Patricia told me about this salad:
spinach,arugula, sweet peppers (in season), dried blueberries, chopped almonds or walnuts, grated carrots, finely chopped cauliflower, feta. Dressing: olive oil, balsamic vinegar or lime, honey, dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Sunday, October 19, 2008
13.1
I walked my 13.1 miles (and more) today. I feel pretty good right now! That's why I love half marathons :). We walked from Union Square, down by Fisherman's Wharf, through the Presidio and up near the Golden Gate Bridge, then down through the Golden Gate Park to the finish. One memorable moment was walking by a lovely young survivor doing the walk herself. I spoke to her and she spoke to me so naturally, kind of like we had known each other forever. I also saw the cutest curly haired little girl who was also a survivor. I took a picture, so eventually hopefully you can see!
I walked along with Tonya, Kate, Gayl and Diane.
At the finish line, a fireman in a tux handed me my Tiffanys sterling silver finisher's necklace. I love it. Just a short update. I'm going to pack up now so tomorrow I can focus on some grading!!
I walked along with Tonya, Kate, Gayl and Diane.
At the finish line, a fireman in a tux handed me my Tiffanys sterling silver finisher's necklace. I love it. Just a short update. I'm going to pack up now so tomorrow I can focus on some grading!!
18 Million!
We went to the Pasta Party last night. We raised $18 Million collectively!! Wow! I'll write more later....
Friday, October 17, 2008
San Francisco Day 1
I'm so confused. My pictures aren't uploading. I can't figure out why?! Help!
It's been a fun day! I went to sleep last night (this morning!) at 3:15 and woke up at 4:15, so who knows what has been powering me today. My dad took me to the airport bright and early. The team flew into Oakland then took a Team in Training bus to our hotel in San Fran. I had finally met my two mentees, Coleen and Amy, and they are two of the lovliest women you have ever seen. I'll take their pictures tomorrow so you can see them too. I happened to arrive at the airport around the same time as them. Poor Amy's sister slept in so Amy had to drive herself to the airport and park there.
At 10:00 we went to the race expo in Union Square. We got our race numbers and heard about the wall and poster where it shows the names of the 20,000 participants in this year's race. I have forgotten how much money we have raised collectively, but you can be sure I'll include that in tomorrow's blog. It's millions!! I sat at the oxygen bar and got a manicure at the expo--very relaxing.
I was hanging out with Sue, my roommate, and I'm getting to know her a little more. Her brother-in-law runs a cable car, so after eating some pho at the food emporium below Bloomingdales, we rode the cable car up and back down towards Fisherman's Wharf. We didn't have a lot of time to look around there but I'll go back. I'm on a quest for some knee-buckling champagne truffles and seashells :).
I did do a bit of shopping today. I got cute socks and tights at Nordstrom and a race shirt, bag and socks at Nike Town.
It's weird, a lot of the people here (especially the women participating in the race) look familiar to me. I don't know if it's because I see the faces of the incredible women in my life in the faces of the women here--but I am just in awe of the hard work and dedication that is represented in all these fabulous women! I wish I could learn all their stories and reasons for being here. It's pretty amazing.
I do this all in memory and honor of Anthony. Love you Anth.
It's been a fun day! I went to sleep last night (this morning!) at 3:15 and woke up at 4:15, so who knows what has been powering me today. My dad took me to the airport bright and early. The team flew into Oakland then took a Team in Training bus to our hotel in San Fran. I had finally met my two mentees, Coleen and Amy, and they are two of the lovliest women you have ever seen. I'll take their pictures tomorrow so you can see them too. I happened to arrive at the airport around the same time as them. Poor Amy's sister slept in so Amy had to drive herself to the airport and park there.
At 10:00 we went to the race expo in Union Square. We got our race numbers and heard about the wall and poster where it shows the names of the 20,000 participants in this year's race. I have forgotten how much money we have raised collectively, but you can be sure I'll include that in tomorrow's blog. It's millions!! I sat at the oxygen bar and got a manicure at the expo--very relaxing.
I was hanging out with Sue, my roommate, and I'm getting to know her a little more. Her brother-in-law runs a cable car, so after eating some pho at the food emporium below Bloomingdales, we rode the cable car up and back down towards Fisherman's Wharf. We didn't have a lot of time to look around there but I'll go back. I'm on a quest for some knee-buckling champagne truffles and seashells :).
I did do a bit of shopping today. I got cute socks and tights at Nordstrom and a race shirt, bag and socks at Nike Town.
It's weird, a lot of the people here (especially the women participating in the race) look familiar to me. I don't know if it's because I see the faces of the incredible women in my life in the faces of the women here--but I am just in awe of the hard work and dedication that is represented in all these fabulous women! I wish I could learn all their stories and reasons for being here. It's pretty amazing.
I do this all in memory and honor of Anthony. Love you Anth.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
The Lazy Blogger
I think I'm going to do it. I think I'm going to move to Utah County. I'm not sure if I'm going to rent or buy yet, but I think I'll head down soon--like by the end of the month. The commute is wearing on me finally!
Elena's birthday was the day before yesterday and Paolo got blessed. He fell asleep during the blessing. It was so cute seeing Naui hold up a groggy almost one-year-old baby after the blessing. Edie and I had been wondering what he was doing because he was so quiet!
The day before, we went to Gardner Village to celebrate Nena's birthday. We took the hay ride with the witch and ate Edie's homemade Chili. It was quite fun but oh so cold.
The picture of my new Ann Taylor LOFT find is for Kelly, and anyone else who likes fashion :). For some reason, I just love this little jacket.
I leave for San Francisco on Friday morning! I will be walking a half marathon in honor and memory of Anthony. Thanks to everyone who donated and supported me in this effort!!!
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