First, and most importantly, I really want to thank the Marines who run the marathon. Period. No ifs, ands, or buts. It's a tremendous effort to manage that many people and much appreciated. I think about 35,000 people get entries for the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), about … [Read more...]
Weekly Roundup: My Horse, A Break from Travel, and What I’m Reading/Watching Right Now
Wow, I can't believe I'm actually home all of September and all of October without a trip planned. The Marine Corps Marathon is the end of October, and I was pretty determined this year not to travel during the weekends where I was to be running 18-22 miles. Because not doing … [Read more...]
Weekly Wrap-Up/Rambles: Next Trip(!), Fun Conversations, Marathons, and the Perfect White Tee
Because I've been busy and lazy, I mean in an attempt to streamline blog content, I've not done a weekly roundup for weeks. But I have a lot to ramble/complain/rant on this week, both on and off the blog (just ask my poor husband). These rambles are the good kind, … [Read more...]
The Marine Corps Marathon in Virginia & DC (and Travel)
I would be remiss in not discussing the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) this past weekend, which starts in Virginia and runs through the nation's capital. DH and I both received entries in the lottery this year, which was really exciting. I ran the MCM last year, but it was DH's … [Read more...]