "Last Year of School"
Class of 2017It seems like just yesterday I was getting TeenThing ready for Primary. This year, she is graduating from High School. On September 8th, she starts Grade 12.Vacation Dessert = Happy TeenThingWe've been through a lot throughout her school career. Intense conversations with teachers, moving from one part of the city to another, toxic …
Confessions of a Social (Anxiety Filled) Introvert
Sounds Funny Right? I love being out around people. Sometimes. I know that my mental illness contributes to my "I can't people" moments. I've learned that is just a part of who I am now, and that's okay. I had a really bad anxiety filled "OMG I am going to be out in a group …
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Lessons Learned from a Less Than Ideal Race – Canada Day ‘EPIC Canadian’ Edition
My 10km Epic Canadian Race on Canada Day was Hot and Humid!Post Race Me :)We went into the long weekend here on the East Coast of Canada (Nova Scotia) with some hot and humid weather. This was my first summer race. Ever. My previous 10km races were a while ago. A Bluenose 10km and a …
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Screaming Into the Void 