Hey everyone! How was the rest of your day? I have to say, I loved getting into work early and working out during lunch. For the first time in forever, I was home by 5:30pm tonight. I went to my mom and dad’s to chat with them and my Pa for a little while. My Pa goes to bed at 6pm, so I never really get to see him on weekdays, it was a treat! On the way home I stopped at my local coffee and shop and got a coffee, I was feeling really tired and knew I had a ton of homework to do. I got a medium medium roast with a little vanilla syrup and some half and half.

After Adam got home from his run, we made pizza. I was CRAVING carbs and then I realized, I didn’t have any carbs all day…OMG! We used the 100% whole wheat dough from Trader Joe’s I topped my half with marinara, mozzarella, spinach, tomatoes, orange bell pepper and artichoke hearts.

Adam and I rolled the dough really thin so the pizza was super light! YUMMMMM!

Dessert was some decaf tea with a little organic reduced fat milk and a few Trader Joe’s whole wheat chocolate chip cookies. If you have not tried these cookies, you really must!

In Other News:

1. Well, since the cat is pretty much out of the bag, I can now share with you the exciting news I received last night!!!! MY BESTIE MAY IS GETTING MARRIED!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH! Yup, May’s boyfriend fiance Rick popped the question yesterday evening!!!! When I received the call, I hyperventilated a little bit, screamed a lot, got so excited the broke out into hives and actually walked into the wall three times trying to get out of my house to go tell my parents!!! I could not be happier! May is more like my sister and has been my bestie since we were toddlers! I am so excited and so happy that she is marring such a great guy! I truly love Rick and am so excited that he is going to be my bestie-in-law Congrats to the happy couple!!! I love you guys!

Aren’t they a great looking couple? May is going to be a BEAUTIFUL BRIDE!!!!

2. I have received a bunch of ask anything questions and thought I would answer a few in this post before starting on home homework.

Q: Where do you take your outfit picture usually? It looks like a fancy hotel bathroom!

A: I actually take those pictures in the bathroom at work. The building I work in is so beautiful and does look a little bit like a fancy hotel.

Q: What was/is the best way that you get pysched out for a race on race day? What is the most inspirational/motivating speech that someone has told you before a run/race?

A: I get psyched by setting a time goal for myself and making sure I feel well prepared as far as training, dress and hydration. Music is also key to me during a race. I have a great “race playlist” that pumps me up and keeps me feeling upbeat and motivated. I have had a few motivating speeches before races that benefit a certain cause. Remembering what it is all about before that gun goes off really puts into perspective why I am there. I had an awful race a few months ago and Adam ran beside me the whole time motivating me, I would say that “talk” was the most motivating speech I have ever received. Also, I do a lot of reflecting during my races, thinking about how far I have come really helps me to feel motived and strong during a race.

Q: Did you count calories when you first decided to loose weight?

A: Yes, I counted calories for about 4-5 months, after while it started to feel too limiting and I had sort of gotten the hang of how to eat well and still loose. I do recommend trying it out if you are trying to loose weight, it makes you realize what you are taking in and what you are burning.

Q: HOW MUCH DO YOU CURRENTLY WEIGH AND WHAT SIZE DO YOU WEAR? WHAT DID YOU WEIGH BEFORE YOUR WEIGHT LOSS AND HOW MANY SIZES HAVE YOU DROPPED?

A: Yikes, I said ask anything, right? Ok, I currently weigh 121 lbs (as of a few weeks ago, maybe a little more may be a little less). I am a size 4. Before my weight loss/life style change, I was 152 lbs and I was a size 8.

Q: How does it feel to know that your son hangs out with a big grey thug?

A: hahahaha! This is clearly someone who knows our dogs! The “Grey Thugs” that is being referred to is Oscar’s bestie Stolki. Stolki is the dog of my bestie May and her fiance (!!!!!!!) Rick.

To answer the question, I feel GREAT about it! I love Stolki-muffin, he is a great dog and I love having him around (even though Oscar is so mean to him sometimes).

Q: I absolutely love your blog. It is super cute. I was wondering if you would disclose your current weight and height. I am in the process of losing a couple unwanted pounds, and I think you are an inspiration. (because of your healthy eating and fitness)

A; Thtnks, that is very sweet. So glad you like my blog I addressed my weight above. My height is almost 5’6.

Q: Why did you decide to start blogging?

A: Good question! I decided to start blogging because reading other blogs was so helpful to me, I wanted to help others. And…it is REALLY fun!!!

Well, I am off to do homework. Keeps your questions coming. You can click here to submit an anonymous question by clicking here.

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