Summer is for sure in full swing here in Columbus! My favorite season for many reasons…but WOW is it hot and humid! I seriously don’t want to complain as I was wishing for this all winter long. We have hit a huge temp spike, like heat advisories on the daily.
Running and tennis early mornings to beat the heat as much as I can…waking up in the 70s/80s there really is no beating the heat. Hydrating, hydrating, hydrating and finding all the ways to stay cool and comfortable. This may for sure be the season of the sundress for me.
Welcoming the sunshine, blue skies, and green grass. I hope we cool off just a bit so patio days and nights can become a regular everyday event.
RACE RECAP
FIRST EVER-9.71k THE RACE
LOVE that M3SSPORTS continues creating new events and partnering with Columbus favs.
This was a super fun expereince with 97.1 THE FAN! Best part-seeing my favorite humans…seriously the best part of every race! Loved the location and the fun START and FINISH atmosphere.
The course was great with some shade, which was a gift! Temps were high, like really high. Made for a hot and humid run-welcome summer!
I felt strong for the first half of 6.02ish and then the heat hIt. Holy Moly! Listened to my body-fueled and slowed accordingly.
I had no expectations for this race and even with the crazy heat I finished happy! The whole point, right? I GET TO DO THIS!
The FINISH LINE of course offered chilled bottled water, bagels and the BEST PART-COLD WET TOWELS!!
What a fun and successful FIRST 9.71k THE RACE! EXCITED FOR NEXT YEAR!
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SQWINCHER SQWEEZE FREEZE POPS-Summer training GAME CHANGER!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these! They are special-freeze pops with ELECTROLYTES! Perfect refuel/cool down after a hot, steamy workout. There are a ton of flavors and all of them are super yummy! I buy them in bulk from AMAZON, I think last time I ordered a box of 50. They were a huge hit when Marin was in high school after tennis practice. I have also taken them to MIT for a post long run treat.
NEURO ENERGY AND FOCUS GUM-I can’t take credit for finding this fav. Marc found it and suggested we order it. BEST suggestion! It is amazing and super helpful when I need an extra energy boost as well as extra focus. It also helps with anxiety. The benefits are great. I have used it a few times during races. I have noticed a difference in pre-race anxiety. My energy during the race has increased. Flavor lasts a while too!
With this early summer heatwave I have been looking for light and easy dinner ideas. Usually a protein with a light veggie side or salad. Found this light and fresh salad that the kids really enjoyed as did I! We use a ton of recipes from SKINNYTASTE and this one is chefs kiss!
Framed photos are my thing. They have been my thing since I was young. My bedroom, always covered in them. Placed in a visually pleasing way.
When Marc and I were married I made it tradition that we have family photos taken yearly. My parents were divorced when I was very young. Growing up, we had a few formal photos of my Mom, sister, and myself. However, I don’t think we had any of my Dad, Stepmom, and sister taken. I have memories of going to friends homes and seeing walls covered in formal family photos and always admired them. In the 80’s, not many families experienced divorce. Seeing those photos, and not seeing them in my home, touched me.
I knew as Marc and I built our life, our family together. I wanted those photos. I wanted that wall. I wanted to see our story in our home and have our children understand the importance of it.
This photo gallery has moved from wall to wall to wall. We have grown and changed as has our home decor. Here it is as it is right now. There are more photos to add, more story to tell. I am very proud of us, of the FAB FOUR we are. I love being able to see our story every time I enter and exit our home. Marc and I have built something special. Together, we created our family. These photos are the heart of our life and our home.
Think of your delivery people, your landscapers etc this summer. Offer them water and even snacks to help keep them cool and hydrated as they work. Something not required but appreciated. Care for them as they are caring for you. Super simple, right? Usually it’s the simple things that mean the most.
With the 4th of July a week away it is time to start planning!! RED, WHITE AND BLUE-tried and true! What are your plans? Parade watching and BBQ-ing are always top on our list!
Since childhood this day has been as big as Christmas. Parade watchers placing their chairs on the route days even weeks before. Outfits for the day created weeks ahead so we are all STARS AND STRIPES. Planning our morning breakfast that would fit in our red wagon for safe travel down to the parade. BBQ and sides post parade lunch which always flowed into dinner. Gathering Firework watching essentials-blankets, glow bracelets/necklaces etc and heading to find our just right spot.
I absolutely LOVE it all-excited for this year. Celebrating our freedom is a special kind of celebration. HAPPY 4TH ALL!!
