Marathons and Wine!

Well my husband and I got away for a few days.... without kids. It was hard on all of us. The kids stayed with their grandparents which hasn't happened for them so there was a bit of a learning curve for all involved! We headed out Sat to San Fran as I was going to do the women's marathon! Cars, trains, planes, trains and a bit of a lost walk around San Fran, we arrived at the Marriott hotel and checked in! We then walked over to the EXPO. It was VERY crowded!! I picked up my stuff and we checked out the Nike goodies. I told my husband he had it lucky as I bought 2 pairs of socks and a cap! They were personalizing sweatshirts and other items, very cool but I didn't want to wait in the long lines. We had a walk, some shopping and then went out for early Italian at Kuletos. Seems a lot of people had the same restaurant on their mind! I had a wonderful big bowl of pasta! Got a good nights sleep which is unusual for me. We were able to walk to the start which is a huge plus for me!! We started in the dark even though it was 7, the air was brisk and there was a good wind unfortunately. I opted for a short sleeve and shorts but could have worn a lightweight long sleeve. I had no idea what to expect so I popped in my corale and chatted with a lot of friendly women. I think 1000 of the finishers were men. We were off and I started cruising downhill. Felt really good, the air brought out my asthma but after a few hacks (sorry to those around me) I felt pretty clear! I enjoyed the run at sea level :-) The course was beautiful and provided stunning views, especially from the tops of the hills we climbed! There were more hills that I had psyched myself up for in the first 1/2. I didn't have my Garmin set to tell me cumulative time, just pace and mileage so I had no idea what I would do. In the end I squeaked in under 3:28 at a 3:27. I was happy, I got a bit tired at the end but no major cramping or bathroom breaks. I picked up my Tiffany necklace which is VERY cool! You can see my pic holding it at the finish line!! We waited in a long line for the bus which was heated and took us back to Union Square. A quick turnaround and we were off to wine country! We stayed at the Sonoma Mission Inn and did a tour at Vianasa on the way! Lovely wines and great food too!! We had a nice dinner that night and an early turn in and lie in! My kind of trip! The next day it was off for more wine tasting and tours, lunch and another nice dinner. We then caught an early flight out Tuesday morning and returned to the kiddos! A fun but brief getaway for my husband and I's 11th wedding anniversary!

Sleep

Well just a few days out before the Nike womens marathon. I am very excited to run this. Sort of wish I had allocated a bit more time to train but sometimes it just doesn't happen. I am looking forward to the chocolate aid station, the pedi station, the jamba juice aid station. I think this will be a lot of fun!! I am a little concerned as Devon, my youngest, has been determined to not let me sleep. Last night wasn't so bad but the night before I was up at midnight, 1, 3, 5, 6. So much for deep sleep! Luckily I can fall back asleep easily! Katelynne is home this week with symptoms of strep- low grade fever, headache, tummy ache but so far her culture is negative? Unfortunately for her it is her last week before tracking off so she is bummed. Plus she isn't sooo sick, just enough to keep her home so as to not spread the germies. Well that is about all for today! My photo today is Devon in her Halloween costume- she is a froggie!

Mimzy is Here!

Most of you are asking who is Mimzy? She is our newest addition to the family! A beautiful little 3 month old calico girl. She is the sweetest baby, she purrs at everything, even in this crazy loud house!! I am attaching her first photo! She barely weighs in at 2 pounds, that could be because we cannot get her to stay still on the scale. Anyhow... the Wilkins girls are in love! She is such a little prissy thing, so different than Tigger who drinks by sticking his entire head in the water bowl and comes up dripping! Mimzy is very clean!!

Speaking of clean, I have 2 girls upstairs in a bath while daddy helps Katelynne make a bit of progress on her book report! I say a bit because there is not much actual work going on. Katelynne is easily distracted!

Tomorrow is a run with friends which should be fun! I hope my legs feel better. The last run I felt like I had two tree posts! I have been fighting off this root canal thing and a cold. The Root Canal Guy (what is their official title?) gave me some wicked medicine to help heal it and so far it is working! My hope is my stomach likes it ok!

Well I spose I am going to make some brownies or something sweet- gotta test out that tooth :-)

Root Canal?

Today was an exciting day for me as my first Press coverage occurred on Fox News. Joana Canals from the Fit on Fox segment wore one of my outfits for her two segments. She promoted Twist and for anyone who didn't catch the segment if you click the link above, you can enter fitonfox and get 15% off your purchase for the month of October!! So I have been sort of busy :-) and at night I have had an ache in my tooth that wakes me up. I am not a fan of the dentist (that is an understatement) but woke up this morning knowing I needed to be seen. I came mighty close to root canal territory but escaped with a 'watch & we hope it is reversible' and a slight shave of the existing crown! Pretty lucky! I really just don't want this tooth to flare up the day before the San Francisco Nike Womens Marathon! I am pretty excited to do this one, I lucked out and got in through the lottery with my girlfriend but she has since decided she is unable to make this one so it is just me. In fact, I don't know anyone else doing it. I hope they allow iPods :-0) I haven't had much time to train so I am relying on past knowledge and 'general fitness' to get me through it. My husband and I are heading to wine country after to have some alone time. I have a bunch of friends running St. George this weekend and wish them all the best!! A couple are hoping to qualify for Boston and one is suffering IT issues and is hoping to make it to the finish!! Good luck girls!