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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There will be some knee photos...you've been warned....On Wednesday, I had my knee surgery.I got up as usual, and my first thought was "Okay, I'll go down and feed the cats, then....."That pause. That was when I realized I wasn't able to eat OR drink anything.*Le Sigh*I sat with V while she got ready to …
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Yes, I Have a Surgery Date!Relief is in sight!! Happy Dance all around!When I arrived home last evening after getting the new hairs (check out my FaceBook Page for pics!) I checked my voicemail.*Insert Angelic Music Here*There was a message from the Surgeon's Assistant telling me off I go for surgery on February 18th.Happy is …
I never thought this day would come!This April will have been one full year since my slip in the Dominican and this journey began!What started out as a possible meniscus tear was discovered to be an actual joint condition that I've had since I was a teenager!Osteochondritis DissecansSo, since the knee has been getting progressively …
Okay, Are You Ready?? I will do a pic post today ;)Christmas Eve - Spotted Christmas CarCandied Bacon on my cupcake after Turkey Dinner #3Christmas Day - My "Greg" was good to me! xoChristmas Day with Auntie - Turkey Dinner #4I now scare my kitties with my Yeti Feet I got for Christmas :)I logged 13,800 …
Well, we're almost there.The end of another year. Sitting back and reflecting on what has gone by and what we will be working towards in 2015.Getting close to Christmas always make me reflect and think about the time I get to spend with my family and friends. They have supported me through so much over …
Kickin it with Erin Motz!So now that I have some time to breathe and reflect, here it is!When I was told not to run until my surgery, I was feeling kind of down. I knew I had to keep moving somehow!I hopped on the interwebs and searched diligently.It was then that I saw Erin Motz's …
Continue reading What I thought of the 30 Day Yoga Challenge!
I know, Super Pumped RIGHT???Don't get me wrong. I've actually been to gym before. Worked in one even. Trained people too ;)This is a nice small gym at my workplace (big bonus points - it's RIGHT THERE) and I know the guy who runs it very well. I always feel welcome and he knows that …
Today was Day 22 - Restorative YogaWhat I love about this challenge is that Erin throws in restorative days. These are days with nice, slow stretches that feel sooooooooooo goooooooooooood.Another thing I love about this challenge, is that it has opened me up to so many poses. I get excited for the next email to …
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My date with the surgeon.And I have my nervous face on.I mean, I pretty much have a good idea about what is going to happen. It's just hearing him say it, and I can ask detailed questions about recovery.I'll be fine going into surgery. I just know it won't be pretty when I am done.So, …
Screaming Into the Void 