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Jumat, 31 Desember 2010

A review of my 2010


Happy New Year's Eve to you all!!!  


My year has been pretty fantastic.  In terms of blogging, I have posted more blog posts in 2010 than in 2007-2009 combined.  I intend to keep it up for2011!

I have composed a list of highlights and favorite posts of 2010 (with links to the original posts):





January
Decided on a marathon:  26.2 with Donna The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer
We saw The Phantom of the Opera


February
 
Discovered Operation Beautiful
Discovered the deliciousness that are Green Monsters!

 
March
 
The ringing in my ear started (Not a highlight of the year, but it was a significant change in my life.  By the way, my right ear is still ringing, and the left rings on occasion as well.) [source]


April
 
I tried acupuncture


May
 
I won a print by an amazing artist, Rob Kaz.
As part of an experiment at work, we dug up pig bones.
5K PR!!


June
 
My little sister graduated from high school.
My niece turned two.
Saw the play Chicago.
Discovered Hot Yoga. [source]
Met an amazing woman.


July
 
Made it half-way through my 2010 goal  [source]
Got Vibrams.
Learned how to swim and breathe at the same time! [source]
   


August (by far my favorite month!)
 

Took my little sister skydiving.
Saw Jack Johnson in concert.
Went away for a romantic weekend and got engaged!!!


September 

Learned to paint
Celebrated my 29th birthday.


Had my I Love Lucy moment and put a check mark next to a bucket list item.





October
 

Discussed following my heart
My first run longer than a half marathon (15 miles) [source]
Celebrated Chris's 30th birthday


November
 
Celebrated my favorite holiday, Thanksgiving, with my future in-laws (o:


December
 
Passed my candidacy! [source]
Half marathon PR!
Discussed building new family traditions with Chris.
Completed 2010 goal by running at least 3 days for the entire 52 weeks of the year! (Check out my goal for 2011 here!) [source]

May 2011 bring many more happy memories!



Kamis, 16 September 2010

I love to paint!

I have had quite the busy week so far! Monday Caitlin and I did a very, very easy 3 mile run (36:37), since we were sore from the 13.4 the day before. I needed to run on Monday, because I knew I wouldn't have time on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Tuesday Chris's mom came up and brought me an awesome cake with purple icing and a gift for my upcoming birthday. My future in-laws are amazing!
Wednesday I went with Chris's sister Jessica, her boyfriend Chris (yes, 2 Jessica's and 2 Chris's), and met our friends Nick and Federica for Canvas and Cocktails at Infusion Tea. There was a painting instructor, Bethany, who instructed us on how to mix our acrylic paints and gave wonderful painting tips and instructions. We were supposed to work on still life, but I saw a picture of tree that I loved and decided to build off of that. The instructor was really sweet and came around to everyone several times to offer help and support. The price also included a glass of wine and for an added fee a salad or wrap. I had so much fun! I have always wanted to try painting, and I loved it! When I was younger, I took art classes in school, but never in paint. I have found a new love! After I graduate, I want to look into taking a painting class. After, Jessie, her Chris, and I stopped for some frozen yogurt. Yum! I am currently on the old blogger setting and cannot add captions, so... The red painting below was done by Chris's sister, Jessie. She is sooooo talented! I painted the one with a girl on the swing. Jessie's Chris painted the one that my kitty, Zack, loved the best.
Tonight Caitlin and I ran 4 endless miles. Maybe because it was so hot, the run seemed to last forever. Our time was 47:40. I think next week I want to do a little speed work to really get my heart going. Today Chris and I received a gift from one of his good friends. She and her husband sent us Tervis tumblers that say "bride" and "groom". I love them!!
I have plans tomorrow night that will keep me out late, then Saturday is my birthday! I love my birthday week!

I know I am wayyyy behind on blogging my days of self love, but I will catch up eventually. As I said, I have been busy doing fun things! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!