Five Things Friday: just five things I’m thinking about, or things that made my week, or things that I otherwise feel like sharing. I had my first mentorship meeting earlier this week and I am so thrilled with the person I got matched with. He seems like a very nice...
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ENJOYING | outdoor runs when it’s cool but sunny. It’s really the perfect running weather (but alas, this month was full of rainy days as well and I’ve been constantly adjusting my schedule to fit in my runs.) EATING | cinnamon raisin bagels. You guys, I am a bit addicted...
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Honestly, guys, January has been a blur. I mean, not because I don’t know what happened (there were some fun things), but just like… how is it a month after we sat on the couch and welcomed the new year? I have no clue. For me, this month felt short and...
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How in the world is it Friday again? How is it the last Friday of January? Although in all honesty, I am over January. It’s always a bit of a harsh transition into a new year. I should have wrapped up 2023 in a bow (which I haven’t yet) and...
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STOKED | to be finishing up my last work day of the year. It’s quiet on Campus today. EXCITED | to start my new knitting project over the holidays. I think I mentioned that I have been thinking about knitting a sweater (my second attempt at clothing) and I am...
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photo credit: @markusspiske via Unsplash It’s time for some recent demerits and gold stars. It’s been a few months since I checked in with myself. (As always, credit for this great post idea goes to my friend Elisabeth). Demerits Gold Stars How have things been going for you? Share a...
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I am doing NaBloPoMo this month. 30 blog posts in 30 days. Come join me. #nablopomo2023 STOKED | that quite a few people have signed up for the 8th annual Secret SANta Swap 2023. This is your reminder that the sign-up form will be open until midnight tonight, if you haven’t signed...
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still RIDING | that high from earlier this month when I crushed my goal and set a new personal record at the Urban Cow Half Marathon. It’s been such a mood-boosting experience. I want to talk more about my training and what I think did the trick for me this...
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BAFFLED | that it’s already the end of September. How is that possible? This year has just been flying by for me (anyone else?). I am starting to look forward to cooler temps and changing leaves now. September and October are actually two of the nicest months here in Northern California....
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EXCITED | about finding a painted rock on one of my walks with Jon. If you follow Kim’s blog, you have learned about the art of rock painting. Jon didn’t know the story behind it and I had to tell him what these painted rocks are all about. I think...
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