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Introduction to Backcountry Skiing
I have developed a pattern of taking up a new (and sometimes "extreme") sport every few years. I started rock climbing in 2007, I adopted the forefoot strike and discovered that I really, really love running in 2009, then I bought a bike and started cycling in...
someecards
I am a HUGE fan of the website www.someecards.com. Every Friday they send out a newsletter which includes their best cards of the week and funny Tweets (you can sign up for the newsletter on the homepage - DO IT!), but I most look forward to "This Week's Top Posts"...
Speaking of Mileage
Speaking of Mileage - my car isn't the only travel mechanism getting on in years....My beloved Merrell Glove's, which have been with me since my first half marathon, are nearing retirement. It's only a guesstimate, but I would say they have about 1200 miles on them. I...
Mileage
It dawned on me that I have never blogged about one of my major modes of travel: Layla! My 2002 Jetta!Layla and I have been together for 7 years now, we met back in September 2006. Sure, she had some baggage, about 44,000 miles, but hey, who doesn't have baggage these...
Last Day!
Yesterday was my last day at Allrecipes. I cannot say enough good things about my experience there. I worked with some incredible women and was able to grow enormously both personally and professionally. I am looking forward to the next chapter in my life, but it was...
The Dramatic Conclusion: Boulder vs. Seattle
Thanks for all of your comments, support, and encouragement as I make this major life decision! While it was a little fun to keep you all in suspense, I am sorry I didn't get this post up yesterday as promised. I was out having a blast backcountry skiing in...
Decision of a Lifetime
Hi Blog Readers!Sorry for the neglect some of you may have been feeling the last month (okay, maybe just MattyQ and Jared). Life has been a bit hectic here (understatement of the year) and I just haven’t had time to blog. But I miss you my dear readers, and thus I am...
Me-OW!
Having a bad day? This is sure to cheer you up!
What is progress?
What is progress? Can you go backwards? Is it always going forward? Or is it turning around when you hit a cliff and taking a step forward? I recently watched the movie 180° South, an documentary by Jeff Johnson, a climber/surfer who sets off to retrace the trip...
