the truth:

Jesus is love.

running addict.

My will burns stronger than my legs will.
Next race is Monster Dash half marathon on Oct. 31st in Minneapolis! ..and what makes this EXTRA special is my sister is running her first 5k the same day! So, I have six weeks to get myself into PR (personal record) running shape! My weekly mileage is going to peak at 50 then i'll start to taper for the race. Here my training schedule for this week:
Monday: 7 miles
Tuesday: 5 miles
Wednesday:REST
Thursday:5 miles
Friday: 1 mile warm up, 3 mile tempo, 1 mile cool down
Saturday: 8 miles
Sunday: 5 miles, BIKE

My life wouldn't be nearly as awesome as it is without running. I look forward to my run every single day. It's a time that I can think and dream. One of my favorite things to do is run along the Mississippi river at night with the moon guiding my steps and the stars shining bright. Pure euphoria.

It's so amazing to finally be running again (injury free!). You know who I can thank for that?! Three Rivers Chiropractic.. since I started getting adjustments there I have completely changed my view about my body. I believe that our body is completely capable of healing itself, there's no reason for all the drugs and medicines we put into our system. It's all about WELLNESS! Not only did they heal my numb leg and make me overall a lot healthier.. they also offered me a job there! It's so unbelievably awesome. Things are looking up my friends!
Stay tuned.

awesomeness

• I'm running the Monster Dash Half Marathon October 31st.
• I don't have class until 12:40 today.
• I found the perfect spot along side the Mississippi to sit and think.
• I got a job and it does not involve me serving food or drinks (!!!!!!)
  
• The leaves are turning colors
• Spaghetti Squash is 39 cents a pound right now. Heck yessss!
• Life's gooooood.
  

September 4th, 2009

Now that I'm done (almost) with my crazy, hectic, insanely busy summer of work, I'll hopefully be able to update this blog more often. But I'm not making any promises. So, What's up lately?
- I got a rad vintage camera from my one of the regulars at work. It's an Agfa Ansco from the 70's (pictured above).. I love it! I also got an even older one from an antique store. They fascinate me, I'm gonna try to find some film for the Agfa and develop some pictures myself. How awesome would that be?!
- I'm moved back to La Crosse and I'm loving it. Relaxing days spend laying by the Mississippi, running on the trails, watching the sunset.. ahh, it's good to be back. But sadly I have to go back home and work one more dreadful weekend.
- I'm learning to play guitar, It's a slow process but I'm loving it.
- I re-pierced my nose yesterday :)

- I'm super excited to get back to my normal running routine. I don't feel myself without a week filled with miles!
- That's about it! School starts Tuesday, I've got my books and i'm readddyy! Life's good but it's about to get better. :)

future adventures

The Life List.
Endurance.

• Run a Marathon
• Run an Ultra
  
• Complete a Triathlon
• Run 10+ miles barefoot
• Run a marathon in every state
• Qualify for Boston Marathon
• Ski the Birkie
  

Explore.

• Walk along the Great Wall of China
• Cruise the canals via gondola in Venice
• Visit the Holy Land
• Live in Southern Spain
• Attend Tomatina in Bunol, Espana
• Sleep on a park bench during the Carnival in Cadiz, Espana
• Explore Machu Picchu
• Visit the Holocaust Memorial Museum
• Road Trip around the US
• Dance the tango in Argentina
  
• Watch the finish of Tour de France
• Visit Jim Morrison's grave in Paris
• See all 7 wonders of the world
• Drink a Beer in Munich during Oktoberfest
• Ride a camel in Morocco
• See Earth from space
• Ski in the Swiss Alps
  
• Go for a run in central park
• Sleep on a beach in Costa Rica
  
• Leave the country at least once every year

Other

• Read the Bible cover to cover
• Sky dive
• Learn to play guitar
• Attend a Packer-Viking game
• Read the American classics
• Sleep in a snow fort
• Graduate college
  
• Be a spectator at the Summer and Winter Olympics
• Make my own wine
• Go up in a hot air ballon
• Learn to Salsa dance
• Attend an Owl City concert
• Have a garden
• Complete a crossword from the New York Times
  
• Make a recipe book
• Attend a Broadway show

back to it.

Summer turned out to be different than I expected. I was excited to run hundreds of miles, bike everywhere, read lots of books, work, and just enjoy my time away from school. It ended up being.. different. Work completely exhausted me, I could only run 20-30 miles per week, I barely biked, I was stressed constantly, and sad the majority of the day. But, things have turned around. I moved in with my sister, my running is getting better, I've started biking again, and enjoying beautiful summertime like it should be enjoyed. There's nothing better than running under the stars on a summer night, sleeping with the window open, picking berries, and spending time with family. So.. what I've learned from this kinda depressing summer. (1) I can't change people, I just gotta be myself and not let anyone get under my skin. (2) Running keeps me sane and I need it in my life. (3) Life is awesome and meant to be enjoyed. I've realized lots of things about myself these past months and I'm so EXCITED to get back to La Crosse and resume my wonderful life there. I've got big plans for myself and i'm pumped for it all to start. I have more to say but I wanna go for my run. It's a beautiful rainy night, I'll try my hardest to update this more often.
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I don't need a telescope to see that there's hope

I'll update soon, I promise :)
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