Chicago is a beautiful city. And the day I went out to run was a magnificent sunny day. There was not a cloud in the sky. The sun beat on the lake and created an amazing picture. I was told that if I went two blocks on Monroe that I...
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Running the Diva Half Marathon in Myrtle Beach
When Marti, my running partner, and I arrived in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, late Friday evening (April 26) in preparation for our run in the Divas Half Marathon two days later, we were exhausted. We flew Spirit Air and the flight was delayed several hours. When we got to the airport, we “schlepped” our bags...
Running a Long Run Alone…
I laughed after I read this one because I've run so many long ones since 2013 when this was originally written. I hope it encourages others that it's okay to get out there and do a long one. If you can't, consider joining a group like WeREndurance. We run every...
After Sandy, Long Beach NY Built a New BoardWalk
This post was written in 2013 months after Superstorm Sandy hit Long Beach, Long Island and devastated our community. The boardwalk was destroyed, along with dozens and dozens of homes. However, Long Beach came back strong. Here is a post about after the boardwalk was starting to be repaired. ---------...
Running at SXSW with Brooks Running!
After I downloaded the South by Southwest app, I noticed that Brooks Running was having a “Cowboy Run," so, I signed up immediately. I had cowboy boots, but was certainly not going to run in them. I also didn’t want to “schlep” costumes down to Austin with me. So I decided to run...
Running with the Long Beach High School Track Team!
This blog post was written in 2013, right after Super Storm Sandy hit Long Beach, Long Island. Throughout the entire month of April, I'll be sharing some old blog posts. I hope you enjoy! Let me know what you think. Thanks for reading! ----------- When I looked outside the window...
Running with a Partner
Although I love to run, I don't think I would train for a half marathon or even a marathon without a running partner or a running group. I met Marti DiPaola at a local women's group. I knew of her in high school and was friends with her brother, Buzzy....