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4.20.15

The Weekend, Mostly in Pictures

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I’ve never done a “sentence per picture” sort of post because once I start writing I just find it hard to stop.  Today I will try to change that and do a bit more show and less tell.  Let’s see how it goes.

Saturday morning started out with a 10 mile run.  No one in my family slept much Friday night for some reason, and I was up and ready to go around 5:45.  Unfortunately my kids were too and tortured Adam while he tried to sleep for the duration of my run.  He actually didn’t say this to me but I know it must have happened.  As long as he gets to at least stay in bed he doesn’t really complain 🙂

Yup, now I feel the rambling coming on.  So the run could’ve been awesome and perfect because the weather was amazing – shorts and a light long sleeve, no wind, sunrise.  But it was a pretty sluggish run for me 1) because I was sore from yoga the day before (big oops!  I jinxed myself on this one) and 2) because I went to sleep really late and woke up really early.  Not complaining though, because the weather alone made it better than nearly all of my winter runs combined.  Sort of.

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I ate breakfast and it involved eggs.  I know that no one is surprised by this.  It also involved beef bacon, sweet potatoes, and greens.  Again, not surprising at all.

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I took Drew to a birthday party and he couldn’t get enough of the zipline.  This is somewhat uncharacteristic of him (not so into trying new things) so I was happy to see him “branch out” 🙂

It was nearly 80 degrees when we got back from the party and Adam and the girls were already playing in the sprinkler and having squirt fights.  The kids then played “beach” and styled each others hair into side-buns.  The hair styling was Drew’s idea of course, he totally did Diana’s bun all by himself.

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Drew has also been forcing me (yes, forcing) to wear “Anna braids” for the past couple of days. Between the braids and my spontaneous backyard yoga Adam isn’t sure who he’s married to anymore.  I’m kidding, but he did find it amusing enough to take a picture without me having to ask.  That is a nice compliment in my book 🙂

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The temperature dropped way down Saturday night into the 40s which was nice because it meant it was nice and cool for my 5 mile run on Sunday morning.   The “recovery” run after a long run is always such a great no-pressure feeling.

imageA little bit of yoga after breakfast on Sunday.  I can feel my shoulders and back opening up lately and it’s awesome and encouraging!

imageI committed to figuring out these carrot raisin muffins, and I might have nailed them on the first try.  I’m going to test another variation before sharing the recipe, but they were pretty great as is!

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Drew is beyond happy to play with dolls.  He loves dolls a whole lot more than my daughters ever did, and I’m not sure where he’s going with it but it’s very sweet to watch, for now 🙂

Adam took Emily for another 2 mile run on Sunday and once again no stopping!  He also took about 50 pictures before and after, not to post on a blog or social media or anything, but just to have, you know, for himself.

What an interesting concept, having family pictures that are kept within the family, right?  I’m joking, he has always been great with taking lots of pictures and I never have been, it’s the blog now that motivates me to take any, really. Although it seems strange, I’m actually grateful for that since I capture so much more now.

What was your weekend highlight?

Have you always been good with taking pictures?

Has social media/blogging affected how you take pictures or what you take pictures of?  

My answer to that would be yes, 100%.  I never took pictures of any food ever before starting this blog.  I didn’t even know taking pictures of food was a “thing.”  I still think the whole thing is strange even though I do it all the time now!

Lastly, LOTS of good vibes and high fives to everyone running the Boston Marathon today!  Can’t believe a whole year has gone by since I ran it, how did that happen?

Super excited for all the runners and will definitely be watching!

 

 

 

 

 

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!

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  1. suzysuzyheather says

    April 20, 2015 at 3:49 am

    Ah, gotta love intrinsic motivation when it pops up from time to time. Just to do something for the pure and raw love of it is such a breath of fresh air. And yes, go Boston marathoners, go! What an experience! I didn’t know you ran it last year. Very cool!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:49 am

      Watching the marathon now, loving it! Last year was an unforgettable experience.

      Reply
  2. jillconyers says

    April 20, 2015 at 5:27 am

    Love all the yoga going on! I want my hair to be long enough for braids 🙂

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:50 am

      I’m sure you could pull off the braids!

      Reply
  3. The Cookie ChRUNicles says

    April 20, 2015 at 5:53 am

    I was never a big picture taker! I do try to take more for the blog but sometimes forget because snapping photos was never my nature! I did whip out the phone for many pictures and videos though yesterday and last week at the Islanders games since the Coliseum is closing but I must admit, it was annoying. Too busy filming and not enjoying the live moment, you know? I am sooooo proud and excited for your daughter and her running! So impressive.

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:53 am

      I’d much rather just experience the moment rather than worry about pictures/video, but I do like having the memories captured! I think for the Islanders game you’ll want those pictures, for sure 🙂

      Reply
  4. Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine says

    April 20, 2015 at 6:56 am

    I take a million more pictures now than i ever did before I started blogging. I was always the picture taker- but just to have them. In HS and college I always used to bring a camera out and take lots of pictures, and actually got them printed and sometimes put in albums! But now pictures are just saved forever on my computer and I always say I will order prints but I never do:)

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:55 am

      I also used to actually have picture albums! I’ve barely printed anything in the past 5 years, it’s crazy, and I feel bad because none of Drew’s baby pictures are printed, although I probably have just as many of him as the girls.

      Reply
  5. Skinny Fitalicious says

    April 20, 2015 at 7:14 am

    The no pressure of a day after a long run so true! It’s so nice that we can all be outdoors right now. I especially am grateful given my injuries last year. My weekend as you know was a little crazy with traveling home from Germany. Yesterday flew by and now I have a cold due to contend with. I can’t believe the weeks already here.

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 10:12 am

      Hope that cold is mild and quick. Your week really flew by! Feel better 🙂

      Reply
  6. SuzLyfe says

    April 20, 2015 at 7:28 am

    I’m so used to my long run days that I can get confused sometimes and never really give myself the day off that my body needs and deserves! But I’m right there with you–some times, you just gotta do something that feels goooooooood. Even if it makes no sense at all at the time!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 10:14 am

      When I’m not marathon training my schedule really gets messed up and I just run “whenever” because I know I likely won’t injure myself. Once I’m running over 40 miles per week I have to be so careful though. Taking advantage of the weather this time of year is a must though!

      Reply
  7. emjoseph94 says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:00 am

    My mom was really good at taking pictures when my sister and I were little. As we got older she handed the responsibility over to us because she was mad that she wasn’t ever in any of the photos. Personally, the blog has caused me to take a million more photos than I would have otherwise. I might even take a photography class during my last semester…never could have said that before.

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 10:16 am

      A photography course would be awesome if you have the chance! I never would’ve thought to do that in school but now I would jump at that.

      Reply
  8. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:31 am

    I’m actually horrible with taking pictures of life stuff… which is probably why so much of my personal life doesn’t appear on the blog. I Just find it kind of a hassle to whip out the camera and get everyone to pose artificially… but sometimes I wish I was better at it because it’s nice to be able to look back!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Yes, I hate the artificial posing! Adam will make us pause and smile for 10 minutes and I find it annoying, although then we get great pictures, so, maybe it’s a necessary evil!

      Reply
  9. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    April 20, 2015 at 10:21 am

    Hi Michele! No way could I ever write a one-sentence per photo post. I have way too much to say! First of all, I’ve been wearing braids a lot lately too, for no reason other than they are a good way to style dirty hair haha. And as far as your outdoor play — sounds like fun! I got outside a lot this weekend too, including a hike and picnic. I hope you have a great week!! I’m definitely having some eggs and sweet potatoes for at least one meal today:)

    Reply
  10. Strength and Sunshine says

    April 20, 2015 at 10:40 am

    I still don’t take pictures…I need too. I’m pretty sure no one even knows what I look like anymore from my blog. All the pictures of ME are so super old :/

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 11:35 am

      Definitely time for some new ones then! I can totally see where you just wind up recycling the same photos for the blog because I find myself doing the same, especially my running ones since I don’t have a ton.

      Reply
  11. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    April 20, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    There are times I do miss printed pictures. I bought frames to fill when Scott and I moved in together and they are still empty. So it’s going to be almost a year soon. Lol. Love your Anna braids – looking forward to that muffin recipe you created!

    Reply
  12. Dietitian Jess says

    April 20, 2015 at 12:21 pm

    I take too many pictures sometimes I think… probably only half make it to social media though. Sounds like a good weekend… I had trouble with the heat on my Saturday run- definitely not used to that yet!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 2:00 pm

      I’m not ready to run in heat yet! Enjoying the nice in between weather. Having too many pictures isn’t a bad thing!

      Reply
  13. misszippy1 says

    April 20, 2015 at 1:47 pm

    The weather this weekend? Amazing! I was in a great mood, in spite of being too damn busy (as always). I agree–Sunday recovery runs are always so nice. So much to enjoy on a run like that.

    I am terrible with pictures, even with the blog, although it helps motivate me a bit!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Something about the no-pressure and “lazy Sunday” feeling that makes those runs awesome 🙂

      Reply
  14. Jen@jpabstfitness says

    April 20, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    I still think “crap. forgot a picture” multiple times a day!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      Yup! Definitely happens to me 🙂

      Reply
  15. Felicia @ Ingredient1 says

    April 20, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    What a nice weekend. We had perfect running weather here in New York on Saturday morning too! Looking forward to that muffin recipe!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 20, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      The recipe should be up Friday! That weather was awesome and can’t wait for more of it 🙂

      Reply
  16. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    April 20, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    Haha, I laughed when I read the first few lines of your post considering one line per picture…I love your comentary so glad it was overlooked 😉

    Unless it’s a recipe shoot, I am pretty bad with photos, especially with my friends or family- Although I probably should!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      April 21, 2015 at 1:19 pm

      I find it impossible to do the one sentence thing!

      Reply

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