Honestly I think that’s what my blog should have been called. Life has been nothing short of crazy (in a good way) lately so I apologize for my sporadic posting. Work has picked up once again (beginning and ends of quarters are no joke). Not to mention Will starts a new job on Monday, I move next weekend, and I’m running a marathon in less than three weeks. Welcome to crazytown. So I’m linking up with Amanda today to tell you where I’ve been, what I’m doing, and what lies ahead.
I’ve been running a lot. 15 miles on a treadmill = death in case you were curious. Last week was my final peak week for NYCM training – I capped it off with a 21+ mile run, and ended the week at 70.02 miles. Now it’s time to taper. And honestly, I can’t wait.
Like I said before, work has been crazy making for lots of long days and a very tired brain. However, I have been finding some time to enjoy this amazing fall we’re having. So I’m going to blast you with some pictures. I know I’m not the only one who likes looking more than reading.
My ride or die.
When Will and I tried to be festive at a pumpkin patch and go apple picking. Neither of these things occurred. What did occur was a lot of traffic and a low tolerance for lines and screaming children so we left five minutes after arriving. But I took a picture of gourds and posted it on social media so it’s almost like it happened.
Sometimes I wish I was a dog. Specifically my dog. He lives the life I’m telling you.
And finally, I went to my first Ranger game of the season Tuesday night. It was nothing short of awesome. We had some pretty great seats, and were able to get there in time for warm-ups which was really cool. A neat experience as one might say.
So that’s what I’ve been up to. I’m not sure how much I’ll be able to get my “ish” together and post these next few weeks. Between work and moving I’m going to be busy. Add in running a marathon… well yeah. I will do my best to stay connected, and I plan on posting about my goals pre-race sometime in the next two weeks. Like before the race…. Duh.
Oh, and I’m running a half marathon Saturday. Ha! Fingers and toes crossed for no rain 🙂
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Have a fabulous Thursday!
When life gets crazy, what do you do to eliminate extra stress?
Anyone else excited to taper? I know in two weeks I’m going to feel the crazies, but for now, I don’t hate it.
Big plans this weekend?
When life gets crazy I eliminate blog work too. Even though it’s something I enjoy, sometimes I just don’t feel like writing/commenting/posting. SEVENTY MILES?! I’m in awe. Oh and I always say how I wish I could be my dog. The best life.
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Good luck in your race and don’t even worry about blogging. You have a life to worry about – right now running is pretty much another full time job! I’ve been keeping track of you on IG anyway 🙂 Have fun tapering!
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Good luck this weekend! What half are you running? Any chance you could be coming to my town for Runner’s World?!?!?!!?
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Ugh I wish!!! I’m hoping to next year – I’m running a local half, South Norwalk , CT!
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Haha! The pumpkin patch sounds better in theory than in actual real life.. Good to know 🙂 Good luck with the taper!!
I totally live in crazy 🙂
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Wow you have been busy! Good luck at your half this weekend! When life gets crazy I simplify and prioritize so usually things low on the list go until things calm down.
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You have been a busy bee! But don’t worry, we all understand. Enjoy your taper and good luck this weekend!!!
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When life gets crazy, my blog takes a back seat. Sometimes doing my own workout does too, depending on how busy I am. When stressed, I make a crap ton of to-do lists, clean my apartment, and try and get some extra sleep. That’s so exciting you’re tapering now…the NYCM is so close! Good luck at your half this weekend..I’m sure you’re going to KILL it! 🙂
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My family and I always say that we wish we could come back as one of our dogs. They live the life!
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Wow new job, moving, and a marathon- that’s about as crazy as it gets! I don’t get to taper until the end of November, but after my 17-miler yesterday, I’m already looking forward to it! I have a 10-miler race on Sunday so I’ll just be resting up for that. Oh, and I’m moving this weekend too so I feel your pain there!
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Wooooo enjoy the taper! Sometimes I think being busy like that helps a bit. Dogs seriously have it made. I’d totally be my dog in my next life… although she’s kind of psychotic so I could do without that part haha
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Sounds like things have been crazy for you, but enjoy your taper!! I’ve been feeling kinda jealous of my dog recently. He just gets us to feed him and walk him in return for unconditional love and lots of snuggles. It’s a pretty sweet life! Tho he did just have surgery and lost all trust in my parents, since they were the one to take him to the vets!
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LOLing at the pumpkin patch scenario. I went midweek…at 1pm…it was lovely. Although the new job starts Monday, hours 8am til who knows when, so that’s something I only get to savor for a few more days! I just got Instagram yesterday because I’m a Luddite, following now 🙂
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15 miles on a treadmill sounds like tortuuuuure to me. and we’re so twins b/c this wknd at home i said to my dad, “in my next life, i want to come back as a dog in this household.” my parents’ dogs are seriously living the good life right along with yours. lolz re: gourds at a pumpkin patch — the boy and i went to go apple picking 2 wknds ago and we got so far as to buy my parents cider donuts beforewe were like, okay welp that’s good enough. my best friend was at the Rangers game on Tues, too!
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Haha too funny!!! I honestly think my dog has the best life possible!
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Your photos are always SO FUNNY. I need to find you on Instagram! How do I eliminate stress? I pet my cat (TWSS), run, drink. Hit stuff.
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Hitting stuff is definitely the best…
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Your story at the pumpkin patch sounds exactly like what would happen to me in that scenario 😉
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Good luck on your half this weekend! Dogs totally have it made – the hardest part of Charlie’s day is deciding which toy to play with. I tend to deep clean when I’m stress – my apartment was never cleaner than during exam week in grad school!
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I try to prioritize as much as possible. and take my rest days! if im wearing myself out with work, social, emotional, AND i add on extra workouts? no bueno. injury/illness city.
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I think my problem is that I don’t eliminate extra stress when I need to! I can relate to crazy town all the way.
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That’s the hardest part!
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When life gets crazy it’s all about prioritizing. The more important the task, the higher up on the list it goes. Sometimes this means leisure things, like blogging, gets pushed to the side momentarily – which is perfectly fine. You do what you need to do. We’ll all be here. 😉
Good luck this weekend running your half marathon. It will give you a good overall feeling for how you will feel on marathon race day. I’m sure you will go out there and kill it – miss speedy!!!
Oh, and I absolutely love your dog.
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That hockey arena is so big! Is it cold in those ones too just like the local college games I have gone to? I didn’t like how I was numb by the end 😦
I’d have to say when life gets crazy I clean less. Dishes tend to pile up and I take quicker showers. Only the necessities get washed hahaa
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Haha my pumpkin patch was strikingly similar this past weekend;) We stuck it out for kettle corn and caramel apples! Good luck running this weekend!
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Good luck with your half this weekend! Enjoy taper- 70 miles is awesome! Your dog is adorable. 🙂
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Good luck in the half marathon!!!
The idea of apple orchards sound so much fun but you’re right, it’s pure chaos!
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Sometimes life gets nuts and you do have to take a break! Good luck on your race! You got this 🙂
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I’m not hating the taper at this point either!!!! I have been doing a lot of treadmill running lately as well!! Bring on the NYCM!!
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I definitely get the too-busy-to-blog feeling (although I don’t have nearly all the things going on that you do right now!) I hope life calms down soon and that your packing and moving goes smoothly. I’m sure it’ll feel so great when you’re settled into your new place!
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I could never run 15 miles on a treadmill! Too boring. I try to go do something fun with friends when I am stressed and take extra long showers!
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Technology/social media goes. That can get way time consuming and really, it doesn’t produce anything useful anyway, lol! Hopefully, your life craziness distracts you from taper madness!! 🙂
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Woo-sah, stressful times are the worst! I typically beat stress with a great workout (boxing, if available) and making sure that I’m as healthy as possible. Sounds silly, but it helps me feel better about the day. Congrats on your first Rangers game!! #HockeyLife haha
xo, Jessica
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Next weekend is my last big long run before I get to taper. Bring on the taper! I’m so ready!
P.S. Your dog is too cute! I’m not single, but can I get his number? 😉
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