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Hello June!! A new month with new possibilities! This is one of my favorite months as summer starts, my favorite season! So ready for all that this season brings, feels like this winter/spring lasted a long time!
Last week was busy! Workouts, tennis, Memorial Tournament, oh and painting!! I am happy to be back this week and not on a ladder painting a high wall. Loved the project and the result but this one was a big project! I loved having a break in it all. Hopping over to Murfield for the Memorial Pro Am last Wednesday was a perfect pause in the painting. Went out with Mari, Tuck and Tuck’s best friend David. We had a blast! Loved seeing the celebrity golfers but really loved seeing my favorite pros out there doing their thing. One aspect of golf I love is the up close view. You get to see the players and their play intimately. This day is now becoming an annual tradition with the kids. I am totally here for it. Memory making at its best.
Race Recap: FORE! MILER-The unofficial kick off to the Memorial Tournament this race never disappoints. I have run it for years and every year it just gets better. This is an evening race, not my fav but I love it none the less. The weather was great, with a little rain as I finished. I ran happy and felt strong for all four miles. The finish was parallel to the 18th green, headed right over to it for some pics after receiving my medal. Oh, and one of the SAWG perks from registering for. this race, a free practice round pass to the tournament!! Seriously, if you love golf, make sure to get moving and put this race on your calendar for next year!
TO REGISTER FOR ANY OF THESE AMAZING M3SSPORTS EVENTS CLICK HERE
BANANA BOAT SUMMER COLOR SELF-TANNING LOTION-I have tried several different kinds of self tanner and this one is my fav! Easy to apply, smells amazing, lasts and is under $10!! Easy order on Amazon, click on the link above to check it out.
KIT SCH STRENGTHENING RICE WATER SOLID SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER-So these are brand new to me. I do a lot of blonde highlighting to my hair and heat styling. As a result, it has become brittle. I have experienced a major breakage. Like major. Top of my head, a section seriously is missing. I have no idea when it broke off but it did. So now I am repairing the damage as well as working on regrowth. My stylist is working with me. I have a regimen of hair masks and heat styling spray. I also take biotin supplements and powder collagen. I, of course saw these bars on an IG ad and wondered enough about them I ordered them. LOVE them! They are literally soap bars, easy to use. No clogged bottle top, no missing out on the last little bit left. It’s hard to tell if they are making a difference in terms of growth yet. However, the texture has changed for the better! Again an easy order on Amazon! Click on the link above if you are curious.
Now that our house is in full summer mode we are meal prepping!!! Tuck, Mari and I are working hard to prepare our lunches. Having meals ready to go will make this season flow with ease. Eating healthy, and planning ahead gives us the ability too fuel in the best way possible. One thing needed for meal prep are containers. We have been through several versions of meal prep containers, like several. I think we have finally landed on a version that will work for us this summer. The containers are reusable plastic that can be microwaved and washed in the dishwasher. We were struggling to identify each other’s lunches. As I searched for containers, we found some with different colored bottoms. That was the solution. We each picked a color we liked. Now, once they are created and placed in the fridge for the week, we know who’s is who’s. Easy peasy…I love it when things are color coded and organized especially in the kitchen!
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE CONTAINERS WE PURCHASED
THE PROJECT: PAINT THE LIVING ROOM-It has been 13 years since this space received love. Oh my goodness it really needed it! A process this was for sure. Starting with patching ALL the holes, every wall had ton! I let the patching dry for 24 hours, then went back in to sand it out. There was dust everywhere! Painting started, took my time with each wall, baseboard and trim for the first coat. Over the next few days I applied 4 coats! Seriously, four coats! Going from a dark tan to white I expected a few but not four. To be honest, I could probably do a fifth coat in a few spots.
I had some leftover navy blue paint. I used it to paint the outside of the front and back doors a while ago. Used that to make a statement space in our entryway. It is bold, sleek and a great contrast to the white. Also very east coastal, which is the vibe I am going for.
I planned my supplies just right, with rollers, brushes, painter tape and paint. Super proud of myself for that. Had enough white left to paint switch covers and shelves in an antique hutch we have.
The space feels bright, airy and open now, in contrast with the dark “den” like feel of the dark tan. I am using the navy, neutral tans and some gold as accent colors in accessories.
This of course has sparked more projects as our home is a cape cod ranch. One room flows very much into another. First piece to finish in turning the mantel, inside front door and back door from black to navy. This is in process. The hallway off of the entryway will be next. It is brown and cream striped (which I love). I will be keeping the stripes, but they will be going navy and white. The kids bathroom will go from tan and red to some form of the white and navy. And then the kitchen, that will be another big project. Excited for the work to come, but taking a moment to love on the work I have already put in.
With so many celebratory events happening this time of year, gifting is at a high. And with gifting comes the thanking. Showing gratitude to someone for their thoughtfulness is the upmost importance.
My Great Aunt Peg was a stickler for a well written THANK YOU NOTE. There were rules to how it was to be written. There were also rules on the timing of sending the note. You must include a kind first greeting sentence. Then, follow with a thank you. Specifically, describe the gift and how you will use it. Then close with a thoughtful salutation. The timing of the note, the THANK YOU must be written and sent within one week of receiving the gift. She was very serious about that part, very.
Well, times have changed haven’t they? The art of the handwritten note is becoming extinct. I loved using the beautiful stationery. My Mom always had some sort of Crane note cards/paper in her office. I enjoyed using a great pen and writing in my notorious script handwriting.
To be honest, I haven’t written a thank you note on that pretty stationary in ages. My THANK YOUS have come in forms of texts, emails and even dms on social media. I think this is becoming more main stay. I am ok with it. I should be, as I am guilty of it myself. As long as a THANK YOU is said, in no matter the form that is what is important. My Aunt Peg would be in a total tizzy right now if she were reading this, I just know it. It is the thought and the gesture that matters, not the form it is sent in.
Celebrating life’s small things, the glimmers. SUNRISES and SUNSETS. In the summer these everyday occurrences become special events. Waking early, coffee in hand to catch the beauty before the day starts. Making a point to find the sunset, with friends, family and community. Grabbing a blanket to sit on, snacks and even a cocktail to toast the end of a lovely day. In the summer it becomes a place of coming together. You will start to realize these sweet, small and short celebrations will become something you cherish and look forward to. SUNRISES and SUNSETS will become some of your greatest core memories.
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ON THE BLOG taking this week off. Have been deep in painting our living room. I am LOVING this project but it is a big project! I will for sure be sharing the process and outcome of this project here and on my social. A new blog post will be coming your way as soon as this is complete!
LIVING COLORFULLY,
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Hanging onto the last days of spring but so looking forward to the summer season! Marked by Memorial Day-the unofficial start of summer. This weekend is THE weekend…all the summer fun kicks off and I am here for it all.
It has felt more like spring here in Columbus the last few weeks. Temps have been in the 60’s with more rain than sunshine. Which makes sense as the Memorial Tournament starts next week. It is well known that rain comes when the tournament starts. Local lore states that the Murfield Village Golf Club was built near Chief Leatherlips grave site. As a result, Leatherlips cursed the Memorial Tournament. The curse is said to be the cause of the rain during this PGA event every year.
I will take the tournament with the rain, love the vibe and feel that comes with the Memorial. Golf has been a part of my life since I was born. It is a family sport on both sides. I have been immersed in it. Being on the course, close to the pros there is nothing like it. Jack Nicklaus knows how to host an event!
Cheers, my friends to all things Memorial Day Weekend!
FOR THE LOVE OF SPORT, FITNESS AND HEALTH
Caparison is the thief of joy. #truth. This has been floating round my mind lately. It is so easy with social media to visually see what others are accomplishing by the minute. What we see is sometimes just the accomplishment, the end result. The highlight reel. The grind and story behind that may not be as visible.
This journey is yours. Your sport, your fitness, your health. It is yours and yours alone…celebrate your steps forward, backward and the in between. Use others journeys and accomplishments as inspiration. Inspiring each other is what it is all about-that is where connection resides.
I find that focusing on what you can do, what you are doing-on the positive shifts your mind frame. Instead of looking at others and wanting what they have, look inward. Create the life you want, keep your joy flowing!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
THE RACE 9.71k INAUGURAL EVENT!
Event: 9.71k The Race
Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville, Ohio 43081
Distance: 9.71k I 5K I 1 Mile
Start Time: 9 a.m.
The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will feature three events: 9.71k Run / Walk (6.03 miles), The Fan 5K Run / Walk (3.1 miles) and the Common Man Mile Walk.
97.1 The Fan hosts such as Mike “Common Man” Ricordati, Jonathan “T-Bone” Smith, Eric Rieser and Tyvis Powell will be at the event.
The 9.71k The Race will be held at Otterbein University, with Start and Finish near the Clements Center.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
RUN WILD 5K
Event: Run Wild 5K
Date: July 6, 2025
Location: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium , 4850 W. Powell Road, Columbus, Ohio 43065
Distance: 5K
Start Time: 8 a.m.
Run For A Reason:
Run Wild directly supports the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s most pressing needs, ensuring exceptional care for the animals who call our Zoo home and enhancing world-class experiences for our guests. From habitat improvements and veterinary care to education programs that inspire the next generation of conservationists, your contributions help sustain our mission every day.
Spectator Registration:
Spectator registration will be available for $25 per person. All event attendees must have either a Participant or Spectator ticket to enter Zoombezi Bay on Event Day. Race participation and spectator tickets include all day admission to Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo on Sunday, July 6. You will receive an email closer to race day with instructions on how to purchase Spectator tickets. Spectator tickets are limited to 2 per runner and will be available on a first come, first served basis.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR RUN WILD 5K
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION
MY FAVORITE THINGS
I LOVE this lip balm!!! Have used it for years. I have more than one open at all times. They are all over the house, in each hand bag, in jacket pockets, in my car console etc. Am I the only one?
Just found these on my last trip to Costco. OMG, these are so good!! Love the higher protein, low sugar and only 140 calories. I am a fan!!
IN THE KITCHEN
We always seem to have a few bananas go bad before we can eat them…today we had three. The “just right” amount to make BANANA BREAD! I always say I am going to make the bread but then never do. Today I did, along with Marin! Love having her home from college! The recipe I use is a “church lady” recipe from our church’s old cookbook. It was published around the time Marc and I were married. Church members submitted their favorite recipes. A book was created. It is tried and true. I don’t add walnuts, there is something about nuts in bread I just don’t like.
HOME AND GARDEN
One of my favorite home improvement projects is painting. I think by now I have painted every room in our home at least twice. It is a simple project. You can complete it in a short time which creates a large impact on a space. I am now working on our living room which hasn’t been updated in 13 years! This space has been very “den like”. Very Country French mixed with Ralph Lauren . Dark walls, dark reds, and accents of roosters and pops of blues and whites.
The current color is dated and the walls are in need of care. This space out of them all is the most used there for the most loved. As summer begins, I am ready to create a transformation. It will be light and bright. A more Cape Cod/East Coast feel. Whites, blues and maybe pops of lime green. A space that we can feel cozy and joyful in for the next few years.
Will be sharing more as this project continues here and on my social.
PLEASE AND THANK YOU
Take the time. Take the time to hold a door for someone. To put your grocery cart completely away. To look someone in the eye and say hello. To complement someone. To smile. To say PLEASE and THANK YOU. Take the time to think of others around you and how your actions of kindness can make someone’s day.
Take the time to make the space around you better than it was when you arrived. Un-rack your weights and clean the equipment you use in the gym. Think of the words you use before you use them. Put your phone down when with others-focus on the moment in front of you (this is not so easy these days, for me too)
Etiquette isn’t always about being prim and proper. It is kindness in simple forms.
CELEBRATING BRIGHTLY
Tis the GRAD PARTY season! One of my favorite seasons! Loved creating Marin’s high school Grad Party two years ago. We hosted the celebration in our backyard, it was perfect and just how we wanted to celebrate our girl.
Started the planning early in the year by booking the tent, tables, chairs and linens. We booked these items with a local event company in January. This ensured we had what we needed.
Our theme of course centered around her school colors (royal blue and white) we also incorporated tennis into it all. Under the blue tent were all of Marin’s photos, awards, mementos. We used a vintage tennis ball hopper for guests to place cards and gifts in.
One of my favorite decor items was the series of first day/last day pics. We have been taking these pics every year since Kindergarten. I created side by side pics of each year and printed yard signs on vista print. We then lined them from K-12 in the front yard. They lead all the way past the blue tent in the backyard. You can see them on the left side of the blue tent in the photo below.
We had the celebration catered by a wonderful local caterer…super helpful in all the ways! Cookies were created by one of our favorites bakes by lo…she always does a wonderful job! Our main goal was celebrating Ms. Marin, enjoying the day as hosts as well as spending time with our guests. I can honestly say, we accomplished all of those things! Two years later I look at these pics with so much happiness!
LIVING COLORFULLY
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Starting this week with a full and happy heart. This past weekend we moved Marin home from college and celebrated Mother’s Day. Having our house full once again was the best gift! Love when our family band is all together and under one roof for a bit. This stage of life with Marin and Tucker is my favorite. Watching them grow, thrive, and fly into their young adult lives has been exciting.
FOR THE LOVE OF SPORT, FITNESS AND HEALTH
Up with the sunrise. I am an early morning athlete. Getting up before the rest of the world wakes up when things are at peace is my jam. I run best, I workout best, I play tennis best in the mornings. I find it key to my consistency to get that movement in early. My brain doesn’t have a chance to think about what it’s doing. I just get up and go. Am I tired? Yep. Are there days I would rather stay in bed? Yep. This is a commitment to myself and that above anything or anyone is my why. I am worth losing sleep for. It sets my day up for success. That post workout endorphin buzz pushes my day forward with drive and intention. If you aren’t a morning human, I challenge you to try the early morning grind just once. See how you feel, that little positive kick might just flow into the rest of your day!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
FORE! MILER PRESENTED BY THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AND THE JAMES
May 22, 2025
Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43017
4 miles
7 p.m.
The FORE! Miler is a 4-mile road race open to runners and walkers. Finishing on the 18th green. It will kick off the 50th playing of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
This year’s Post-Race Party will again be held in the Golden Bear Club. Every runner and walker will receive one complimentary beverage at the party. Participants 21 and over are eligible for a select beer, wine, or signature mixed drink.
Practice Round Tickets
Each race participant receives one (1) complimentary ticket. This ticket is a Good Any Day Practice Round Ticket to the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. The complimentary digital ticket is valid for single-day use on Monday, May 26; Tuesday, May 27; or Wednesday, May 28. It will be emailed to you on Friday, May 23 at the same email address to which you registered for the FORE! Miler.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORE! MILER
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
THE RACE 9.71k INAUGURAL EVENT!
Event: 9.71k The Race
Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville, Ohio 43081
Distance: 9.71k I 5K I 1 Mile
Start Time: 9 a.m.
The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will feature three events: 9.71k Run / Walk (6.03 miles), The Fan 5K Run / Walk (3.1 miles) and the Common Man Mile Walk.
97.1 The Fan hosts such as Mike “Common Man” Ricordati, Jonathan “T-Bone” Smith, Eric Rieser and Tyvis Powell will be at the event.
The 9.71k The Race will be held at Otterbein University, with Start and Finish near the Clements Center.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
MY FAVORITE THINGS
WHITE BUTTON DOWN
A simple white button down is the essential piece to every women’s wardrobe. I have several. I honesty have not been wearing them enough lately and I plan to change that. Dressed up, dressed down it always looks crisp and put together. In this moment in my life I style my button downs casually. I little rolled sleeve and a pop of the collar, chefs kiss!
DIAMOND CELLAR SPARKLE AND SHINE STICK
A new fav of mine! For a quick way to have all of your sparkly things sparkle this SPARKLE AND SHINE STICK is amazing! It does the job and then some. I have multiple ways of cleaning my jewelry here at home but this by far is the easiest!
I don’t drink them often at all BUT when dining at FIGLIO I will order a COSMO. They make it just the way I like it. On Mother’s Day it along with my amazing pasta dinner was the perfect way to celebrate the day!
IN THE KITCHEN
With summer approaching, I have been thinking of two family favorite recipes. Marin was 2 when we first tried these. Marc and Marin used to watch Giada De Laurentiis on FoodNetwork. Even at 2 Marin was glued to this show. Giada had both these recipes on an episode and I went to find them online immediately. Made them for Picnic with the Pops that weekend…they are both perfect for summer picnics! Ever since these have been summer staples in our kitchen! THANK YOU GIADA!
Click below for recipes.
HOME AND GARDEN
Have been spending so much time in our back gardens this past week. Loved the sun on my skin and my toes in the dirt. We built our home 26 years ago, so I have come to know our backyard and how things grow well. We have a large tree next to our patio. It creates a lovely umbrella of shade over most of the yard.
The plants that I planned for this space have the shade in mind. In the past I have focused on annuals and herbs that love the shade. I love the color, texture, and vibe they bring. However, I can’t seem to keep them all alive through the entire summer. This year my focus is on perennials. These include bushes and plants that grow year after year. They don’t have to be repurchased and planted. Thinking long term for this yard and creating new gardens that will will develop in phases over the next year. I want the the lush, east coast look and what I have designed and planned will eventually be just that.
PLEASE AND THANK YOU
Starting out simple: something most of us do but I would be remiss if I didn’t start here. When dining or eating casually…place the napkin on your lap. If you are in a more formal/semi formal situation you will probably have a linen napkin to your left. It may also be rolled with utensils inside. Right after you sit down place the napkin on your lap.
When in a very casual situation using paper napkins, yep you guessed it the napkin goes on your lap. Aunt Peg trained me well. Even when I eat fast food, the tiny paper napkin will be in my lap. It feels unnatural not to have it there.
CELEBRATING BRIGHTLY
Making the small things big memory making events is something I absolutely love to do! King Charles Coronation was one small thing I made into a sweet memory. I am from deep British decent. My Mom would tell me stories of my Great Grandparents toasting the King every evening before dinner. Once he passed, and Elizabeth rose to the throne, they changed to toasting the Queen. My love for all things Brit and Royal comes to me honestly. The Coronation of King Charles was historic and I planned with every detail to celebrate it. Creating the celebration was quite simple. I pulled china, crystal, linens and sterling from our family collection. Printed out a celebration bunting from Pinterest and used ribbon I already had to put it together. Pastries came from one of our local shops. I hung the Union Jack alongside the Stars and Stripes and TADA I had a small, little Coronation party! It doesn’t take a lot to make a big impact and memories that last forever.
LIVING COLORFULLY
TORRE🩷
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Well, well, welcome May! Finally we are here, finally we are closer to summer than winter. My heart and truly soul was patiently waiting. Waiting for nature to go from brown to green, for the air to feel warm and the sun to shine more than it didn’t. We have for sure been graced with lots of rainy days, like lots. We are waterlogged here in Columbus. After last summers drought I certainly do not want to dwell on days that are rainy.
Lots of busy this month-proms, graduations, college move-outs, end of school year stuff. In all the wonderful busy take time to look around and soak in the moments you can…it all moves so fast.
My mind has been simmering on so much recently. I have truly only touched upon the story of a female athlete with a little of the rest of life sprinkled in.
MORE THAN SPORT has been ringing deep. So much of my life, like years and years, has truly been spent immersed in LIFESTYLE. My athlete self has been, has gone and has risen again. It is one of my true loves but it is a piece of all my loves and passions.
With this thought, I am widening my vision for torrechadwick. I am keeping my love of sport but also including my passion for LIFESTYLE. I want to expand on the idea of sport/being an athlete to everyday fitness and health. Adding in home, garden, fashion, etiquette, entertaining-LIFESTYLE. Living life colorfully, boldly and brightly.
I will continue my female athlete coaching/mentoring and WALK AND TALKS as a piece of this brand. You can find those details clicking this link.
The new vision of ON THE BLOG is in this post. I am excited to jump into this new, fresh space. I hope you are too!
FOR THE LOVE OF SPORT, FITNESS AND HEALTH
Recovery. Recovery is not my strong suit. I have never been super patient with my body or time post race. In talking with my most amazing Personal Trainer Chistan, I need to be. I need to put great focus and intention into my recovery. As we age, the more we push the more and longer we need to recover. Post CAP CITY HALF this has been my goal.
With the many tools I have at home I spent the last week healing over worked muscles. Foam rolling, massage gun, stretching and above all resting! Except for a tennis lesson I kept my body quiet.
This week feels good, my body is ready to go back to my regular training. We are now in running off season so my miles will be short,fun, and more maintenance than anything. Having a break from training heals the body but for me also gives my mind a moment. Taking the intensity down and giving my athlete brain a chance to recover is super important for my mental health.
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
FORE! MILER PRESENTED BY THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AND THE JAMES
May 22, 2025
Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43017
4 miles
7 p.m.
The FORE! Miler is a 4-mile road race open to runners and walkers. Finishing on the 18th green. It will kick off the 50th playing of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
This year’s Post-Race Party will again be held in the Golden Bear Club. Every runner and walker will receive one complimentary beverage at the party. Participants 21 and over are eligible for a select beer, wine, or signature mixed drink.
Practice Round Tickets
Each race participant receives one (1) complimentary ticket. This ticket is a Good Any Day Practice Round Ticket to the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. The complimentary digital ticket is valid for single-day use on Monday, May 26; Tuesday, May 27; or Wednesday, May 28. It will be emailed to you on Friday, May 23 at the same email address to which you registered for the FORE! Miler.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORE! MILER
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
THE RACE 9.71k INAUGURAL EVENT!
Event: 9.71k The Race
Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville, Ohio 43081
Distance: 9.71k I 5K I 1 Mile
Start Time: 9 a.m.
The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will feature three events: 9.71k Run / Walk (6.03 miles), The Fan 5K Run / Walk (3.1 miles) and the Common Man Mile Walk.
97.1 The Fan hosts such as Mike “Common Man” Ricordati, Jonathan “T-Bone” Smith, Eric Rieser and Tyvis Powell will be at the event.
The 9.71k The Race will be held at Otterbein University, with Start and Finish near the Clements Center.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
MY FAVORITE THINGS
Another level up from ALL THE GEAR! I can’t wait to share more than my favorite running/tennis/athlete items here. This opens it up to seriously all the things and your favorite things too!
IN THE KITCHEN
I am constantly a work in progress in the kitchen. I am a good cook and I enjoy cooking and all things in the kitchen once I start. I truly just do not enjoy the process that gets us to the point of cooking. Meal planning, grocery shopping, the putting away of all the groceries. Ahhhh…it is all a lot too much for me. Marc truly does the majority of this for our family. When the kiddos were little I did do some real cooking from recipes etc…my goal in the time ahead is to get back into some of that. Finding my love for the kitchen again. As I venture into this space, I will share my favorite recipes here. Some are tried and true, dishes Mari and Tuck ask for today. I want to branch out and try new meals. I am eager to explore new treats and snacks. I also want to try your tried and true recipes. With healthy living in mind, I am excited to jump in and find the joy of my kitchen!
HOME AND GARDEN
Have loved interior design since childhood. My room growing up was always visually pleasing and organized. That has continued through my adult life and our home. I have a creative eye, making our house a home over the years has been a joy. I will admit to changing entire rooms around on a whim. Apparently, my Grandmother (my Mom’s Mom) used to do that quite a bit. My Mom always said we were so much alike and would have been as thick as thieves. My Grandmother passed away before I was born.
Gardening and my enjoyment of it came once Marc and I got married and built our house. My Mom was always in our gardens when we were young. She asked my sister and me to join and help her. It was never an interest to us…I remember trips to Lowes and to garden nurseries with her. Those trips were so painful. I could not have been more bored. Many times she would tell me, just wait. Wait until you have your own home, you will then love coming to these spots. OMG was she right!
I am a doer-I will move furniture on my own, paint walls, edge gardens, power wash the house etc. I will do before hiring out. I may not “do” it in “just the right’ way but it’s my way, and it works.
PLEASE AND THANK YOU
I have a vivid memory. I remember sitting at my Mom’s large round dining room table with my Great Aunt Peg. I must have been around 8 years old at the time. Aunt Peg was the quintessential hostess. She was considered “old money” and held onto the thinking that children should be seen and not heard. She spent what I felt were hours around that table with me teaching etiquette essentials. She also taught me etiquette pieces that not many know. I absorbed everything she said. To this day, I find it to be one of the most important lessons I have experienced.
Etiquette, knowing it and practicing it is important. It not only shows self respect but respect and care to the world around us. It can come off rigid and puffed up but ultimately at it’s core is a sign of kindness.
What I know and what I will share is “old school” etiquette. I know much has been updated to flow with where we are in today’s society. I will research and update myself as this piece of the blog develops. For right now, I will share Aunt Peg’s lessons, as she was my etiquette OG.
CELEBRATING BRIGHTLY
This is my happy space! Celebrating all the things! BIG and small…my goodness life itself is a celebration! Events, planning them, creating them, attending them etc have been my jam for a large part of my life. Entertaining and creating memories with humans that hit your heart is bucket filling. Part of events and entertaining is giving those on the receiving end of the experience all the feels. Elevating the celebration with extra personal touches is chefs kiss. It can be easy, inexpensive and simple. Truly it is the thought and effort that counts.
LIVING COLORFULLY
TORRE🩷
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Still soaking in all that was CAP CITY HALF this week. Seriously, what a morning!! There was just something special and magical about the entire event this year…I think this was my 12th CAP CITY and this one will sit in my heart as the best yet. I didn’t PR but came in two minutes faster than last year. Which I will totally take! I knew a PR was not my goal for this race. So, I mixed up my race plan. I tried running straight for the first 3 miles. Then switching to my normal 3 minute run/1 minute walk interval. The straight run was great, I felt strong and honestly confident. Switching to intervals when I did was just right. My legs did become tired during the back 6 miles. The wind was crazy at times. It made storming up hills a challenge. The last few miles I walked a bit more, off my interval plan…I don’t regret it at all. I hit the finish faster than last year so yep, I will take it. I am glad I tried the straight run. I was curious how my body would handle that. I think for longer distance, I am an interval girl, and will keep to that plan for my next half. I stuck to my mantra of I GET TO…when the pain cave hit, I looked down at my arm, I GET TO. I seriously get to do this, my body is giving me this gift. One foot in front of the other.
HALF #14 COMPLETE.
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
PRE RACE FUELING
My go to pre race snack is a bagel and a banana. I am usually not super hungry first thing in the morning. However, I know my body needs some carbs before I ask it to do all the miles I am planning. It’s super simple. I don’t even toast the bagel. Sometimes I add peanut butter to it. Most of the time, I eat it plain.
PRE RACE SIPS
Pre race sips are layered for me. I drink 8oz of water right when I get up in the morning. Kicks off hydration after 8ish hours of sleep. I then grab a 12oz cup of coffee-that caffeine is a great kick start to what I have ahead.
ADULT BEVIES
As I have written about before-nothing hits better after a race than a mimosa from Cameron Mitchell Events in VIP. I seem to crave sweets post run. A splash of orange juice with a whole lot of bubbles is chef’s kiss! Cheers to 13.1!
MORE THAN MY SPORT
I said this before. The connections made through sport are special. Sometimes they hit the heart more than the sport itself. That was my CAP CITY HALF, more than the 13.1, more than my feet pounding the pavement. It was the hugs, smiles, conversations, high fives and lots of laughter. That was the true magic of the day. It was seeing friends on the side of the course cheering-friends/family I didn’t expect to see…I stopped and hugged everyone of them. It was seeing my run fam on the course, all of us cheering for each other-pure love and joy. These moments, these humans are a huge part of my why, part of the I GET TO. They keep me coming back for more, their support and friendship will be ever lasting.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
- Diane Crump: Became the first female jockey to ride in the Kentucky Derby in 1970, finishing 15th with her mount, Fathom.
- Patty Berg: Won her sixth LPGA Western Golf Open in 1957.
- Dee Kantner and Violet Palmer: The NBA’s first two female referees, hired in 1997.
- Candace Parker: Became the first girl to win the McDonald’s All-American High School Dunk Contest on March 30, 2004.
ALL THE GEAR
EAR BUDS
I have gone through so many versions of wireless ear buds over the years. Seriously, so many versions!! I really love the open ear version. My favorite has been SHOKZ– my last version, the head band version after years of use broke. I wanted the new non head band design but didn’t want to pay the larger price for them…totally have realized I am hard on them. Spending less on these is super wise for how much I go through them. I finally found a TRAUSI pair on AMAZON. They are light and have good sound. At the time, they were on major sale, like major sale! I paid $35 for an over $200 pair!! WIN WIN WIN!
CAP CITY VIP JACKET
Not gonna lie, each year I look forward to the CAP CITY VIP JACKET! I am a collector of said jacket, year after year…I anticipate the revealing of the design! I wear it on race day, and the day after and maybe even the day after that! You know I love a good gear piece and this one is always a special addition to my closet!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
FORE! MILER PRESENTED BY THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AND THE JAMES
May 22, 2025
Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43017
4 miles
7 p.m.
The FORE! Miler is a 4-mile road race open to runners and walkers that will kick off the 50th playing of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation.
The event features a 4-mile tour of Dublin, Ohio, with a finish on the 18th green of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
This year’s Post-Race Party will again be held in the Golden Bear Club. Every runner and walker will receive one complimentary beverage at the party, participants 21 and over are eligible to a select beer, wine or signature mixed drink.
Practice Round Tickets
Each race participant receives one (1) complimentary Good Any Day Practice Round Ticket to the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. The complimentary digital ticket is valid for single-day use Monday, May 26; Tuesday, May 27; or Wednesday, May 28 will be emailed to you on Friday, May 23 at the same email address to which you registered for the FORE! Miler.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORE! MILER
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
THE RACE 9.71k INAUGURAL EVENT!
Event: 9.71k The Race
Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville, Ohio 43081
Distance: 9.71k I 5K I 1 Mile
Start Time: 9 a.m.
The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will feature three events: 9.71k Run / Walk (6.03 miles), The Fan 5K Run / Walk (3.1 miles) and the Common Man Mile Walk.
97.1 The Fan hosts such as Mike “Common Man” Ricordati, Jonathan “T-Bone” Smith, Eric Rieser and Tyvis Powell will be at the event participate in the events.
The 9.71k The Race will be held at Otterbein University, with Start and Finish near the Clements Center.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 FOR 10% OFF YOUR REGISTRATION!
COACHES CORNER
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
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It’s RACE WEEK! Eeeek!! Bring it on Cap City Half! This training cycle has been cold, snowy, icy, windy, rainy, sunny and above all joyful! I GET to do this and on the days that were not ideal, that mantra rang deep in my heart. I dealt with bursitis and tendinitis in my right knee. A first for me. I adjusted my training to rest and heal. Which to be honest was not easy in the beginning -as a self proclaimed overachiever. As I adjusted and leaned into my new norm to heal, I relaxed. I believed in myself. I trusted my training and in the strength of what I have built. I grew to understand how this injury was not a set back but a turning point. I learned that showing myself grace was key to my joy during this training cycle. My body was still giving me what I needed. I could still run. I just had to make a few adjustments and recover better and longer. Here we are race week, one of my most favorite weeks of the year. Toeing that START LINE on Saturday will be a gift. One I never take it for granted. I GET to do this!
RACE DAY CHECK LIST-WHAT I PACK IN MY GEAR CHECK BAG
Oofos for post race recovery
Body Glide
Aquafor
Goodrs
Earbuds
Burts Bees Chapstick
Pair of Sweats
VIP Jacket-usually wear that pre race, take it off before I head to the start line
Hand Held Water Bottle for race-filled with water/Liquid IV, also stocked with race day fuel
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
CHARCUTERIE SNACK PLATE
I love snacking this way. Super simple green grapes, thin pretzels (I love these) and a handful of almonds. If I weren’t lactose intolerant I would totally add cheese cubes to this mix. You can also add salami or pepperoni etc.
COFFEE CONNECTIONS COFFEE BEANS
Marc brought home some of our favorite local roasted coffee beans this week. COFFEE CONNECTIONS HILLIARD does it right, and creates amazing roasted beans. Love being capable of grinding and brewing COFFEE CONNECTIONS at home!
MORE THAN MY SPORT
Celebrating EARTH DAY as I write this. Starting to plan our gardens for the season…one thing I absolutely love doing. There is something really wonderful about the entire experience of being in the garden. About being grounded in the outdoor space that surrounds me. My bare feet in the dirt, the smell of sweet flowers and fresh cut grass. I am grateful for all of earth’s gifts. Simple and easily taken for granted, especially through harsh winter months. This is my happy time of year. It’s a time of rebirth when everything awakens. Browns turn into colors that resemble a Monet painting. I truly love being in my gardens, there is something so healing and peaceful within it all. HAPPY EARTH DAY this week-soak in everything our planet has to offer.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
- U.S. Women’s Hockey:The United States defeated Canada in overtime to win the 2025 IIHF World Championship, marking their 10th gold medal in the event.
- Boston Marathon (1980):Rosie Ruiz was disqualified after winning the women’s division, as it was later discovered she did not actually run the race.
- Track & Field:Tamara Dorval of American University set a new school record in track, earning her the Gregorio’s Trattoria Student-Athlete of the Week award.
- NCAA Gymnastics:Oklahoma won the 2025 NCAA Gymnastics Championship title, defeating teams like Utah, UCLA, and Missouri.
ALL THE GEAR
I of course found this sweet bracelet on my social feeds. I had been looking for something I could wear jewelry wise that would symbolize my love for tennis. This was the perfect piece! Tennis racket strings made into a bracelet! I can wear it when I am on the courts, running or in the gym. It is simple and has understated meaning. STRINGLET come in two sizes-I ordered the kid sized (my wrists are tiny, anyone surprised by that?) They also come in a bunch of bright and happy colors! I picked the white, so I can wear it with everything. I will for sure be ordering more! Tennis parents, these would be a great team gift!!
RACE DAY BAG
LOVE this sling bag from SHIRALEAH! It is the perfect size to carry all my race day items. I never want to carry a large tote or backpack-I seriously don’t take that much to fill a large bag. Plus, there will be so many bags in gear check. Consider the gear check space. Think about the other racers and the volunteers who have to organize them all. A small to medium bag is best. I LOVE all the pockets this sling has!! This is one thing I seem to look for in all bags I buy. I also LOVE this bright green color, it comes in a bunch of color choices! With all the bags in gear check, they are marked with bib numbers, etc. A bag that is different than the rest stands out. Its bright color helps the volunteers find my bag quickly. They don’t even need to check for the bib number.
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
OHIO HEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF AND QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K
THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER!
APRIL 26, 2025 8:00am
All races begin and end on S. High Street adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CAP CITY
FORE! MILER PRESENTED BY
THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AND THE JAMES
May 22, 2025
Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43017
4 miles
7 p.m.
The FORE! Miler is a 4-mile road race open to runners and walkers that will kick off the 50th playing of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation.
The event features a 4-mile tour of Dublin, Ohio, with a finish on the 18th green of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
This year’s Post-Race Party will again be held in the Golden Bear Club. Every runner and walker will receive one complimentary beverage at the party, participants 21 and over are eligible to a select beer, wine or signature mixed drink.
Practice Round Tickets
Each race participant receives one (1) complimentary Good Any Day Practice Round Ticket to the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. The complimentary digital ticket is valid for single-day use Monday, May 26; Tuesday, May 27; or Wednesday, May 28 will be emailed to you on Friday, May 23 at the same email address to which you registered for the FORE! Miler.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORE! MILER
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% off your registration!
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
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What a weekend for celebrating the gift of sport! Watched a lot of college tennis. Ran the OSU 4 Miler and held high our National Champion Buckeyes. And of course, celebrated Rory’s Masters win. Within each of these experiences, there are stories of resilience. Stories of never giving up, no matter the chatter. There are stories of performing with heart, of being in total awe of doing what is loved. Stories of great fight with everything to make dreams reality. Ahhhh this weekend was filled with it all!
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
COTTAGE CHEESE AND STRAWBERRIES
Super simple and protein packed. Love cottage cheese with strawberries as a quick snack. I am lactose intolerant and have missed cottage cheese so much! Have searched for a non dairy option, that actually tastes like the real thing. Finally found it! Surprisingly, it is not a fancy brand. It is simple and pretty accessible at GIANT EAGLE where we shop-LACTAID Cottage Cheese!
ICED LATTE
Now that Spring is here I am gravitating towards iced latte’s. My go to is always the VANILLIA LATTE with ALMOND MILK. COFFEE CONNECTIONS HILLIARD makes an amazing iced latte and is my absolute fav coffee shop to pop in to.
ADULT BEVIES
POST RACE MIMOSA
There is truly something just right about a post race mimosa! CAMERON MITCHELL PREMIER EVENTS knows how to make them-lots of bubbles and a splash of orange juice. Chefs kiss!
MORE THAN MY SPORT
Thinking deeply about friendship/sisterhood these days. As athletes we are more than opponents, teammates etc. Through sport, we develop bonds that others may not understand. The journey we experience is something we get from athlete to athlete. It is a commonality that the outside world doesn’t have the gift of experiencing.
The bonds we create over the miles, during practices, wins, defeats are unlike any other. Hold tight to those relationships-they are special. These connections will last through it all, they are important and hold more than memories. They hold part of your story and this sisterhood will understand how sweet and sacred that is.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
On April 14, 2018, NPR reported on Abdul-Qaadir, a Muslim basketball player who holds the state record for the highest all-time high school scorer for men and women. She played for the University of Memphis and was the first Muslim woman in a headscarf to play NCAA Division I.
The week of April 14th also sees the 39th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day, hosted by the Women’s Sports Foundation. The day is a celebration of women’s sports and the impact they have on society.
ALL THE GEAR
These are my favs! The absolute best in recovery for your feet! Whatever sport you play, these are your answer to happiness post activity! I own multiple pairs. The slides are my favorite as I can wear barefooted or with socks. FLEET FEET COLUMBUS carries OOFOS in many different styles and colors.
An essential part of my running routine, especially when wearing skirts. This BODY GLIDE is amazing and is the anti chafe answer! Use it anywhere you chafe and you will not be sorry.
COACHES CORNER
I LOVE THIS:
Mirror Mirror on the wall,
I’ll always get up after I fall.
And whether I run, walk or have to crawl,
I’ll set my goals and achieve them all!
Take this with you for the rest of the week and go crush your goals!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
OHIO HEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF AND QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K
APRIL 26, 2025 8:00am
All races begin and end on S. High Street adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CAP CITY
FORE! MILER PRESENTED BY THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AND THE JAMES
May 22, 2025
Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43017
4 miles
7 p.m.
The FORE! Miler is a 4-mile road race open to runners and walkers that will kick off the 50th playing of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation.
The event features a 4-mile tour of Dublin, Ohio, with a finish on the 18th green of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
This year’s Post-Race Party will again be held in the Golden Bear Club. Every runner and walker will receive one complimentary beverage at the party, participants 21 and over are eligible to a select beer, wine or signature mixed drink.
Practice Round Tickets
Each race participant receives one (1) complimentary Good Any Day Practice Round Ticket to the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. The complimentary digital ticket is valid for single-day use Monday, May 26; Tuesday, May 27; or Wednesday, May 28 will be emailed to you on Friday, May 23 at the same email address to which you registered for the FORE! Miler.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORE! MILER
USE CODE:TORREM3S10 FOR 10% off your registration!
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
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Well, Mother Nature has been busy here in Columbus this week! All the rain has fallen, everything is so green and blooming because of it-which is amazing BUT…wow has the wet weather thrown spring sports for loop here! Our MIT long run on Saturday was water logged, to say the least. We ran the trail that is parallel to the Olentangy River. Within hours, parts of the trail we ran out on were totally flooded! Made our run back to our launch location a great adventure! Lots of rescheduling, canceling and logistics managing for all middle school high school and college spring sports too…ahhhh! Hoping we get a bit of reprieve this week from all the rain…a little sunshine would be amazing!
My white shoes were of course totally muddy after the wet run on Saturday…found a little cleaning trick on IG and thought I try it.
IN A BOWL MIX:
toothpaste
baking soda
warm waterI used a toothbrush to scrub it into the shoe. Let it rest and then rinse.
I did it a few times. Not like new but much cleaner than after our run on Saturday!!
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
STRAWBERRY YOGURT CLUSTERS
These have been a fav of mine for months! Super easy to make and super yummy to eat!
Mix in a Bowl
1 Container of Fresh Strawberries sliced
Half of a large Container of Plain Yogurt-I use Dairy-Free Yogurt
On a cookie sheet place spoon full clusters of the Strawberry/Yogurt Mix until sheet is full. Place in freezer for at least 30 minutes. While the clusters are in the freezer, melt a small bag of DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS in a bowl. Use the microwave and heat until they are all melted.
Pull the clusters out of the freezer and drizzle the melted DARK CHOCOLATE over top of each cluster. Put them back in the freezer for another 30 minutes.
Once solid, I put them in freezer storage bags and store them in our freezer. Super easy to grab for a quick snack.
LEMON GINGER SHOTS
My Personal Trainer clued me in on this and I am so glad he did. Great anti-inflammatory trick. There are several ways I have tried this little concoction and each way has worked for me.
- Frozen Shots popped into a tall glass of water
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice in ice trays. Add grated ginger and turmeric. Let freeze. Pop one cube a day into a morning glass of water
- Liquid Shot
- In a small pitcher, squeeze a lemons, add grated ginger and turmeric and place in the fridge. I found that making a large amount at once was the most efficient way to go about this.
- Once a day I drink this shot straight, usually about a 1/2 a cup-ish in a small glass.
MORE THAN MY SPORT
Ever wondered what it would be like to try a sport or other activity that you have never tried before? Pushing you outside of that comfort zone of your happy place for just a bit. Tennis has been in my life since I was 7. I immersed myself in all aspects of the game, it was such a deep part of me. LATER, like much LATER the running bug hit which totally threw me for a loop. It changed and challenged me in way tennis never had. It opened up my world and brought a new piece to my heart. Tennis never left and truly my passion for the sport has grown with time. Stay open and stay willing. Say yes to trying new things. You never know how new experiences and opportunities will enhance you and the sport that is your true love.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
This week in women’s sports history, April 7,2025 , marks the anniversary of the 1999 Women’s World Cup final where the US Women’s National Team won against China, a game that helped propel women’s soccer to new heights.
Here’s a deeper look at that historic event and other notable moments in women’s sports history this week:
- 1999 Women’s World Cup Final:On July 10, 1999, the US Women’s National Team, led by players like Kristine Lilly and Briana Scurry, won the Women’s World Cup against China, a victory that took place in front of 90,000 fans in Pasadena, California.
- The Rise of Women’s Soccer:This victory, and the team’s overall performance in the tournament, helped catapult women’s soccer to a new level of popularity and recognition.
- The USWNT’s Legacy:The US Women’s National Team’s success in the 1999 World Cup, and their subsequent achievements, have inspired generations of young female athletes and continue to be a source of pride for many.
- Other Notable Events:This week also saw other important events in women’s sports history, including the Battle of the Sexes tennis match in 1973, where Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs,and the rise of women’s basketball.
- Continued Progress:The ongoing growth and popularity of women’s sports, including the NWSL, WNBA,and NCAA women’s basketball, demonstrate the continued progress and impact of women in sports.
ALL THE GEAR
WATER BOTTLE
Essential gear for any athlete, right? How many of these have you been through in the last few years? I have had a few favs but replace them every so often. I have owned a few different HYDROFLASKS and now have the bright pink LULULEMON bottle. I am one that dislikes bottles with straws, so always looking for other options. I love this bottle I currently have. It has dents now from dropping it a few times. Oh well, that is expected, I think it happens to pretty much all metal water bottles. Do you have a favorite brand? I am always on the search!
TENNIS BAG
I have owned the same brand of tennis gear since high school-in different variations. Just this past fall, I felt it was time to try new brands and styles. I had important specs for a new tennis bag. As I was searching, I went down the tennis bag rabbit hole. I watched all the videos on each brand and version. Want to know about tennis bags, I’ve got you. I landed on this YONEX bag that checked all the boxes. There are more pockets than I could ask for. It has a shoe tunnel and holds 12 rackets (I think, right now I have 5 stored). It also has a backpack carry option and the color is perfect. Totally perfect!
COACHES CORNER
One thing I know for sure your gut is never wrong. Follow your intuition, know your gut and heart will lead you just where you need to go. Lead your life with intention and trust yourself. You will be happy that you did.
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
OSU 4 MILER
April 13, 2025 10:00am
Ohio Stadium
The 2025 Ohio State 4 Miler will be held on Sunday, April 13 when an expected 12,000 runners and walkers will Celebrate Football & Fitness and “Finish On The 50” inside Ohio Stadium.
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE OSU 4 MILER
OHIO HEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF AND QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K
APRIL 26, 2025 8:00am
All races begin and end on S. High Street adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CAP CITY
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
- Frozen Shots popped into a tall glass of water
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Feeling spring this week! Ahhh…flowers blooming, sun is shining and the color green is popping up everywhere! This winter has felt long, cold and heavy. This past Saturday’s long run felt amazing in a tank and skirt…had a little more pep in my step for sure! I know, here in Columbus this is called “fake spring” as there is a bit more of winter still lingering. I will take what Mother Nature gifts us and will be grateful for the colorful, warmish, sunshiny days.
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
ENERGY BITES
A family fav! This recipe came directly from PREMIER AT SAWMILL ATHLETIC CLUB’S kitchen. This was our club that was a staple in Columbus for 40 years. It closed shortly after life started to reopen after COVID. Before the closure, I stopped by the bistro to grab some bites. I ended up leaving with my energy bites and the club’s recipe for them.
PREMIER AT SAWMILL’S NO-BAKE ENERGY BITES
good for 7-10 days
1 cup of Old Fashion Oats
1/2 cup of peanut butter
1/2 cup of ground flaxseed
1/2 cup of chocolate chips
1/3 cup honey
1 Tbsp. of chia seeds
2/3 cup of toasted coconut
1 tsp. of vanilla extract
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Roll into 1 inch balls. Place in container, store in refrigerator.
WATER with LIQUID IV AND CREATINE
This is an every morning sip for me. After coffee, during a workout. Not my first water of the day but my first big intake. 32 oz water, 1 pk of LIQUID IV and 1 scoop of 1ST PHORM CREATINE. This is a great hydration kick start for the day. My goal is usually 80-100oz of water a day, depending on my movement. I track my hydration on my Garmin watch. It calculates how much hydration I need. It does this based on the data it takes in during my workouts, runs, or tennis sessions.
ADULT BEVIES
BUBBLES ROSE FRUITED ALE BY RHINEGEIST
Love this Cincy,Ohio based brand! This bev is sweet, fruity, bubbly and super refreshing! Love one of these after a day in the garden or post run in the sun! Perfect patio sitting ale!
MORE THAN MY SPORT
Labels. We all have done it-put a label on it, on someone, on yourself. One label we wear is ATHLETE. It is a big one, a very visible one. Growing up, verbiage around me and used towards me LABELED me. It created an identity within that wasn’t me. As I grew, I carried those LABELS-they became heavy. Heavy because they weren’t me, they were what the outside saw as me. In my adult life I have worked hard to shed the LABELS and narratives that didn’t suit me. I have created new LABELS, my own LABELS that are me at my core. I have learned that any LABEL of any kind does not define me. I can delete or add to them as I wish. I am more than JUST a label, I am layers. Look past the LABELS and dive into the layers-we are all more than ATHLETES. We are humans with gifts that go much deeper than that one LABEL. Start discovering all the layers within, stay open and curious with yourself and others.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
- 1967: Kathrine Switzer Runs Boston Marathon:Kathrine Switzer made history by becoming the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, challenging the prevailing belief that women were not fit for long-distance running.
- 1972: Title IX of the Education Act:The passage of Title IX of the Education Act was a landmark achievement for women in sports, ensuring equal opportunities for women in athletics.
- 1973: Billie Jean King and the Women’s Tennis Association:Billie Jean King founded the Women’s Tennis Association, leading the way to equal prize money in tennis.
- 1924: International Women’s Sports Federation:The formation of the International Women’s Sports Federation led to more competitions being held for women.
ALL THE GEAR
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE collecting gear at events and experiences. Our spring break trip watching Wittenberg Tennis play lead us to the USTA NATIONAL CAMPUS. In my mind, tennis heaven. I was completely smitten! The merch shop was well stocked and the staff were amazing!! Had a blast shopping and came home with some great goodies!
This is essential in my world. I seriously wear my watch almost 24/7-only taking it off to charge and for showers. I never pegged myself as a smart watch human. Finding my athlete self again years ago was transformative. The watch, in its many versions I have owned, has become a large component of my everyday living.
I currently own the Venu 2S, have owned the Venu Square too. Love the look and feel of the 2S , and the price was right for me. There are some data points I wish it had. Other versions have more data options. All in all, I really love my Garmin, will continue to invest in these smartwatches!
If you are at all an athlete that runs/walks outside during dark hours a NOXGEAR vest is a MUST! I can’t count the times I am driving and can barely see a runner/walker in the dark. Safety first my friends! These vests are affordable. They come in many colors you can click through, each one has the options to blink, or stay static. They are super light to wear and are easy to put on and take off. A big plus for me is that NOXGEAR is based right here in Columbus, Ohio!! Home grown! I love my vest and know when I am running at dark-o’clock that I am visible!
COACHES CORNER
I love this from WORD PORN:
When you connect with people who are good for you, you feel it. This is a BIG deal. Don’t forget to acknowledge how great it is to be around someone who lights you up. Tell them, even if you feel a little weird. Your people love your weirdness.
CONNECTION-one of my words for the year. Connection is everything and will get you everywhere. When you are around just the right humans-who lift you and light you that is where the magic happens!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
OSU 4 MILER
April 13, 2025 10:00am
Ohio Stadium
The 2025 Ohio State 4 Miler will be held on Sunday, April 13 when an expected 12,000 runners and walkers will Celebrate Football & Fitness and “Finish On The 50” inside Ohio Stadium.
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE OSU 4 MILER
OHIO HEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF AND QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K
APRIL 26, 2025 8:00am
All races begin and end on S. High Street adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CAP CITY
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
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on the blog
WELCOME TO TORRECHADWICK ON THE BLOG!
I think this maybe my third or forth go at this blog. Past variations of this space have not felt authentically me. I seem to write and then stop writing as I haven’t felt comfortable in the writing of it. Simmering on this has given me the opportunity to develop something I feel is a quick, fun and inspiring read.
Full of my favorite things, I am ready to bring life to this part of my brand.
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
As an athlete fueling my body is key to my performance and recovery, and truly to my everyday living. Each week, I will bring you a little slice of some of my go-to fuels. I will also step outside of my comfort zone to try new snacks and sips. Giving you my thoughts on them as I taste test.
My go to quick bite the last few weeks has been the BUILT PUFF PROTEIN BARS. It is like eating a chocolate marshmallow bar. It totally curbs my sweet tooth. It also gives me a great serving of protein! WIN, WIN!
I always start my day with a small mug of coffee, oat creamer and a scoop of 1stPhorm Collagen powder. Loving the SALTED CARAMEL flavor-it blends so well with the CARAMEL MACCHIATO oat creamer I use.
ADULT BEVIES
Yes, I am an athlete…but let’s be realistic. I am over 21 and I like to partake in adult bevies from time to time. I have never been one to over serve myself: 1. I don’t like being out of control/not remembering the evening before 2. I don’t like throwing up and hangovers suck.
I have always kept a bottle of bubbles in our fridge. You never know when something will need to be celebrated. Bubbles have been what I have been leaning towards recently…champs in one of our WATERFORD flutes. It is an experience, why not elevate cocktail hour, right? In my office mini fridge are the small bottles of bubbles-I love that choice, as it is just enough.
MORE THAN MY SPORT
This. Your sport is what you do. It can totally be a big part of who you are. However, it is certainly not all that you are. We, as female athletes have so many sides to ourselves and bringing this into the conversation is crazy important.
I love everything about sports-playing, watching, talking about it…I bet you didn’t know that I also LOVE live theater as much as I LOVE sports. There was a time in my life I would shuffle in between court time and stage time. I have a large passion for the performing arts…it truly is a deep part of who I am. A part of me I really wasn’t showing on social until recently. The cool thing is, we as athletes (as humans, really) never have to be defined by one thing.
We get to be all the things!!!
We are all like onions, we have layers!
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
I was blessed with the opportunity to see women’s tennis legend Billie Jean King speak years ago. There were so many things she said that I took with me-one in particular focused on history. She emphasized how important it is to know your history. Know all about your sport, how it started and its journey. Knowing the back story gives you a strong base to move forward within it.
- Pat Summitt’s Record-Breaking Victory:On March 24, 2012, Pat Summitt, the legendary coach of the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team, achieved a historic milestone by reaching her 1,098th career victory in the NCAA Sweet 16 against Kansas, becoming the winningest coach in NCAA basketball history.
ALL THE GEAR
I am a girl who loves her gear! Head to toe. Clothing, accessories etc. If I am out there working hard at my sport, I am going to look the part. I will celebrate my accomplishments and support the teams I love all with gear. You will notice it before I even talk about it. Sharing my favs, your favs and fresh new items…I am about it all!
Brooks Women’s Adrenaline GTS 24 “Hyper Glow” (636 – Pink/Nectarine/Orange)
I have been a Brooks Adrenaline girl for years…need a good stability shoe and this model I have clicked with. Each new pair I am never picky on color-it is the fit that is most important. This time though, this time I got the fun color and they GLOW IN THE DARK!! Run now to FLEET FEET COLUMBUS and grab a pair!
I found 40Lime scrolling on social when an ad caught my eye. I am a sucker for a bright preppy print. I bought the skirt that caught my eye in the ad. I loved it so much that I bought a ton more! They are comfortable and super cute styles, that are at a great price point. I wear them for both tennis and running. A skirt needs to check a lot of boxes for me. This company is female created/owned and resides in Savannah, GA!
My absolute favorite performance sunglasses!!! They do all the things I need them to do when I am running or playing tennis. A big plus, they are BRIGHT, BOLD and FUN!! Oh and they are super affordable, starting at $25 you can own all the styles and colors!
COACHES CORNER
A spot where I can send us all out into the world feeling BIG, BOLD and BRIGHT. A last little nugget to take into the day.
NOW is your time. Stop waiting for things to FEEL RIGHT, BE RIGHT or PERFECT. Stop the WHEN I or WHEN THIS HAPPENS THEN I WILL conversations. Guess what? There is never the PERFECT moment. You might not ever FEEL just right. Things may not fall into place the way you envisioned. NOW. START right now with what you have. That is enough. You are enough, right now. GO and DO.
Schedule a Walk and Talk with me today!
To Schedule text: 614-657-5623 or email: torrechadwick@gmail.ccom.
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
