Category Archives: travel
God Bless America, and God Bless Texas!
*Note: They do say the above as if they are two separate things! Score one point for the Country of Texas argument! Wednesday Wednesday was our travel day. We flew out of GRR on a Chicago-bound flight (with 3 of … Continue reading
Running The Woodlands: My First Half Marathon
We’re just back from Texas, and what a trip it was! More about the non-running aspects of the trip to come, but first up is a recap of the main event: The Woodlands Marathon for Kevin and The Woodlands Half … Continue reading
Three Times Three Things Thursday: of a Road Trip, Running, Bailey, Shopping, Food, Yoga, and Valentine’s Day
Yes, that would be 9 things! What can I say? It’s been awhile. I’ve got a lot to share. Without further ado, some of what’s been going on around here: 1. Super Bowl Weekend This year, we spent Super Bowl … Continue reading
If I Were Any More Proud, I’d Pop!
Kevin’s first Ironman. What an EXPERIENCE! I laughed. I sobbed. I deafened the poor people surrounding me as I threw my arms above my head and screamed as Kevin crossed the finish line. What a whirlwind, and what an awesome … Continue reading
Up North 2011: Chapter 3
Tuesday was the rainy day of vacation. When we first got up, it was just overcast and a bit drizzly. So, we started the day out with a walk up to the market for a newspaper. On the way back … Continue reading
Thankful Thursday: Attitude Shift Edition
The grumpy old man stereotype. You know, the "Get off my lawn!" guy. Yesterday, that was just about me. Minus the old, and minus the man, of course. But I was grumpy. And my "lawn", otherwise known as my favorite … Continue reading
Up North 2011: Chapter 2
What? Up before 7 a.m. on vacation? Yes, a certain puppy ensured that we wasted no time by sleeping in on vacation! But you just can’t be mad at such a cute face or when the forecast looked as good … Continue reading
Up North 2011: Chapter 1
Our first full day Up North, Sunday 7/31, lived up to its name. It dawned incredibly beautiful and SUNny! In fact, I don’t think we could have ordered a better day if we’d tried! Kevin, Bailey, and I all started … Continue reading
Paradise in 11 Parts~ Part 7: North Shore Galore!
On Tuesday, we headed up to the North Shore. Though we left around 7 am, there was still major traffic around Honolulu. I couldn’t deal with it day after day, but I suppose it’s the price you pay to live … Continue reading
Paradise in 11 Parts~ Part 6: Pearl Harbor, Hiking, Beach Time & a Special Anniversary Dinner
Our guide book said "Plan your visit to Pearl Harbor like a military campaign." So plan we did. We took no bags, as anything beyond you and your camera is not allowed. We brought snacks/provisions to leave in the car. … Continue reading


