Run.Chew.Sparkle

Alright folks, we are going to have a little bit of some Real Talk right now... I beat myself something fierce today.... Not physically but mentally... Ever just have one of those moments or days where you just are not feeling it??? You hate everything and anything?? And you get so caught up inside of your head that its hard to get out??? That was me tonight... I had a pretty decent day at work. I was off Sunday and Monday for the holiday and went back to work this morning early. I had set an alarm to get up early so I could get my run before work and well the alarm went off and I just couldn't get out of bed. I had cramps this morning, thanks to Aunt Flo and I just was fine under the covers in dream land. That was the first thing that set me off this morning.  I felt lazy and guilty for sleeping in. But dang I was tired. My family was down last week and man oh man did they keep me busy. We did something every single day. I stayed with them from morning until night. I ...

Happy Tuesday!!! And Happy July, yup we are now officially more than half way done with the year!! July is my favorite month though, mainly because of my Birthday in 13 days lol. Okay, so this Tuesday I have linked up with my best Nanci for this weeks Top Ten Tuesday, make sure you check out her post on her favorites too, there are some really good ones!! This Tuesday we are talking about our favorite Apps on the phones! First off how did we live with out apps on our phones. They are pretty awesome and keep us entertained and at times making our lives so much easier. I am on my phone a HUGE part of the day, checking things, working for it, etc, some say its an obsession well it is just a way of life now. So Here are my favorite apps on my phone right now... 1. My Fitness Pal -I use this to track my calories, meals, food intake, weight, macros and you can also follow other friends too. The best part you can see what they are eating and how they are progressing. I lov...

As you know I love running....I love running short distances, I love running long distances, I love running with friends, on the beach, on land, with family, I even really loved running 26.2 miles. Running gets me out of comfort zone that for most of my life I stayed because I was afraid. I remember when I first started running, I was more concerned with how I looked than rather if I was going to complete the miles or not. In the back of my mind, I knew I was always and would always complete what I started. I love everything that is associated with running too. I love the atmosphere of races. I love finish and starting lines. I love hearing the cheering of the crowds, complete strangers who just want to see you succeed. I love the places running has taken me. I have ran on the beach in a race now twice, I ran in other states when I was doing training plans, such as PA, NY, VA and NC. I have ran hills, which I still hate more than anything. I ran in the woods in my marathon for a bit....

Happy Thursday Morning! I have been up since probably around 5:00 am. I am officially on vacation from work and my Poppy and family are coming down to Florida today for a whole week. To say I am excited is probably an understatement. I have missed my family so much and I am so glad they decided to come see me this year here in FL. So since I have moved onto my second cup of coffee so far, I figured I would sit down and update on some books I have read recently. I plan to get some serious reading in this week also. I have tired after work but we started Game of Thrones and Orange Is The New Black is back and I got consumed with those haha. Okay so recently in the last month and a half I have read 6 books since the last time I have posted about books... Me Before You Gahh this book....Let me just say it is a tear jerker for sure. You will laugh, cringe, get mad, be happy and mostly cry with this novel. This was the first book we have read in my online book club and it was a g...

Good Tuesday Morning Y'all. I am linking up with my Bestie and awesome Blogger Nanci, over at This Crazy Life of Mine to do a Top Ten Tuesday post. Make sure to check out hers too. So for my Top Ten Tuesday, I am going to list my Top Ten Favorite "New" Food Items I found right now. I mean Food is life and snacks are life lol. Those Dilly Bites are heavenly. I found mine at Walmart but I have heard you can find them at Target too! This is the best dip! I especially love it with sliced up cucumbers. I found these at Target. They have 3 other flavors too. They are basically the LaraBars  rolled into little bite sized  pieces. Quick, convenient and have a good amount of flavor. Fage has "crossed over" to the Chobani Flip Side. I love everything new when it comes to yogurt and can not wait to try these. Hmmm maybe this will be breakfast today. I am a HUGE lover of the Belvita Banana Bread Soft Baked and I saw PB...

Good Friday Morning!!!! We are a little more than half way done with the month. Oh my goodness when did that happen. Just wanted to check in because this week has been super crazy for me. It is Father's Day week at work and it is a long one for me because we are a bit busier than normal, is a 10 day work week for me and Father's Day is always tough for me without having my dad around anymore.  The sting of him not here anymore, isn't as bad as it used to be, but it still sucks, helping people buy their gifts and making messages and not being able to do the same thing. By Sunday I am seriously ready for it to be all over and done with. BUT next Thursday my Poppy, uncles and cousins are coming down to Florida for a week long vacation. I am so excited, I can not even explain how excited I am. I am not only get a staycation, but I get the whole week with my family. I am ready for lots of laughs, family time, sun and the beach and doing stuff I don't normally get to d...

Disclaimer: As being part of the Tampa Bay Bloggers, I was given a free meal and gift card from The Winghouse as a exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. The Winghouse has a new summer themed menu for this coming summer. All the yummy goodness I will be showing you, will start next Monday, June 13th at all 26 Winghouse locations. We are talking new starters, meals and dessert and even a new cocktail to sip on while you eat. Okay lets start with some starters: Pretzel Bites. I mean what else could I say about these. They are warm, salty and then you dip them in either Honey Mustard or Cheese. Now here is a honest one, I normally always dip my pretzels in cheese, but I have to say the tangy and spicy of the Honey Mustard was the perfect combo. I recommend you be the judge next... Another fun starter they have is Pulled Pork Nachos. Yes, pulled pork nachos, that have cabbage slaw, chips, cheese, jalpenos, tomatoes and cilantro lime dressing....