Yearly Archives: 2009

My First Weight Workout

Posted on July 20, 2009 by jenn

Since Matt and I decided not to run the Chicago Rock ‘n Roll Half Marathon, we decided to work on other aspects of our fitness.  Except for my calves, I am pretty mushy.  I do have a strong core from … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Trips, Part I

Posted on July 14, 2009 by jenn

Oh see, here I go, neglecting my blog again.  And now, I have two trips to summarize.  Well, luckily for you, that means I’ll have to brief on each.  Ha ha. Seattle, June 25-30th As previously stated, we visited Seattle … Continue reading →

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The 2009 Inaugural Rock & Roll Half Marathon Seattle

Posted on July 2, 2009 by jenn

The above named marathon and half marathon was held on June 27, 2009.  We left for Seattle on Thursday, June 25, 2009 and returned home on Tuesday, June 30th.  Details of the trip will be shared in a different entry.  … Continue reading →

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On Being Ignored

Posted on June 21, 2009 by jenn

In my last post, I mentioned briefly a carpenter who came to the house to estimate some work that we had here for him.  That day, he ignored his promise to be there first thing in the morning.  Then he … Continue reading →

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Fitness, Pain, and Other Stuff

Posted on June 4, 2009 by jenn

Last Thursday, May 28th, I went out for a run.  It was about 74 degrees outside, with an equally high humidity.  But, you know, I had to run.  That marathon is getting closer, I had no choice.   Naturally, this being … Continue reading →

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Hallie’s Wild Ride

Posted on May 27, 2009 by jenn

Some of you know Hallie.  If you have read any of the three previous posts, you’ve at least heard of her. The craziness started last week during one of my nightly visits.  She was sitting on my lap and her … Continue reading →

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Vegetarianism and The Food Network

Posted on May 25, 2009 by jenn

I never used to watch The Food Network.  I thought that it would be boring and make me hungry.  I couldn’t figure out why anyone would want to sit around and watch food shows all day.  That was close to … Continue reading →

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Running Very Fast

Posted on May 20, 2009 by jenn

Last night, Matt and I headed out for a six mile run.  We weren’t sure if we would go six or seven, as it all depended on how many little humans might be in the baseball field and we feel … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on May 18, 2009 by jenn

Since I just signed up for this blog today, I felt I should write something, even though I really don’t have anything exceptional to say today. Do I lead an extraordinary life?  I don’t know.  I like to think I … Continue reading →

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