Category Archives: Holidays

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A Little Soul To Start My Day

Date: December 23, 2011 at 9:14 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 34

Last night I wanted to do something involving sweat. But my legs felt like they had been filled with lead and beaten with several sticks, and I was sugar crashing hard. So instead of spinning or yoga-ing or something along [...]

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Thankful Things Thursday: Happy Holidays!

Date: December 22, 2011 at 9:19 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 38

It seemed like practically everyone on the subway this morning had big bags filled with wrapped gifts and massive suitcases in tow. When I say “in tow” I mean “thanks for running over my big toe with your giant bag, [...]

It’s OK To Indulge During The Holidays

Date: December 21, 2011 at 9:02 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 99

Last night after work I attempted to get some quality Christmas shopping taken care of. I headed to the Columbus Circle Holiday Markets, which is one of my favorite city spots this time of year. (Hint to city shoppers: The [...]

My Friends Make Me Feel Festive

Date: December 19, 2011 at 9:07 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 39

You know what’s important in life? Chocolate. Good drinks. Laughing. Also, and maybe most importantly, great friends. Even better? Great friends with chocolate who make you laugh while drinking good cocktails. And that pretty much sums up my Sunday. Yesterday [...]

Thankful Things Thursday: Shipping Shirts, Broadway Shows & A Subway Winner

Date: December 15, 2011 at 9:23 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 36

Hello. It’s Thankful Things Thursday, and rather than go through my whole speech about what that means, I’m just going to dive in and if you haven’t tagged along for this little holiday before, I’m sure you can figure out [...]

On Garmin-Free Running

Date: December 12, 2011 at 9:09 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 53

After the Las Vegas Half Marathon, I went on and on about how I was discouraged with racing. My brain wanted to go fast, but my legs couldn’t keep up. How dare they not work in perfect harmony, right? Rude. [...]

I’m Ready To Taper

Date: November 28, 2011 at 9:05 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 40

Hello! It’s been a while. You know what was awesome about the Thanksgiving break? Spending time with my family and not feeling the need to document every minute of my trip. I love blogging, but this weekend I also really [...]

A Very Thankful Thanksgiving

Date: November 24, 2011 at 11:01 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 52

It’s Thankful Things Thursday and it also happens to be Thanksgiving. Look at that! I feel luckier than ever lately so excuse me while I gush, gobble and fawn over all the things I’m truly thankful for today. I’m thankful [...]

Taper To-Do List

Date: September 6, 2011 at 7:59 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 26

You know what’s awesome? Four day work weeks. You know what’s not awesome? I had my first marathon nightmare last night. I didn’t have a place to stay the night before the race, and then when I finally got a [...]

The Day I Ate 20 Miles For Breakfast

Date: September 3, 2011 at 11:55 am- by Ali- Comment(s): 49

Today was the run I’ve been wanting. It was the run I needed. It was the run that convinced me I’m going to kick the crap out of the Hamptons Marathon on September 24. My confidence has officially been boosted. [...]