So, I will just go ahead an skip the "I haven't written in forever..." introduction to my post. I know, it's been a while. As always, blogging about life can sometimes interfere with actually living it so this inadvertent hiatus was really a necessity. Luckily, a lot has happened in my racing and training since my last post … Continue reading Highs and Lows: Lots of Lessons So Far in 2014
HOW TO: Creating My Anna from Frozen Costume
Well, I never thought I would be in a position to say this but I am actually writing a post by popular demand. When I set out to create my costume for the 2013 Wine & Dine Half Marathon, I really just wanted to create something that I would love. By October/November, I was already following news about … Continue reading HOW TO: Creating My Anna from Frozen Costume
Race Recap: 2013 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon
For the third year in a row, I took the plunge and signed up for the 2013 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. It's really hard to pass up any of the Florida runDisney races because, let's face it...how many people are lucky enough to live next door to some of the most well done … Continue reading Race Recap: 2013 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon
This Season Is Off To A Stellar Start!
Let me start by saying - HAPPY BIRTHDAY WHYHELLODOLLY.COM! Today marks the one year anniversary of the day my little blog was born. Although I can't say I've always been consistent over the last year, my commitment to sharing my journey through life, love, and running with all of your remains strong. Here's to many … Continue reading This Season Is Off To A Stellar Start!
Well Holy Cow…
It is almost incredible to think about everything that has happened in the last month (ahem...plus) since I last found the time to write a blog post! Here are just a few of the highlights: Our Anniversary Cruise I will have to write a full recap post but we had a fabulous time sailing aboard … Continue reading Well Holy Cow…
August In Review
I knew I was delinquent in my blogging duties but really, how did almost a month go by since my last post? I suppose I have been just a bit busy, though. Here's just a snapshot of what's been going on: I have been to California and back...twice Work is busy but rewarding as ever … Continue reading August In Review
Last time I checked, it was June?
Time is a funny thing. Sometimes it creeps by (like when you're on the cusp of something really exciting happening), and other times you really cannot fathom how it has disappeared. I distinctly remember sitting around thinking "Wow, Charles' July 3rd Birthday is just two months away." Now I'm not quite sure how it's come, … Continue reading Last time I checked, it was June?
Achilles, Ailments and Other Activities
So it has been another busy week or two here in our household. Where to even begin? The 4th of July ends up making for an incredibly busy week in our home as my dear husband Charles was born on July 3rd! This leads to a flurry of activity and a convenient day off the … Continue reading Achilles, Ailments and Other Activities
Boy Have We Been Busy!
In addition to the normal insanity that makes up our everyday life, we've added something new to the mix this week: home renovations! The Background We bought our beautiful home just over a year ago and knew there was one big project we definitely would need to take on at some point. The house was practically … Continue reading Boy Have We Been Busy!
Adventures at Sea: Paddle Boarding Fun!
Last week was yet another busy week that rolled into an equally busy but fun-filled weekend! What's life without a little adventure? Well this week's adventure comes compliments of a LivingSocial deal with Central Florida Paddle Boarding. A couple months ago, we picked up a deal for 90 minutes of Paddle Boarding for 4 and … Continue reading Adventures at Sea: Paddle Boarding Fun!