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Simple saturday + LÉON concert + long run prep/recovery + superbowl shindig + week 5 of marathon training

February 7, 2017

Friends, lovers, countrymen! This was one of the funnest weekends I’ve had in a long while here in NYC. Nothing out of the ordinary, just some quality activities with the people who make me happiest ❤ Saturday: Costa Rica planning + lazy Saturday + LÉON concert I woke up bright and early on Saturday. Productive morning of … More Simple saturday + LÉON concert + long run prep/recovery + superbowl shindig + week 5 of marathon training

My week in 5-4-3-2-1!

February 3, 2017

5 happenings from my week This has hands down been one of the longest weeks of work for me. Long days filled with tons of deadlines – that’s my firm’s busy season for ya! Even though there have been tough moments, it all also came with a huge sense of accomplishment. I remember leaving the office … More My week in 5-4-3-2-1!

Chinese New Year dumpling party!

January 31, 2017

This past weekend was Chinese New Year – this year is quite the special one as it is the year of the rooster, which my own sign 🙂 I was fortunate enough to go home this past week to spend some time with the family. Even though it was a pretty busy work week, I still got … More Chinese New Year dumpling party!

Very polar week 4 of marathon training

January 29, 2017

This week of training was very polar – the beginning of the week felt like my legs were made of lead, and then things picked up and I felt much stronger the latter half. My last week of training, I was feeling super fatigued. I cut my mileage down thinking that it would serve as a … More Very polar week 4 of marathon training

Purity ring concert + marathon training week 3

January 21, 2017

The highlight of my week was seeing Purity Ring live on Thursday! They were playing at Output in Williamsburg – one of my favorite clubs: flashback to last year with me/Scott/Phil/Christine would go almost every weekend and even week days :P. We’ve all aged approximate 20 years since then and hardly do these kinds of nights anymore, … More Purity ring concert + marathon training week 3

All my favorite people + recipe suggestions?

January 17, 2017

This weekend was sure a special one. There was nothing out of the ordinary, but I was lucky to spend time with all my closest friends in NYC on different occasions. Saturday: The day started off with 10 miles for my long run. Best way to started a weekend. After thawing in the shower, making myself lunch, … More All my favorite people + recipe suggestions?

Running is therapy + race advice please + marathon training week 2

January 14, 2017

Got about a million tangents running in my head that I’m ready to spill. I will try and be somewhat organized. Week 2 of marathon training This week was a pretty solid week of training. Two of my four runs I was feeling extra strong and set out for some extra mileage than planned; I don’t want … More Running is therapy + race advice please + marathon training week 2

Colorado ski trip

December 21, 2016

This weekend was spent in lovely Colorado with Phil and Scott! It was the perfect getaway filled with exploring Denver and Boulder, as well as the best skiing of my life. It was also an unintentional farewell trip for Scott, as he is moving to SF. Get ready for a photo dump of mostly food, scenery, and random … More Colorado ski trip

Goodbye Scott + new holiday traditions + oldest friend’s visit

December 13, 2016

Hello hello! How are you all? I am unfortunately feeling a bit under the weather. I caught a cold during my trip in Hartford, and immediately went into weekend-mode so forced the cold to be put on hold…the second I finally had a moment to rest, all the symptoms hit me like a ton of bricks. But … More Goodbye Scott + new holiday traditions + oldest friend’s visit

Adjusting back to life + holiday fun + emotions while running

December 5, 2016

Good morning blog! I’m writing this currently on an Amtrak en route. I’ll be in Hartford this week for work – I could not be more excited to get some quality time with my team and see the sights!! This week was primarily adjusting back to life after Thanksgiving at home last week. The holidays are … More Adjusting back to life + holiday fun + emotions while running