Three Things Thursday: Just 'cause

1. I ran yesterday for the first time since my half marathon in January! It was awesome. I think I had forgotten how much I enjoy running, I was just so worried about my knee... I messed it up pretty badly somehow during the Tinkerbell run and couldn't walk normally for more than a month afterward. I'm going to be VERY cautious as I get back into the swing of things but 2.8 miles at an average of 13m/m felt really good, so Yay!

2. It's almost the end of the semester and I'm in really good shape to pull off A's in everything! This of course is only possible if I don't let myself get pre-summer lazy-itis and give up on studying. I know it doesn't make much difference whether I end up with A's or B's as long as I pass, but the prideful part of me really wants to prove just how smart I am when I listen to all those frustrated elementary school teachers who just wanted me to apply myself and reach my potential. Also, I kinda like letting my Dad see that, not only did I inherit my mom's musical/creative aptitude, but I got a lot of his skill for sciences as well!

3. After the semester is done, my younger brother and I are taking a sibling vaca to Disneyland and I cannot wait! Equal parts loving him and loving Disneyland = an awesome celebration of the end of a rough semester and the beginning of a relaxing summer.

Shoes!

So true.

Check out my new kicks! I'm so pumped, I think I'll go for a run! 

Bonjour!

So once you've fallen off the blogging wagon, how do you get back on? One or two awkward posts about how you've been SO busy and here's why!? Whatever, I'll tell you if it becomes important.

Anyhoo, I'm all signed up for my next half marathon which means I've gotta get back to running (sadly I haven't run a lick since Januarys race!) which seemed so much easier when I was writing about it... so here I am! Also, it's almost summer vacation and I need something to do, so please bear with me if I post a lot of non-running related stuff...

Allons-y!

No Rest for the Weary

I've been so terrible about keeping up, the half marathon came and went - recap coming hopefully soon. It was a blast and I highly recommend a Disney race to anyone who is starting out. Everyone was so friendly and social, there was no pressure to be fast or hardcore or anything.

The new semester started pretty much as soon as I got home for Anaheim. This Spring I'm tackling Anatomy, American Government, some more Chemistry and Dance Workshop. I think it's gonna be lots of fun, so far my instructors are all very good lecturers, easy to follow and seem to really enjoy what they teach. Also I have at least one friend in every class so I don't feel quite so new and awkward anymore!

The downside is that my schedule is a little odd. I only have class three days a week, but they are looooooong days. I'm talking 14 hrs! Tonight is the end of my first school week and the third day in a row I have gotten up at 6:30am and gone to bed after 10:30pm. I'm really looking forward to sleeping in a bit tomorrow morning, but I don't want to get into a habit of sleeping late on non-school days. What's the best way to adjust to a schedule like this? I don't ever work early on my non-school days so I don't really want to wake up at 6:30 every morning but I also don't want to be exhausted Tuesday through Thursday... any suggestions?

More running-related posts to come, I promise! Til then, sweet dreams!

Is This What It's Like to Get Old?

I couldn't help myself this morning, I had to snap a photo of my 'breakfast of champions."

Don't worry, I also had a Costco muffin!

Things I'd love to find in my stocking this Christmas: a pill organizer. You know, with a different slot for each day of the week. I could set out my pills each Sunday night and not have to fuss with all the child-safety tops early in the morning, before my coffee has a chance to kick in.

In case you're wondering what all those pretty little pills are, we've got 

• a multi-vitamin - cause my diet is far from balanced
• an allergy pill - I don't know exactly what I'm allergic to but these guys help a bit
• fish oil - mainly for my joints but it does good elsewhere too
• Aleve - is it sad that I have to take a painkiller every morning?
• biotin - makes my hair and nails grow like weeds, I highly recommend it!

Tomorrow morning is my last regular class and then it's finals study mode all the way. My boss was awesome enough to give me this weekend off so I will have time to study, but to be honest I'm already feeling pretty good! I'm planning to fit in some runs during my study breaks since my BFF and I are signed up for a 5K/10K double-header on Christmas Eve eve, yikes!! Also, I've got tickets to see the Nutcracker this Sunday, gotta get into the holiday spirit before it's too late...

Do you have an arsenal of pills too? Any I should add to my regimen? How about last minute study tips? Or pills that help you study... pills that improve your memory... pills that make you run farther? 

When logic and proportion

Have fallen sloppy dead

And the white knight is talking backwards

And the Red Queen's "Off with her head!"

Remember what the dormouse said

Feed your head

What's in Your Purse?

I have not been blogging, I have not been running, so what have I been doing? Homework. Lots and lots of homework. And when I'm not in class or doing work for class, I'm at work making money so I can pay for more classes. I'm freaking exhausted, my body is sore, my mind is mushy and I cannot wait for it all to be done.
Today, I'll give you a little peek into my day-to-day with a "What's in Your Purse?" Now, my purse these days is not so traditional, but you know what I'm getting at right?

1. My Backpack
• Outer Pocket: Hand lotion, sunglasses, wallet, pencil pouch, mini-purse (where I keep my lip balm, bobby pins, phone and other very small bits and pieces), headphones, and UniPak slides.



• Inner Pocket: Biology lab manual and lecture binder, day planner, umbrella, and Athletic Training textbook and notebook.



2. My Dance Bag
• Baby wipes, deodorant, hair brush, head band, ballet shoes, ancient jazz shoes, and not pictured: clean clothes cause I sweat like nobody's business in class!

So there you have it, all the junk I lug around. Hopefully soon I will get back to running and blogging about running!

Traveling Thoughts

Are we still supposed to get to airports 2 hours before our flights? Maybe it's just me, but every time I arrive early I end up just waiting at the gate for hours.

What's the story with the body scan selection process? I don't know if I should be flattered or offended that they chose me over the shady-looking fat lady before me. Do I look devious or did they just want to check me out?

One of my biggest pet peeves: women who don't wash their hands in public restrooms! Just sticking them under the water for a second does not get them clean, and using that water to fix your hair is almost as bad as just dipping your head in the toilet. Soap is good, use it please!

Also, airports are one of my favorite places to people watch! Have a great weekend friends!