Save the Frogs 5k Report and More

It's been way too long since I've updated this site.  #NewMomsTalkHasTakenOver

Here's what we've been up to:

• An awesome race at the Save the Frogs 5k (If you are in the Seattle area, this is a wonderful and worth-it race with a tough hill near the start!).
• A little DIY project for Susanna.
• Enjoying the world of cloth diapers. 
• A fabulous Wasatch Mountain hike- well one of many.

We hope you are all having a fabulous time!

Happy Mother's Day to all who are called "mom!"

Macklemore Half Challenge

While Scott was gone, I needed to do "stuff" with Susanna, so I created a Macklemore Half Challenge a la (with changes) the Unofficial one from John and Sherry at Young House Love.  We had a blast!

Susanna is already in love with this $1 great find!

We did, however, pass on the skis.  

When it was all said and done, we spent $8.50 out of our $10.

Oh and during the weekend, I learned a lot.  

A Birthday Hike & A Perfect Moment

Utah was in the mid-60's on my recent birthday, so we hiked in those beloved Wasatach Mountains.  Susanna did amazing and slept for most of it!

Then something else unbelievable happened- a moment like no other.  It was perfection!

I'm so grateful for these moments... and all of them that make up my beautiful life!

Antelope Island Buffalo Run Race Report

Amazing.

Great people.

Fabulous swag.

Beautiful course.

Incredible RD.

Cold, windy, snowy, and sunny.

Full report is here.

Four race options (100 mile, 50 mile, 50 k, and 25 k).

A "must do" race.

Buffalo stew.

We'll be back.

Run it!

You'll be glad you signed up!

Park entry fee included in the race fee.

Four Meals-One Week

Scott and I went on a cooking frenzy last week, sampling new meals galore.  For 4 meals we spent a bit under $8.  We had the majority of the ingredients on hand.

It's all detailed here- including pretty pictures.  Oh, and all of the meals were a yummy tasty success including one before Scott's first race in a long time- the Buffalo Run on Antelope Island.

More details about that race are coming soon.  In short- amazing. phenomenal people. tough hills. freezing. beautiful. Utah.

Love and Peace!

TBI and Parenting

Ever wonder what it's like to parent with someone that has a TBI?  I wasn't sure how it would work, and so far, I've learned a lot.  I'm thankful that Scott is who he is, and there's more here.

Wishing you all of the best.

26.2 Sonnets for Runners

Reading is good for the soul, especially when it inspires us or makes us feel comfortable.

26.2 Sonnets for Runners does just that for me.  Maybe I'll run another 26.2 or just the .2.  Quantifying aside, I'll just run.  When the trail are more snow-and-ice free it'll be a bit easier, too!

What are you running and reading lately?

Happy Monday!

Trail Running and Motherhood

The trails are still covered in snow in Utah, but we're going to scout them for the hopes of a hike later today. Scott has plans to do the Buffalo Runs on Antelope Island later this month.

All of this has lead me to reflect on how trail running prepped me for being a mom.  There's definitely more than what I share here, but it's a good start.

For now, I'm looking forward to getting out on the Ogden River Parkway later today with Susanna, as it's supposed to be (gasp!) in the mid 40's today here.

Hope you are well!

SHE Drums

We recently made a 0 dollar drum for Susanna that she loves!  Loves to the point of smiling, cooing, oohing, and awwing.  Yes, she's vocal and competes with the drum!

Check it out!

Pregnancy Hikes

Let's take a look back at all of those beautiful hikes while pregnant in the fabulous Wasatch Mountains.  The same mountains that are preparing for a massive amount of snow in the upcoming days.

Happy Tuesday.

Valentine's Day Fun!

So Scott and I continued our annual tradition of hunting Valentine's Day candy on Valentine's Day at night.  Yes, we're rock stars like that.  We go out after 8 pm and see what we can find or want.

Nada.

I did get some sale stuff this morning though while my two favorite sleepers were snug next to each other.  Ah, a wife's love- leaving the warmth of a baby-and-hubby filled bed to get cheap candy for her man!  Yeah, that's who I am!

For more of our Valentine's Day, check out this cute picture and also what Susanna made her Dad.

We hope you had a great day and enjoy your long weekend!

Family Fun Across the USA

Happy Valentine's Day!

Here are some fun family happenings this long weekend in our super country.

Peace.

Workout Clothes Pregnancy Style

It's finally written, so here it is.  What I wore when I was pregnant and working out.

Happy Tuesday.

DIY Wipes (Simple and Easy!)

The best thing (or one of the best things) that Scott and I have done since having Susanna is to use the cloth wipes!  We love them! She loves them!  The Earth benefits greatly from us loving them!

Read all about it here.

Wishing you all a great week!

Rounding Up the Week

A few bits and pieces to wrap up the week as we look ahead to all of life's adventures.

• Prayers and thoughts go out to all affected by Nemo.  
• A very sweet Photo Friday with Scott and Susanna.  
• Some fun times across the great USA.  
• The new time zone in which we live.  
• Every mom learns something new.

Yes, that spells out PASTE and it was done unintentionally for a bit of fun.

Wishing you all well.

Peace from us.
 

Transition not DNF

No truer words have been said about Susanna's birth than the post title.

My friend, Anne-Marie, was instrumental in helping me to accept it.  It's not too ironic given her experience at Ironman Arizona 2 weeks before.

Here's the story.

Peace,

Wendy

Mmm... Homemade Granola!

We had a fabulous weekend that included a few trips to explore new areas.  The inversions cleared up on Saturday which meant we could see the blue ski!

Scott was fabulous and entertained Susanna for a while so I could make Super Yummy Homemade Granola.                         It has been enjoyed by all and may wind up being an ice cream topping tomorrow when friends come for dinner.

How was your weekend?

Friday Photo and More!

Happy Friday!

Tonight we have plans, oh yeah!  In typical fashion, and because Utah has been so cold of late, they're indoor at home plans.  Still, we have friends coming over and a still-sleeping baby in the early Friday morning hours!

In continued fashion, here's the Friday Photo.  Aren't we cute?  Scott thinks so!

Also, in case you missed it, here's a look at some Family Fun Times ahead this weekend for you and yours, or someone else.  Unless, of course, your city isn't listed.  If not and you want it, please send word.  

Almost lastly, later over at New Moms Talk, we'll be sharing our Young House Love thrift shop challenge.  What can 2 people and a baby get with $20 at the thrift shop?  A lot!  As Scott said, "we could probably get half of the store for $20."  Well, not quite, but we did manage a good stash of things we needed, plus a few fun ones.

Wishing you all a weekend filled with what you and yours need!

Peace and Love.

Favorite Reads

Our little girl has taken to books like her Mom and Dad.  Two of her favorites are Hello, Bugs! and Hello, Animals!

For anyone on the look out for a new baby or baby shower gift, these are highly recommended by us!  The black and white images are interesting for kids and parents alike, and the cost of each book is very reasonable.

... We're experiencing our fourth day of snow fall, and it's starting to resemble other states in which we lived with massive snow in the past.  It's quite the beautiful world out there. ...

Wishing you all warmth and what you need!

Peace.

Grandmas' Love

Happy Tuesday!

We're in the midst of (yet) another day of stormy, snowy weather.  Yesterday wasn't too bad, though the streets were filled with heavy and wet snow.  Today's snow is Utah powder snow, and a fair amount of it!  Oh, to be a skier, as Powder Mountain and Snowbasin are just a short drive through the canyon.

Anyhow, over at New Moms Talk, we're doing a shout out or a gratitude-out to the talents of our Moms who made some amazing pieces for our little girl!

Wishing you all of the best!