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I bailed this morning. Why? 2 reasons 1) kidney issues. The headache and stomach crankiness from this morning went to turbo drive kidney pain by lunch. I’m currently patchworking old antibiotics (Kids, don’t try this at home.) and the magical orange pills to get me through until I go see the dr. tomorrow. Fun times. …

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I’m not a fan, but it’s better than tuesday. I overslept but I’m not surprised since I didn’t get to bed until midnight. Today’s crossfit was a 4 rounds of 400m and some double unders. I can do that one at the track this afternoon so the extra 2 hours of sleep were more important. …

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What is it about potatoes that makes me feel good? And when I saw these cute little things in the store, I got two bags. Yes, two. I didn’t need that “easy recipe on the back” because I already had a good substantial German dish planned for these little guys. Sausage and Potatoes. 1lb of …

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By Thursday, I’m tired. Usually, it’s been a long week and I’m ready to crash by 9. Honestly, I should aim to be asleep by 9 every night before I get up early to workout. But it just doesn’t happen. I’ve read all the studies that tell us lack of sleep can cause everything from …

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Finally, the day arrived. After a long week with school, home refinancing issues, other banking issues, it’s finally the end of the week and I’m staring at a great weekend. A few of my favorite NON-FOOD related things I used this week. 1. Busy Body Book. I write everything down in here that I plan. …

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It was a rough morning at CrossFit. It looks worse than it was. And believe me, I did some epic whining before this one. Who volunteers for 41 lunges and 49 kettlebell swings?? This girl. And even though it was tough, it wasn’t impossible. And I may not have been able to lift my arms …

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The week is off to a much better start than last week. But I did my first week of my CrossFit Endurance half training plan. And it just so happens, that it corresponds perfectly with the 6 Month Running Challenge. The basics of the CrossFit Endurance is to make each run count. No recovery runs …

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It’s getting easier to get a shot a day, but posting is usually put off until the weekend. I played around with shooting in RAW and I do believe I have been severely limiting myself, especially in the area of portraits and lighting. I had no idea how easy it was to shoot and edit …

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Some weeks, I’m treading water and trying to keep my head up. This was one of those weeks. Each night after work, it was tough keeping my eyes open until bedtime. What’s sad is that it was a 4 day week. Something about those make the rest of the week DRAG by. Even with the …

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Check out my lunch. Last week, I started putting my lunch together in one container so I could easily have it ready and not dig through multiple bags and bowls to figure out what I wanted for lunch, what to save for snacks and pre-run meals. Time goes by fast as a K teacher so …

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Staring at a brand new year, I’m feeling anxious to get a clear plan for my running and strength goals this year. Coming down off a great end to 2011 with the marathon, I know I want to get another one next fall. Between now and then, I have several races I hope to complete. …

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How sad is it that I spent the entire day lounging around? I didn’t go to the store, go for a trail run, or even haul myself to the closest Academy Sports to see the National Championship trophy to get a pic. My friend Kaye saved me by posting on fb that they were waiting …

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The queen of butter is set to reveal her diagnosis and hopefully, dispel rumors that she is going to peddle insulin pills. The gossip mill is working overtime this weekend with her future news and what this will mean for the most beloved cook this side of Mississippi. I personally hope she begins to incorporate …

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The front page of the Tuscaloosa News. It was a great night and after the first half, when I spent my time stress eating junk food and biting hangnails, I really enjoyed the game! I was beyond irritated at every ESPN commentator showing their bias for LSU and the blatant Bama hatred, but the best …

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I’m getting a little bored with the store bought stuff that has way too much cumin and tahini for my taste. Now that I have a new speedy mini processor, I needed to make some hummus to take to work. I decided to try my favorite combinations of lemon, garlic, and rosemary. Lemon Garlic Hummus …

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