Scott Ward Memorial Fit for Duty 5k

I ran the Scott Ward Memorial Fit for Duty 5k this morning.  Scott was killed in the line of duty on Black Friday last year when he responded to a domestic disturbance call.  Scott believed in fitness and healthy nutrition.  He was a great supporter for the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program and the Shining Star Camp.  It was an honor to run with some of the men and women who put their life on the line for our protection every day. 

It was really muggy this morning but I was able to PR.  My pace was around 11.33 and I finished in 34.36.  I was very proud.  I ran 5 miles on Friday morning for a total of 8 miles for the week. 

My half marathon is in 2 weeks.  I'm excited and nervous but ready to ROCK IT!!! 

10 Miles

 

I'm so proud of myself and all of my running buddies.  Some of us are training for a half and other's are training for a full marathon.  I ran 10 miles early Saturday morning and I must say, it wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be.  I'm not going to lie, the last .8 of a mile like to have killed me.  I really struggled but pushed through it.  My half is three weeks away.  I'm excited and nervous.

 

I committed to 50 miles in November for the Pile on the Miles challenge.  Her are my results so far:

 

Week 1 (11/1-11/2):   6 Miles

Week 2:  (11/3-11/9):  10 Miles

 

Have a great week!

Randy turn's 40

On Saturday, we went to the Farm to celebrate our friend Randy's 40th birthday.  It was a great day filled with football, good food and a band.  Randy didn't have a clue about the party.  Our friends, Matt & Amy, have some hunting property in Monroe County and it's way back in the woods.  You have no cell phone signal unless you stand in the perfect spot.   

 

 

Matt & Amy went to a fundraiser last year for Auburn's Nursing program.  Matt bought a tree and Pat Dye came to the farm to dedicate it.  If you're an Auburn fan, the best part of a win was to roll the oak trees at Toomer's Corner.  It was a tradition.    After the win against Tennessee, we rolled the tree!

 

 

(Sonya, Me, Randy, Amy and Shannon)

 

It was a great weekend!  Lee and I are so blessed to have such wonderful friends.  WAREAGLE!!!

Five on Friday- A Whole Lotta Random

Happy Friday!!!  It's been a super busy week so I am very happy that today is Friday. 

 

{One}

 

We are going to the Farm tomorrow to celebrate a friend's 40th Birthday!  My Mother-in-Law is watching Parker so it will be nice to escape for the day and be surround by adults.  We will be watching football, eating and a band will be there in the afternoon to play.  It should be a great day! 

 

{Two}

 

10 Mile run tomorrow morning at 4:30.  I know it's silly but I really do enjoy waking up at the crack of dawn to meet my friends and pound the pavement. 

 

{Three}

 

Parker's daycare is preparing for their Christmas program.  Parker's class has three songs so we practice at home every night.  It's so cute and this momma is giddy about the fact that he will be in a Christmas program.

 

{Four}

 

I want these boots so bad.  I hope I can find them on sale for Black Friday!

 

{Five}

 

Dunkin' Donuts opened this week in Daphne.  Lee and I have been very excited and we plan to make a stop at some point this weekend!

 

Okay, have a great weekend!!! 

Senior Bowl Charity Run

Saturday morning I ran a local 10K race....the Senior Bowl Charity Run! A ton of my Sole2Soul Sisters were running this race. The weather was perfect.  My official time was 1:14:46.  That is under a 12 minute mile, which was my goal.  I'm not sure what was wrong with my body but it wasn't feeling the run at all.  I had a horrible headache after the race which went on all day long.  Every time I would eat something, I would feel sick to my stomach.  My body was hydrated so I'm still trying to figure out what may have caused me to feel like that.

 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!  We started the festivities off last night at the Fall Festival at church.  Parker and Avery had a blast.  They jumped in the bouncy house and got their face painted.  These two kiddos are so cute and sweet. 

LOOK IN THE SKY, IT'S A BIRD...IT'S A PLANE...NO, IT'S SUPERMAN!!!  Is he the cutes Superman or what! 

 

 

I was able to attend Parker's party at school and it was so much fun.  It was the first time that I have ever been able to leave work and go.  The bad part was when I got ready to leave, he cried.  Next time I will make sure I can take him home when I leave.  It was an ugly cry!

 

I hope everyone has a wonderful Halloween!

Pile on the Miles Challenge

Is it just me or did October just fly by?  I can't believe we are 1 day shy of November.  November is one of my favorite months.  The leaves start to fall, lots of weekend family activities and focusing on how blessed I am.  Yes, Thankful November!!!  My least favorite thing about November is that I tend to put on weight.  So, in order to keep the pounds off, I am linking up with  Monica from Run, Eat, Repeat for the "Pile on the Miles"  challenge. 

In November she hosts this amazing walking/running challenge to pack on some mileage instead of the lbs. The Holidays are approaching, and you know we want to look our best at all those family gatherings and work functions.

You sign up - keep your miles accountable each week - and also could win some cool prizes. You set a goal for yourself for the month and keep the spreadsheet updated each week - if you make the goal.

I set my goal for the month - 50 miles. Join in the fun with me?

If interested head over HERE and sign up!!! Let's RUN....