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Saturday, June 4, 2011

ROCK AND ROLL!!!!!

Sparkle Pants is now TWO!!!  His mom and dad managed to get him through another year.  Yesterday they gave each other a pat on the back for that.  Truly, my daughter is in school full time, raising a two year old with out EVER yelling or losing it AND he is both well-mannered AND sweet spirited.  See Friends, it all turns out ok.  How many times have I TOLD YOU that???...hmmm, I mean, how many times do I need to tell myself that????

Sparkle Pants scored a new skateboard helmet from us...and about a zillion balloons, which kept him busy for hours and pooped him out BIG TIME.
Who says a pony, a jumpy, a clown AND a petting zoo is necessary for a two year old?  Just buy him/her a few balloons and you're set!
Safety FIrst!!!




SP and Lifeguard(dad)


On the running front, 10k training is SPARKLING.  I'm having fun doing less mileage and more speed work/hill work.  At track this week,  I was able to hold mile repeats at 6:25, so I think my fitness is definitely improving.  Today's tempo run will be interesting...
It's definitely nice having more family time on the weekends and NOT feeling like a  broken doll from all of that mileage BUT...I do miss not having a marathon goal right now.

I miss it SO much that we're heading down to the RnR Marathon in San Diego to cheer on the troops!!!  THERE ARE WAY too many friends to mention on the blog because just about everyone is running from around here BUT I can't wait to see Bethany and Ryan running on their honeymoon!!!  We have a surprise for them!!!  Can't wait to head down there tomorrow with the cowbell!

GOOD LUCK to Amanda on her marathon and have fun, girl!!

Happy Weekend Everyone!!

Posted by Unknown at 7:42 AM

26 comments:

  1. JillJune 4, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Love SP's balloons, he is just soooo precious! You are one lucky grandma! Enjoy that little one (of course!) and start thinking of summer in two week. Can't wait to see ya again!
    xo

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  2. MichelleJune 4, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    What a great post! Have fun with your new training and enjoy cheering on the troops at the R n R! I have to admit that while I miss having the "training plan" right in front of me, it is nice to just choose right now what I want to run and to not feel worn down on the weekend. But, I give myself another month and I may have to give in.

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  3. Chris KJune 4, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Hey look at that, it's 8:55 a.m. and I'm Blogging and the plan was to be running DR with BS this morning. Unfortunately, I am having some serious, no wait, let's just say that I am sick. No way I am not going to stay withing 20 feet from a bathroom this morning. Would you like anymore details?

    So, about this 10k.....I univite you to race me. You are too studly. New goal for me: Stay within 60 seconds of Meg.

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  4. Nicole OrriënsJune 4, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Congratulations! Sounds like a lovely day.

    momshomerun.blogspot.com

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  5. Aka AliceJune 4, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    LOL that Chris K felt compelled to give you the "low down" on his current "health"

    Glad that you're enjoying the training. I'm telling ya, 1/2 marathons are the way to go!

    On the other hand, I'm starting to think I may have one more marathon in me :-)

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  6. JenniferJune 4, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    I love it! The kiddo turns two! I feel a little like I have seen him grow up, he has many blogger aunts! Good to hear running is going well! Cheers!

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  7. ShelleyJune 4, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    SP is just too cute! He's such a big boy now - what a happy kid. :)

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  8. CharJune 4, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Have fun at tomorrow's marathon. It really is the next best thing to running it yourself - especially if you've got friends in it. You're going to lift their spirits and make their day.

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  9. ajhJune 4, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Have fun cheering on your friends. Happy Birthday to SP. Totally agree that less is more when it comes to birthday parties.

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  10. MarleneJune 4, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Bethany & Ryan are the cutest! Can't wait to find out what your surprise is - how sweet are you!

    Happy (belated) Birthday to your sparkle boy!!!

    Glad to see you are enjoying the switch to 10K training for now. Variety is good. :)

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  11. AnneJune 4, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Happy Birthday to your Sparkling bundle of love! Loved the video :)

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  12. RainaJune 4, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Hey meg- LOVED the video! Happy birthday to sparkle pants :)

    Yeah, the training for shorter races definitely has it's perks. I am seeing that too right now. Hope you have fun cheering for the crowds at the RnR race!!

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  13. SuzyJune 5, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    How fun to celebrate a second birthday. Kids are so fun at that age. Enjoy your 10K training. You probably do have a lot more time with your family.

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  14. PetrarunsJune 5, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    SP is the cutest little boy and aren't you the best grandma (and mom) to realise this and what a great job your daughter is doing? I am really impressed with all of you. Keep up the 10K training - it will help you when you get back to marathoning I'm sure!

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  15. FranJune 5, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Congrats with SP turning 2. Looks like a great party.

    You sound happy about your running even though you miss your marathon goal.

    Have fun at the San Diego R&R marathon.

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  16. The Green GirlJune 5, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Aw, a very happy birthday to the little guy.

    Can't wait to read your cheer report!

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  17. AceJune 6, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Mmmmm birthdays. Tasty. Cake?
    6:25 mile repeats, also tasty. Lactic Acid?

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  18. LindsayJune 6, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Happy birthday to SP! Unfortunately one day it will require more than balloons to keep him happy ;) enjoy it while you can! I just love the old home videos of my sisters opening exciting things like diapers :)

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  19. JohannJune 6, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Happy Birthday! Is it now Sparkle Pants or Sandy Pockets? Have a good week Meg!

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  20. misszippyJune 6, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    He's just too darn cute! Two is a great age. And yay for you gettin' your groove back. Now go beat the pants off Chris K.!

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  21. Black KnightJune 6, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Oh yes, safety first!!! Happy birthday to SP.
    Glad to know that your running improves.
    I am also planning some hills workouts...the last lesson I learned saturday was terrible.

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  22. CharisaJune 7, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    SP is so cute - sounds like the parents are doing awesome too - so great!!

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  23. Amanda@runninghoodJune 7, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Hey girl! Loved the video. My little guy turns two soon too. :) He thinks he is so cool when he wears his sister's pink helmet. Sooo funny. :) Great job on the 6:25 repeats! I am excited for 10 training. I have a feeling that I will really love that race when I start training for it specifically. I might try a triathlon this summer too.

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  24. HappyTrailsJune 9, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    You are one proud grandma!!! Belated Happy Birthday to SP and have fun with your 10k quest!

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  25. henniemavisJune 9, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I still love balloons. We once sent my 3 yr. old nephew a gift for his birthday. My brother called to say his son received it. I asked, "Did he like our gift?" "I think so," replied my brother. "But he really loved the giant cardboard shipping carton." Apparently he played in the box all week!

    Glad you like your new lighter running schedule and your free weekends! I just blogged about my very first track workout ever. I never ran on one before, not even back in high school. Now I know what "speedwork" means! Wish I was as speedy as you :-) Keep it up!

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  26. IreneJune 11, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SPARKLE PANTS!

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