I’m ready…

No more THIS!

The Maryland meteorologists like to say that around here, spring gets started March 1, regardless of its official debut in a few weeks. I like to believe them, because I am always more than ready for spring. I’m ready: To exchange gloves for bare hands To put away the headlamp To stash the hats To switch from tights to shorts To pull on sunglasses To [...]

Time to pick the throw-aways!

From the "what the hell is this color" file

I see so many blogs where runners put all kinds of thought into the perfect race day outfit. For me, that end of it is simple–I want practical–lots of pockets for gels, and cool. Plus, I run for Oiselle, so that makes it even easier. Boston morning will see me sporting my Oiselle tank an shorts. Done! The harder part for me is picking the [...]

Looks like I made it

Last day of the year--in a skirt--yes!

Eight weeks back to running–the final eight weeks of the year.  And I made my childish goal of not wearing full-length tights until 2012. I’m pretty darn excited, I have to say! Coldest run in nothing more than capri’s–one early morning down around 24 degrees. It really wasn’t bad, though. I’ve discovered through this little experiment that as long as my knees are covered, I’m [...]

Mostly Wordless Wednesday

I’m a bit annoyed at the fact that it’s almost April here in Maryland and I have to wear tights. Anyone else with me on this??? Related Posts:I’m ready…Character builderWhat I’m loving right nowMonday mixTrick of the (summer) trade

I’m a hold out

You may have heard me mention 1,000 a few times that I don’t like winter. Can’t stand it. Don’t like the white stuff one bit. I could go on and on. So I’m in a bit of weather denial right now. Yesterday when I headed out, the temp was about 33. Today, 36, although it felt even colder. Instead of dressing like it’s that cold, [...]