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{Photo a Day Challenge} day 27

Photo a Day Challenge

day 27...lunch

my 'green monster smoothie'

i've been having these for lunch...you can read more about them here

 

 

why i run

it was misting rain this morning as i drove jackson to school...i had my new mizunos on and the usual apparel that go hand in hand with my shoes, the temperature was nice but lately it seems like i just need a little something to make me stay indoors

the mist slacked off a bit as i drove into the parking lot at my nearby park/track...so what, i'll get a little wet

i grabbed my faithful ipod and away i went

just over 3 miles in 31 minutes...i even sprinted the last quarter mile, and i NEVER sprint anywhere

the sweat was pouring down my face and back...made for a good feeling though, i was glad to be back in the game

one of the many reasons why i run

i took about a 5 month hiatus and i honestly missed running, not only could i tell it physcially...boo!  but time spent with my girlfriends were something i looked forward to

running is something i do for me.

i run for my health

i run for my appearance, sounds vain...i know

i run for my sanity, and trust me...it works wonders

i run for the feeling of accomplishment...3 miles or 13.1, it's still accomplishment

i run because i can

this was the Snickers Half Marathon, Albany Ga last year...just after my finish,  my knee was absolutely killing me due to an overuse injury, and i could barely walk back to the car!  But after a day or 2 of much needed rest, i couldn't wait to do it again

April 22 is my next half marathon, number 3...and I CAN'T WAIT 

 

phew

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 21, 22 and 23

Photo a Day Challenge

day 21...reflection

me...taking a picture of...me, in the mirror!

 

day 22...your shoes

ok, i know i've already posted these once...but i wore them to work and still so very much love them!

 

day 23...something old

an old shed out behind our house...like the color, even though it's called 'rust', maybe should take some photos here? 

 

 

 

 

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 16 and 17

Photo a Day Challenge

day 16...morning

morning coffee...in my favorite plaid mug

 

day 17...water

our back deck, maybe not the most exciting photo but...thought it was perfect due to all the water falling from the sky lately

 

still catching up...

until tomorrow

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 2 and 5

Photo a Day Challenge

day 2...breakfast

i've been on an oatmeal kick lately...straight out of the box and then adding all sorts of fruit and nuts, whatever i have on hand

 

day 5...something you wore

i think this may be my all time most favorite-est shirt...EVER!  jeff bought this for me right before Christmas...it called my name, even though it was a men's shirt! 

and half off...

 

my POD challenge has been a bit out of order, but i'm catching up this week...stay tuned!

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 19

Photo a Day Challenge

day 19...sweet

Biscoff Spread is absolutely heaven...insert angels singing

i actually thought Nutella was a good thing

but.this.is.oh.so.much.better.

it claims to be a spread, but all you need is a spoon

speaking from experience...need i say more?

 

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 18

Photo a Day Challenge

day 18...something you bought

antique chicken coops!  i have been wanting a set of these for a really long time...they were either not large enough or way too expensive.  found a nice guy in murphy, north carolina who located some for me and at a steal-of-a-price!  now...what exactly am i going to do with these? 

 

{Photo a Day Challenge} day 13, 14, and 15

Photo a Day Challenge

day 13...in your bag

not too exciting but...

plaid umbrella, candy cane gum, vera bradley wallet, vera bradley 'catch all'...i'm sure you would find keys, lip stick, lip gloss, goodies headache powder, jackson's knife, random receipts and my phone

 

day 14...something you're reading

The Power of a Praying Parent...my second time to read this one!

 

day 15...happiness

My NEW Mizunos!  finally received these in the mail...ran 4 "happy" miles, so far!

 

you can catch up by clicking on the photo a day category, in the right side bar

everything's better with burlap

my blog gets a ton of hits on "burlap" alone

want to see more burlap? 

here you go!

burlap lamp shade...oh so cute!

invitation

bunting

decor

table runner

ruffled lamp shade

party decor

burlap tote

 

until next time...

 

 

 

drink up!

photo via pinterest

i blame this on pinterest and my quest for really nice skin

but...

this stuff, you have to drink!

my dad actually did this in his post-cancer days...by the teaspoon. straight up. i thought it was disgusting.

the smell alone will make you want to vomit...which says A LOT for me, if I can do it.

 Delighted Momma lists these benefits:

Helps clear acne when taken orally and applied topically. If applied topically you dilute it with water, dab it on a breakout and rinse after 15 minutes. If you have any questions about this or would like me to explain it further you can email me.

• Promotes digestion. A blocked digestive tract can lead to all kinds of skin problems. It is also a natural cure for constipation.

• Super high in minerals and potassium which can help slow down the aging of your skin.

• Helps reduce sinus infections and sore throats. Whenever we have a cold coming on this is what I overdose on.

• Encourages the growth of healthy bacteria within your body.

• Can help ease menstrual cramps.

• It has been used for centuries as a natural weight loss remedy.


 

the part she doesn't mention...the taste!  i think she may state "bitter" but that doesn't even come close.  today is my 5th day of Raw Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar (it must be this kind of apple cider vinegar) and by the 3rd i finally figured out how to get it down without wanting to cry...or throw up

here's what i do:  2-4 tbsps per day is the recommended dose.  i'm on 2-3 for now.  i add ONE tbsp to a small glass and mix with about 2 tbsp of filtered water...then approximately 1 tsp of honey.  i down it through a straw and chase it with water

nice, huh?

all i could think of when i first read about the "benefits" of vinegar...is how i "clean" with vinegar

 

be sure to check out Delighted Momma's Blog it's a good one!