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January

2011-01-13T12:20:00.001-08:00

January seems to be flying by - which with all of the snow we are getting is a good thing. I'm so ready to start getting back outside for training - biking and running. Though I still do most of my running outdoors - some days it is really tough.

Things are progressing with Divorce - I guess --- lawyers are such a pain but necessary. Otherwise - I'm OK....just OK ... lots of times sad and hurt - and then I get together with my girlfriends and all is forgotten - we have so much fun together. I have lots of new friends lately - I think now that I am less sheltered by soontobeex - though he wanted to go out more - I avoided it because of his drinking problem. Now I feel like I can accept more invitations - parties, or just going to the movies, etc. and have fun with friends. Also a lot of my friends are the same as me - either runners or triathletes which makes it fun to do stuff - we plan things around our workouts.

Onward and upward - to more positive attitude and days I hope.

Doggies arrested

2010-09-17T07:02:00.000-07:00

HAHAHA....no they did not really get arrested - but our neighbors called and complained to Animal Control about Marla's barking. There is a squirrel or chipmunk that is living in their wood pile - next to OUR fence - and Marla wants it to come out! So, she stands by it and barks and barks. The cooler weather is here now, so she will be in the house a little more - but can't do a lot about her barking.

Animal Control came and gave us a warning. We have tried to keep her in a little more, and/or tire her out with walks - which sometimes helps. She is a hound, so really likes to hunt.

Lunch Day

2010-04-07T12:24:00.000-07:00

The one thing I do not understand about the "boys lunch" is that they always go to the same restaurant --- which I know the food is good, but it is so dingy.

Today it is 83 degrees --- now, there is another restaurant really close to the one they frequent which has an outdoor patio that would be a beautiful place to eat!! They are a bunch of retirees --- guess you don't care about getting outside at some point......I'll never understand.

Good day for me --- swam this morning -- Triathlon training and biked on lunch hour 10 miles.

Feta and Marla

2010-03-23T06:00:00.001-07:00

Boy am I behind --- we got Marla in January --- and I think Hubby is ready to send her back. She's torn up two bedspreads now -- and she barks way too much. But she is so cute and Feta loves having a playmate. It would be very difficult for me to give her up now --

Marla is 5 months now and Feta is 16 months....and they are pretty much inseparable.

It's Been Ages

2010-03-23T05:58:00.001-07:00

Since I posted. Guess I got too busy with Facebook....LOL. Seems everyone these days in on there. Was just reading someone's blog so I thought I'd get back into the game here ---

Been training a lot for triathlons --- and Hubby is starting to ride -- says he will challenging me soon on the bike. Woohoo....I hope so. I need a good push when I ride --- sometimes I get pretty casual.

Back soon for more posts.

August 29th Triathlon

2009-10-02T12:24:00.000-07:00

I had a great time at the Triathlon --- in spite of a stress fracture -- which turned into two fractures.

It poured rain that day on and off --- cool and wet. Swim was actually a little foggy right on the water, so the first few waves of swimmers were off course right at the start. We did better as the last wave --- we had seen everyone else go off course. I actually started to veer off at the last buoy turn, and was redirected. Swim went well for me -- good time.

Got out, transitioned to bike without much effort -- put on a shirt which is tough when you are wet -- I did not use a wetsuit -- I don't own one yet. I skipped wearing sunglasses --- it was raining and gray. Bike was pretty fast -- though I think I was a little cautious on the turns because of the rain which actually hurt a few times when speeding into the raindrops.

Hubby was out on the bike course which was really neat -- so he routed me on out and back.

After the bike I was going to walk the final leg -- 5K -- but I started walking and my foot hurt a little, so I tried a slow jog. Actually did not feel that bad, so I ran the rest of the distance. Besides I figured I would be the last person in if I walked it --- it was a fast crowd -- so I ran it. Got quite a surprised look from hubby when he saw me at the finish line running in. Then he asked if I ran the whole thing. --- told him pretty much yes. I was so excited that I finished without too much pain that it didn't matter about the second fracture.

It did bother me when we got to Hawaii -- my foot. But who cares, we were in Hawaii!! I swam a lot while we were there and tried to stay off of my foot as much as possible.

Feta while we were on vacation

2009-10-02T12:14:00.000-07:00

This was sent to us in Hawaii (Maui) by my step-daughter.....very funny. They were babysitting the dog -- 10 month old puppy who hates to be left alone.

"Hi, Mommy and Daddy! Hope you had a good trip. I am having a great time here. These people are very nice!! I woke the lady up this morning to take me out, and she kept saying it was early, but it was daylight, so I don't know what the problem was! Went back to bed for a bit, and later, we went for a car ride!!! I saw Daddy's truck, but he was not there, so I got a little homesick. I spent most of the afternoon on my bed, but the nice people kept coming in to pet me and love me!! I had a great dinner with some of that great food I like, and then me and the yellow dog played out back while the people ate!! That yellow dog seems nice, but she is a bit of a stick in the mud! And, the best part was, after the big guy ate, he gave me a bone!!! Now it is early evening, and I am feeling quite energetic....luckily they have a bunch of little people to entertain!!! Talk to you again soon!!

Feta"

Cutest thing ever --- we laughed, and laughed. Then we started getting other messages....

She tore up a pillow one night, then a couch cushion and shoes and then kids stuffed animals.....She was in trouble. Missed her mom and dad.

Hawaii

2009-08-28T10:26:00.000-07:00

Well, we are off to the beautiful tropics of Hawaii for a blissful 15 days. I hope that we have a good time --- it is up to us to succeed.

SHort post for now --- will update with photos as they become available.

Also have a triathlon the day before --- sprint distance -- so will try to do a Race report here also.

Dog Day at the Valley Cats

2009-08-12T12:43:00.000-07:00

Tonight is Doggie Day at the Valley Cats Minor league baseball park. We are bringing our girl Feta -- who is now almost 9 months old and meeting with her boyfriend Truman and his parents!! Should be interesting --- to see how many other dogs will be there and how they will all get along.

Hot dogs for everyone!!!

New Puppy

2009-03-25T07:42:00.001-07:00

I'm not sure that I have included this in any of my most recent posts --- but we have a new Puppy!!! I think I did the empty nest syndrome thing -- and got a puppy for my hubby who is retired and alone a lot.

He cannot drive right now --- only to work and three hours a day because of a DWI --- so he has lots of time to train the puppy. So far so good.

Quick post today -- will update soon.

Triathlon

2009-02-27T06:54:00.001-08:00

I'm planning on training for a triathlon in the spring --- did a short one in February. I'm really enjoying the swimming, but like all the training I can get. I just discovered a free site that sends you a workout for your swim training. Swimplan. I've added the link to the blog.

Been Awhile

2009-02-24T11:03:00.000-08:00

I haven't posted since December!! Wowee. So much has been going on I guess I didn't feel the need. Today I'm kinda bored at work and the weather outside is cold and blustery. I worked thru lunch to leave early and head to the gym. I'm hoping to get a decent run, bike swim session in. Or at least two out of three.

WIll post soon when more is happening.

Doing Better

2008-12-16T11:06:00.000-08:00

Doing better these days --- not sure exactly why. Maybe because the last fight I got pretty desperate and the next morning tried to talk to DH --- and he did seem to GET IT. All we were doing was fighting and fighting ---

Things settled down after that --- now if I feel the urge, or he tends in that general direction --- I try to nip it in the bud and explain calmly what is going on. Could also be a bit of the holidays and we are all trying to be "good" and not be fighting or mean. Whatever it is I'm glad.

Been doing a lot of X-Biking --- got my new bike tuned up, but the weather outside is awful. We just had a HUGE ice storm --- knocked power out to a ton of people.

The Family Room project is going VERY slowly --- need to get son-in-law down to do some more work on it. The taping is the slowest part so far --- once that is done we can paint. That's the easy part. The he needs to work on finishing work --- moldings, etc. New doors have to be done and the mantle needs refinishing. Then the floor. I can't wait.

50th Birthday

2008-11-18T06:21:00.001-08:00

Well --- I made it to my 50th!! Hubby had a great surprise party for me -- it was wonderful!! We had a very nice party and it was a lot of fun --- great friends and some of hubby's cousins -- who hosted the party.

I also got the bike I've been thinking of which I was very excited about. I can't wait for some better weather to get out and ride -- possibly this weekend. Now the real training must begin for triathlon --- need to get some professional help with my swimming. Biking and running I feel pretty confident -- maybe do some speed work in the running dept. but otherwise feel good.

I really feel good at 50 and am looking forward to keeping in shape and possibly improving my distances. For now, hubby and I are OK --- have a new granddaughter -- Ashley Elizabeth --- she is wonderful. We had a bit of a scare with her at first -- but she is doing very well now --it's been a week --- and she is off of all assistance tubes -- and eating!!

I'll post some pics when I get some time.

I DID IT

2008-10-15T07:27:00.001-07:00

I finally ran a marathon --- well sort of -- walked a bit near the end -- my feet hurt. I did run in at the Finish though ---

5:15:44 was my time -- a long run -- but a beautiful day and I did what I set out to do which was finish a marathon before I turned 50!!! YIPEE.

I had good support from my hubby and my Step-son and daughter-in-law came to the finish line with flowers and a balloon. Very nice and made lunch for me when we got back to the house.

Triathlon

2008-09-24T16:41:00.000-07:00

The triathlon was great!!! It was right after (day after) we got back from two weeks in California. We rented bikes while we were there --- which was great and did lots of hills which was great training for me --- there were some pretty tough hills in the tri.

We had a good time and the weather was really wet for the tri---- in Lake George, NY. I am so glad I did it and can't wait to do an entire event myself.

The only thing now is to get back to my running --- I still want to do the marathon Oct. 12th weekend --- will be tough --- I got side-tracked with biking. This week I'm trying to test myself --- and will try to do the 20 miler that I really need to get ready. that's a real mindset ---

Vacation in California was wonderful --- we kept bikes in our room for the entire two weeks --- which we pretty much road every day -- or nearly that much.

It was a good vacation with perfect weather.

Planning

2008-08-08T08:12:00.001-07:00

This weekend we are planning on going sailing!! Yippee --- first time this season. We have only left the dock once. We've actually been UP to the lake a few times. We have invited two other couples to join us on Sunday --- then maybe relax at the club afterward for cocktails and cooking.

In the meantime, my girlfriend and I are in training for two big events. We are doing a triathlon as a team --- she will do the swim and run, and I'm doing the middle part -- the biking. Should be really cool --- loads of hills. I need to do some serious training. I also still want to be ready for a marathon in October --- needs some more long runs. This is all going to take a lot of time and effort....but I'm really excited and so is she.

Let's hope it is good weather this weekend --- !!!

Diva Night

2008-08-01T07:58:00.000-07:00

We had a great "Diva Night" --- five of us went to the Capital Repertory Theatre to see Menopause the Musical. Riotously funny and we hired a limo to drive us there. That was hubby's idea --- very cool. I made dinner for all of us --- a light supper of Panini's and salad --- delicious. Everyone enjoyed the meal --- which I put together using a recipe from "cooking light" that I then adapted with my own ingredients. Also made a yummy watermelon salad and tossed salad.

The show was great and everyone coming out of the theatre wanted to know who the celebs were getting into the limo --- very funny.

I'm hoping that it will start a trend with the group I went with that maybe we can do this again sometime soon.

4th of July Weekend

2008-07-09T13:19:00.000-07:00

We had a great 4th of July weekend on the lake. Got the sails on the boat --- got the water system working, cleaned. Had the boys up on Saturday -- very fun.....took them around with the two kayaks.....that was fun too. Then we had a picnic with Niki and the boys, and Greg & Tina, Red and Frances (Tina's sister). Nice picnic.

The weather over the weekend was wonderful --- sunny, dry, and beautiful. The only thing we didn't do was sail. Hopefully this weekend.

I did it!!!

2008-06-17T10:58:00.000-07:00

A Half Marathon --- It was very fun. I did take walk breaks and walked up the last hill --- but ran at the finish --- 2:26:15 was my official chip time. I was very happy to have done the distance --- need more hill training. This was a very hilly course and the weather was very warm 78 degrees. I definitely want to continue to train for distance and would like to think of doing a marathon in the fall.

One Week to go

2008-06-05T08:08:00.000-07:00

One Week to go until the Half Marathon in Lake Placid. This weekend we are hoping to get to our boat on Lake George. Need to get the sails put on and bedding on board and supplies. Hoping that if everything is ready to go this weekend then maybe the next weekends we will just be able to load up a cooler and head out on the lake.

Lake Placid is Fathers' Day weekend --- hate to take that away from the Dads -- just how it worked out. I asked if it would be a big problem......hubby said OK. I hope it is a nice weekend for everyone -- Tina (my running partner) is coming up to bunk with us Saturday night before the race. We also think Jeff and Sheila are coming up on Sunday to watch the race. Hubby is volunteering --- should be a fun time for all.

Memorial Day Weekend

2008-05-28T11:14:00.000-07:00

We had a nice long weekend in Rhode Island with our three grandsons, their parents and Greg & Tina. Everyone enjoyed the weekend I think --- the kids especially. It was one big adventure for them! They are 8, 5 and 4 --- so everything was new and exciting. They actually had their very own tent --- small but very cute.

I (Suzie) ran for the first time on Scarborough Beach (boardwalk) --- I've been going there since I was a kid myself --- so it was pretty exciting to be running there. I actually stopped and took a picture of myself!

National Bike to Work Day

2008-05-18T16:23:00.000-07:00

National Bike to Work Day was Friday --- I biked in with a group and biked home alone. It was very fun and very cool --- and a great savings on the car and gas. Plus I got my exercise for the day. It turned out to be 7.7 miles in --- because we went over to Stuyvesant Plaza to meet with the group --- and 5.87 miles back to home from the office. Not a bad commute --- it was probably actually quicker by bike than by car some nights --- On bike I didn't have to wait for all the traffic. It rained on the way home Friday afternoon....but it wasn't unpleasant. I may shoot to continue to bike to work on Fridays --- would be a good workout and a nice break from the usual commute. Here is the link to my running blog. http://SuzieB.bimjournals.com

Half Training

2008-05-15T12:41:00.000-07:00

Well, yesterday I took the afternoon off and used some comp time to try to get in a mid-week long run. I completed just under 13 miles --- awesome!! Longest so far and today I feel great! I am feeling very encouraged --- I am doing a Half Marathon in mid-June --- and so far my training seems to be going well. It was a warm afternoon --- some clouds -- 75 degrees. I carried water and had a few sport beans --- kept me going. I made a couple of stops --- and walked a couple of times when I was drinking water --- but did the distance. I am hoping to keep this up and slowly increase the distance as I would like to try to complete a marathon in the fall. Great start so far.

Changing Group

2008-05-01T07:36:00.000-07:00

The group at the Crossings keeps changing each week --- a few additions, a few subtractions --- It's fun. Keeps it interesting --- and then there is our core group who have been there since week one --- with Rox as our "leader". She's great! We keep taking turns taking pictures --- we had a good run last night. 6.74 miles --- the weather was cool --- my hands were hurting on the way home.....I sincerely hope that we are done with the cool weather for this season. Looks to be warmer today --- in the 60s.

Next week we are all considering doing a 5K race in the "Crossings" a benefit run. It takes place at the same time as we've been meeting weekly, so it's just kind of a bonus. Should be fun.

10 Miles

2008-04-28T12:15:00.000-07:00

Finally did it === with Tina from the Crossings running group. We did a solid 10 miles on the Mohawk Bike Path this past Sunday. Weather was cool and overcast --- about 50 degrees.....perfect running weather. We did a straight line point to point and had hubby come and pick us up. We ended up in the city of Cohoes --- right near 787. It was very cool. We did a mile cool down --- jogging and walking back and forth while we waited for our ride. I'm hoping that next week hubby can be a moving water station on his bike. He is considering entering some of the longer races as a walker.

Crossings Group

2008-04-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

Had a great run last night - http://SuzieB.bimjournals.com for stats. It was requested that we move our run next week out to a more convenient location for the rest of the gang (Crossings is best for me). We are thinking of running on SUNY campus --- supposed to be a good place to cruise. The weather this week could not have been better!!! 70s to 80s and dry and sunny. AWESOME.

Great Runs

2008-04-21T06:39:00.001-07:00

Had two great runs this weekend and picture perfect weather for both. A little warm on Saturday a.m. which was the 10K. I did it in 1:01:50 --- good time, though I really wanted to get it under 1 hr. On Sunday followed up with the Dodge the Deer run 5K --- great crowd and great fun and a barbecue afterward. We met up with the group from the "Crossings" --- Ed and Roxanne and Marilyn all ran it --- Monique was there but not able to run. We all chatted after the race and they all got a chance to meet hubby which was great. This is a race that we will defiitely take the grandkids to next year --- nice kids stuff. The weather all weekend was in the 50s in the a.m. and 70s -- 80s on Saturday --- and dry and sunny. It could not have been better. The "kids" had a barbecue on Saturday which we went to -- it was nice -- the opening of their patio (N&S).

Sleepover

2008-04-13T13:56:00.000-07:00

Had the boys over Friday night into Saturday --- took them to the Cicotti center swimming Saturday around 12:00 --- the day turned beautiful -- 70 degrees so we didn't stay long. I got out for a 4 miler after dropping them off --- then Sunday was Matty's First Communion --- so we went to that in the morning, then brunch (ate too much) --- then went home -- sorted out some more summer clothes.

Then I went out for another run --- 4.5 miles === walked back from Price Chopper since I stopped and got milk and some cold cuts. So, 3.5 run, 1 mile walk. Good to get out anyway.

This week the weather is supposed to improve.

Not as strong

2008-04-10T10:15:00.000-07:00

I'm not feeling as strong this week --- went out for the Wednesday night run and had to make a stop mid-way. I'm beginning to think it may be allergies --- feel very out of breath a lot. Did a short run today -- 55 degrees with a breeze. Sunny, and nice.....good running weather.

I never got the long run in last weekend, so I'll shoot for it again this weekend. We'll see.....

We might do something with the 'boys' this weekend and maybe have another sleep-over ---

Long Run

2008-04-08T10:32:00.000-07:00

Didn't get out for the long run this weekend --- I hope to do one this coming weekend. Grandson has First Communion on Sunday -- so I'll shoot for Saturday.

The weather is warming up a bit --- mid 50s -- they are predicting rain for the weekend ...Yeehah.

This afternoon is a Race Committee 5K organizational meeting and then hope to soak up some sun on the patio. Tomorrow afternoon will be meeting up with the "girls" group in the Crossings again. Should be fun. I think this week I will shoot for going out for ice cream with them. nice treat.

Girls in the Crossings

2008-04-03T07:14:00.001-07:00

Have met up with a group who are running in the Crossings park --- 1 mi. from home. Nice bunch and fast --- which is good. Will push me (suzie) to up my speeds a bit. Weather is finally starting to improve -- heading out today to enjoy some 40+ degrees --- sounds funny.....but it's still an improvement.

Feeling stronger because of the bike classes and pushing my running distances. I just hope that I can keep it up. I've entered the lottery for the NYC Marathon --- keeping my fingers crossed. My Step-daughter wants me to run the Memphis marathon with her --- in December. I've considered it, but really wanted to run one BEFORE I turn 50 in November. I also need to consider a Half-marathon for a warmup. Haven't found one that I want to do yet.....but I also haven't looked that seriously.

Longer running

2008-04-01T06:28:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm back to trying to do the long runs (Suzie).....Sunday did 7 mi., last Saturday did 9.7 mi., and the weeks before that did 6.8, and 7.7......very cool. So far, so good --- between distance running and the bike class that I am so hooked on --- getting in great shape.

There was a sure sign of Spring this morning. I saw two bunnies grazing on the lawn as I headed to the gym at 5:00 for the 5:30 spin class that I love. I loved seeing the bunnies.

Hubby and I both got out on Sunday -- I ran and he walked on the bike/pedestrian trail along the Mohawk river. It was a beautiful sunny day - we hope to bike the path soon when the weather improves. Today it is supposed to be around 65.....great!

The Windy Weather

2008-03-21T12:04:00.000-07:00

It is cold and blustery today --- 25 deg. and the wind straight out of the North and fierce. It's been blowing hard since yesterday. I haven't gotten out the last two days to workout -- running.....Wednesday worked thru lunch (which is when i run during week) in order to leave early to go buy a new Refrigerator. Exiciting stuff. Stayed home yesterday from work to get the new fridge brought in --- more excitement! Love the new fridge -- but need to remodel the entire kitchen to fit it in. LOL. Not that I would mind doing that. Very expensive though. Today not getting a work out in --- had lunch with DH and Grandson......very nice. Going to see a play tonight -- Taming of the Shrew at local repertory theatre. Should be enjoyable.

Then tomorrow shop for groceries and start prepping for Easter Sunday. Dinner with grandkids and their parents --- church in the a.m.

Getting in Shape

2008-02-19T08:35:00.000-08:00

Hubby and I are both trying to get into shape --- I've been a little more successful....his hip and side are still hurting him. One an injury the other disc problems. I continue to try to enourage him to get over to the gym -- he is retired and has time to go during the day. I do my workouts (run) usually on my lunch hour and have also been doing some classes at the gym --- trying not to overlap too much with "us" time....but I am hooked on the X-Bike class. Great sweat.

Other than that -- nothing much new --- we just need to get thru these last couple of months of winter --- can't wait for spring weather!!

X-Biking

2008-02-05T11:24:00.000-08:00

Our "club" has an X-Biking class --- more like actual road riding --- I took it for the first time last night. 45 minutes both speed work and simulating hill climbs where you stand and then sit at a high tension --- it was totally cool! What a sweat -- and I really feel it in my glutes today. I can't wait to do another one. The only thing I can't decide is if I should skip a day and do something else. I will probably get on the Treadmill tonight and go back for another X-bike workout tomorrow. I'm Hooked!!!

Don't forget to get out and vote today!

Lap Top Fun

2008-01-16T07:51:00.000-08:00

I am getting seriously addicted to the laptop !!! Hubby threatened to return my new ruby/diamond bracelet for the laptop....LOL. I work on a computer all day at my desk and never really wanted to get on at night. Now that I can sit on a couch with my feet up computing --- I'm addicted. I do all kinds of goofy stuff from reading blogs to downloading new music onto my ipod to chatting with friends on Yahoo, etc. Oh well --- it's a lot of fun and interesting. I just have to be careful not to take too much time away from my usual night time activities.

Fun with the New Laptop

2008-01-12T14:48:00.000-08:00

This is so cool --- right now I'm sitting here with the laptop --- headset --- listening to music, working on my Blog --- Yahoo messaging --- OMG We're becoming super techies!! Love the new computer. Today was such a weird day --- starting the morning at a Memorial Service for my (Suzie's) brother-in-laws sister who died of cancer at 54. Breast Cancer --- we didn't know her well, but had spent time together over the past 20 yrs or so. It was very sad -- lots of weeping. Was in Chatham where Suzie grew up. A bit nostalgic afterward riding thru town.
When we got home and started to relax --- copying new disks, etc., deciding if we wanted to go over to the gym and work out when we got a phone call. Where are you? We're supposed to be at Del's aunts birthday party (about 10 min. away) she is 91!!! Her son gave us the wrong day for the party....LOL. So, at least we were dressed up for the Memorial Service and went to the birthday party. Fun. Now home REALLY RELAXING

58 Degrees

2008-01-08T10:44:00.000-08:00

We broke a record today --- I walked 4.5 walk/jog today. The sun is shining and it is just a wonderful day. I'm thinking of signing up with Team in Training for some help with training for a Half Marathon in Lake Placid this June. I'm concerned about trying to do fund raising, but would love to have some help with training and comraderie with at least one other runner in my area. We'll see...there is an informational seminar tomorrow.

warmer temps

2008-01-07T10:25:00.000-08:00

They are saying that we are about to break some record temps over the next couple of days !! Yippee. 46 Degrees today -- and a little sun at least when I went out to run. I'm really looking forward to at least getting outside for a couple days and then back to the Treadmill after that. Need to get back to the early a.m. workouts at the gym. Have not been that motivated over the holidays.

Cold Weather

2008-01-02T15:44:00.000-08:00

Today started out at about 25 degrees and it has gone steadily downhill. It is now 8!!!!! BRRR. Went out at lunch time for a walk --- the city is tough. Half the landlords clear their sidewalks, and half do not. Very slippery, and then as soon as you step off of a corner there is slush a couple of inches thick. The only saving grace is the park in the middle of the city where they have a holiday lights show which they keep plowed and clear this time of year. Tomorrow is only supposed to get into the teens -- UGH. Going to try to get to the gym in the a.m. bright and early. Wish me luck.!

New Laptop

2007-12-27T15:48:00.000-08:00

We just purchased the Sony Vaio for our computing pleasure. It is so totally awesome to be able to compute from any room in the house. Right now I'm in the kitchen --- smelling the corned beef cooking. Having some nice light dinners these days since we have so much stuff in the fridge from the Holidays --- trying to keep it light. We are both also trying to get back into working out/running (for me). Hubby just had a spinal fusion surgery and is recuperating nicely --- today was the first day on the Walkfit (NordicTrak) --- did 15 minutes and is feeling it a little. I'm glad he is able to do it. Not a lot more for tonight --- getting ready for dinner and one more day of work this week then long weekend before New Years'!!! YEAH.

BRRRR

2007-12-04T10:17:00.000-08:00

Baby it's cold outside. 23 degrees and windy. Went out for a run and cut it short --- wind beat me down and my stomach was hurting. Let's hope it's not the stomach bug my boss was complaining about yesterday! http://SuzieB.bimjournals.com Link for my running journal in case anyone is interested. No biggie.

2007-11-27T11:02:00.000-08:00

Running is going pretty good these days. The blogs on Runnersworld are really cool and fun to read. Lots of good tips and runners comparing notes. Starting to decorate for the holidays --- the more the grandkids are around the more fun I have decorating. I just love it when they walk in the house and get all excited about what they see. Today I bought more lights for outside -- the neighbors are driving me crazy!!! Just kidding....need to keep up with the Joneses.

Back in the Running

2007-10-22T12:36:00.000-07:00

Well, we're back from Hawaii and the weather is about to change. I am back to running -- slow starting. My stamina is not the same. We have lots of firewood to burn over the winter and projects (painting, etc.) to take care of. Hopefully I can motivate hubby to start some of them.

Runner out of Commission

2007-08-15T11:11:00.000-07:00

Well, I've been out of commission for my lunch time runs for 7 weeks now....and I'm miserable. Hubby is very sympathetic, but I am very frustrated. Doc told me I could up my activity a bit -- slowly --- went for a power walk !!! Dang near killed me. Back to square one with the foot an recovery. I NEED to go to the gym. Tonight we are planning on going our last picnic/concert in the park and doing a little dancing. That should set me back a few days -- but I can't be inactive! The weather is beautiful and I just want to be outside enjoying it. Work is a total bore --- just trying to survive and keep busy.

Working Out

2007-02-28T13:25:00.000-08:00

We recently (January) joined a gym in our area. About 5 minutes from our house. It also has an aquatic center --- we've become workout nuts! Hubby is going for about an hour each time --- on indoor track and either treadmill or elliptical machines. We both have started doing laps in the lap pool as well. It's been great -- and when we are both there on the weekends, we also get in the hot tub! AAHHH......Hopefully all this working out will help us both achieve a more toned body and get ready for the boating season which is just around the corner.

Shopping

2007-01-05T10:10:00.000-08:00

Now that the holidays are over --- we're hoping to hit some of the sales. It's irresistible with all of the emails I keep getting offering added discounts to all my fav stores! Oh well, will probably go to NH and take advantage of the no tax. Quiet time otherwise....kind of hibernating even though the weather has been warm and no snow!

Holidays

2006-12-13T11:06:00.000-08:00

Gearing up for the Holidays --- doing lots of decorating, little shopping, and feeling very sentimental. Depressed at times also. The weather has been very gray, and not snowy yet. I like the temperate weather, but would like a little snow for Christmas. Can't wait to see the grandkids at Christmas --- and get families together. We do Christmas Eve at our house, and Christmas at my Mom's with sisters and respective husbands for breakfast. Nice time. We will probably cook a dinner for ourselves that afternoon also -- or maybe visit the grandkids to see them with all their new toys.

yet Again

2006-11-03T11:55:00.000-08:00

Well, it's been a while yet again. This time my sister was calling for someone in her office about restaurants in the "Big City". HAHA. He was looking to see where he could use a gift certificate and she said "wait" I'll call my sister! She knows all about places in the area. Very Funny. It's turning cold, and we are planning on packing up the boat this weekend. Always a depressing thing. Other than that, getting ready to hibernate and have lots of fires and comfort food. So, I'm dieting to make sure that I don't put on any extra pounds over the holidays!

More Advice

2006-08-22T12:23:00.000-07:00

Well, they are at it again --- siblings calling to "pick my brain" on where to find certain gift items. The night before I was on the phone with my brother who had "concerns" about my Mother after seeing her for the first time in MONTHS! Told him that if he really wanted to know something to CALL HER. Oh well, he's the oldest and I'm the one who gets all the calls LOL. Back to my advice column.....I should start a web site for gift giving ideas.

Suzie's Advice

2006-07-31T12:36:00.000-07:00

I'm thinking of starting a new column --- I have a sister who always calls me when she needs advice on gift giving, restaurants, etc. Apparently I have good ideas when it comes to this kind of stuff. I'm not sure how I would go about it, but it would be fun to do a q & a for people searching for advice on an assortment of subjects. I also do a lot of traveling which would be another fun topic. I'm thinking....

Been a while

2006-07-18T11:42:00.000-07:00

Wow, it's been quite a while since I've signed on. Surgery went very well, and hubby is not nearly pain free! He has been bike riding -- new bike for Father's day. We've both been trying to bike more.

This a.m., went to court with my step-son --- divorce is starting. Today was pretty much a preliminary thing to get him out of the house and get shared custody of their son. Nothing happened this a.m. -- just the lawyers talking to the judge. Yippee.

Oh well, life goes on. We are experiencing really hot weather and we are loving it while everyone else complains. Good for the boating season --- sailed Saturday and Sunday. Sunday more out of necessity --- engine (diesel) kept quitting on us. It was extremely hot on Sunday, so we kayaked and swam a lot. FUN!

Surgery soon

2006-04-19T12:49:00.000-07:00

Hi --- Next week hubby is going into surgery for his aching back --- and nerve which is affecting leg movement and pain. Scary stuff. I'm starting to feel a bit alone with this -- no one to talk to about what's going on with him except him....Guess I should have kept in touch with girlfriends a bit better. I'm a bit of a loner in that respect. Hope everything goes well -- he is my best friend and recovery could take a bit. In the meantime I am trying to think of something fun to do this weekend to keep his mind off of things.

Come and say "hi"

2006-04-04T11:27:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! We're a fun loving couple looking to meet more people like us. We sail, and love the outdoors. Bike, run, walk, and travel a lot.