"I Like My Self!!"

Monday, August 18, 2008

Summer is almost over. The first day of school is next Monday. Lauren and I have had a wonderful summer. Countless days at the pool, morning movies, visits to local museums, and the list goes on.

We celebrated Lauren's 6th birthday this summer! I am constantly amazed at how fast she is growing up. For a long time, I would say it seems like it has only been a month since we brought Lauren home from the hospital. Now I think, it seems like just yesterday we were celebrating her 1st birthday.

Last Saturday I was away from home all day. While I was away, Lauren did some drawing to pass the time. This was one of her drawings, "I Like My Self!!". How cool is that?! "I Like My Self!!" I am very proud.

New! Longest Distance Run PR

Sunday August 10 2008

Today I ran a new longest distance run pr, 10 miles. What a great experience! It was a new route with a new partner. I was lucky enough to run with a stronger partner today. She kicked my butt. In a good way... She did not beat me up too much. We averaged about a 10:12 minute mile pace. One of the neat things about this run was the terrain. We ran on lightly traveled roads, off road, roads under construction, a golf course, through many subdivisions, a lake trail, and a few good hills. I LOVED every minute of it!

The Toy Lady Runs a Half Marathon

August 2

I registered for my first half marathon. The race is November 2. That is just 3 short months away. I am excited. However, now that I am on the hook to the tune of $45, I am nervous too. I started training in July. My goal is 2:15:00. That is 2 hours and 15 minutes. Ambitious. I know.

Stay tuned!