Spring Fever
Hey everyone! Thank you so much for the wonderful comments on my last post. It’s strange that I don’t feel uncomfortable when I’m exercising in a group, say at the gym, or if I’m out on a trail amongst others that are running/walking/biking. There is just something about being out there alone and “on display” , so to speak, that makes me feel uncomfortable and vulnerable that way. Still, as many of you mentioned, I do move on and power through it. That day, it just messed with my head too much to have me make it on such a long run !
But, I better get over it.
Why?
Because of this…
I’ve lost my mind. Or have a fever. Or both.
I registered for it yesterday. And I’m not April-foolin’ ! I’ve been eyeing it up for a while and talked about it with a few people. One thing led to another….and here I am. Officially registered for my first ever Half Marathon! I’ll have more to come in another post about how this all started!!!
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Now, let’s get to some food!
Breakfast started off in a similar fashion. Just a slight twist using nonfat cottage cheese instead of yogurt…
Still topped with my favorite combo: strawberries and Kashi Go Lean Crisp Cereal. My strawberries were on steriods…
I was out and about most of the day doing errands. I brought along a snack to tie me over…
I made a pit-stop at home for lunch. I had a tough time deciding what to have and finally settled on an egg sandwich on a Bagel Thin with spinach and cheese along with a Gala…
Yawn.
I tried to spice it up with some BBQ POPchips…
The daughters were having dinner with grandparents, so the husband and I took a pre-dinner walk with our BIRTHDAY BOY!
Rocky loved his birthday walk! I think we all have spring fever 
The husband and I tried to finish up leftovers for dinner. Actually, the only leftover he ate was bread. I couldn’t talk him into my leftover Baked Rice, Beans and Vegetable Casserole :\
I served it over some baby spinach with grated sharp cheddar…
He doesn’t know what he’s missing.
No birthday is complete without cake…..made of ground beef, of course…
and singing “Happy Birthday” to the big 4 year old…
He’s clearly confused by it all.
But, he liked his cake…
Looked good to me, too! Only 2 more days!!!!!
Have a great weekend, everyone!
It’s going to be beautiful and warm. I hope to be spending lots of time outdoors!
What’s your favorite outdoor activity?
Questions? Email me! aloserforlife@gmail.com
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I’ve given my co-workers instructions to shoot me in the head if I ever sign up for a half-marathon… but I think it’s a GREAT thing for YOU to do!
I’m so excited for you!! There is nothing like training for and then crossing the finish line at your first half marathon! Can’t wait to hear how it goes!!
WOW, look at YOU, missy! Way to go. Very proud of you! And yes … two more days until … yeah. I get it, babe. Totally. Right there with ya! Great job on signing up for the half-marathon, and outstanding job on going vegetarian for Lent.
Marisa!!!
So awesome!! You are going to ROCK at the half!!!
And a big happy birthday to Rocky!!!
I’m so excited for you!!!! If I dont get into the NYC Marathon I think I am going to do the Philly Marathon!! Happy Birthday Rocky!
Your dog is adorable! Happy birthday to him!!
You signed up for a half marathon! You go Marisa! I’ve done 3 now. (The first was when I was probably 230 lbs). So if I can do it, you can do it! Good luck training for it. Do you have a running buddy to run with you the whole way? My friend and I did it together and it helped a lot!
My favorite outdoor activity? Well, anything! I like walking, running, biking (although not very good at it). I just love it when it’s nice out. In Chicago, it’s rare sometimes! Yesterday it was about 82*!!
That’s awesome! I’m sure you can find a group to train with (either through a running shop or local running club). It’s so much more fun that doing it alone
Wow – congrats! Because it’s a few months off, I am thinking maybe I’ll sign up for the 8k. Thanks for the inspiration!
Happy birthday to your puppydog
Congrats on signing up for your 1st 1/2 Marathon! whoohoooooooo!
I am proud of you!!! 
Happy Birthday Rocky!
SO cute!
Just being outside is wonderful after the winter we had! I love going to the park with my boys and of course, running!!
and wow – half marathon! that is awesome! I am doing my first 5K in two weeks, can’t imagine doing 13 miles!!
Happy Birthday to Rocky!
So cute! 
Wow!!! A half marathon! You rock!
Have a great weekend!
Rocky is so cute! My berries look like some genetic experiment, too. What is up with that??
You will do great at the 1/2!
Hi Marisa congrats on signing up for the run!
Great minds think alike they say, we do have the same post title today!
Happy Birthday day to Rocky.
So what are you going to have for your first non vegetarian meal?
Huge congrats on signing up for the half marathon – amazing! I recently signed up for the half…and also must have a fever…because I switched to the full. On some runs I think to myself, what are you thinking?! But that’s what makes life fun, right? So excited to watch you take this journey.
I’m impressed. Half marathon is a bit out of my league. I wrote about you over at Ryan’s place yesterday. I hope that was okay.
Happy Easter.
That’s hilarious! Happy Birthday, Rocky!
Great job on getting into the marathan, I’m sure you will do great!
WOW! how wonderful! Congrats on signing up for the half marathon. You’ll do great!
Favourite outdoor activity… probably trail walking through the woods.
Half Marathon = absolutely insane.
ha ha love the cake!
Woohoo. So proud of you and can’t wait to run w ith you. I haven’t signed up yet, but I will!! Thanks for being my inspiration.
WOW! props, marisa! congrats and best of luck!
Hey – your egg sammie looks like mine!
In Clean Eating magazine this month they have black bean tostadas using Arnold thin’s – I may try that this week and I’ll let you know how it is!
Hope you had a great Easter – and congrats on signing up for a half!
Congrats on signing up for your 1/2 marathon!!
Marisa – not sure if you will see this or not, but I decided to create a blog for myself! Never thought I would as I don’t feel I’m as creative as you all but I thought it would help me get to goal! So check it out and let me know what you think. Any ideas or suggestions, please share!
Sorry, my site is http://www.gettogoal-amanda.blogspot.com
Also question, why did you decide to switch from blogger to wordpress?
Your half-marathon registration is music to my ears. You CAN DO IT! I’ve had my own share of “oh sh*t” moments after registrations. It’s ALL good. xxoo – Lori