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That’s all she wrote

After 4 years of writing, studying, presenting, analyzing…and writing, it’s officially over. I have graduated with my PhD, an incredible feat, especially considering the imposter syndrome I used to...

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Let the Commencement Commence!

This past week was a doozy. I flew in to A2 for a quick trip and to interview for a job. Then by the time I came back, it was time to see my family again this weekend. They are on their way to...

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Novelty Races–Foam Fest 5k

I’ve been away for a bit, I know. The job hunt has basically hit a “stage 10″ time suck level. I have multiple opportunities, which is awesome, but first interviews, then second Skype interviews,...

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Concert Crazy

Hello from Memphis! The FI and I flew in earlier this evening and hit up the Beale St. Music Festival for its first night of concerts. By the time we checked in to our hotel, ate dinner, and walked...

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My Skin Care Faves

Alternatively titled: Wear Your Sunscreen It’s been awhile since I’ve done a “fave” post PLUS summer is coming and that means it’s time to take stock of our skin care regimens (yes, this goes for...

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Want a side of Dubstep with that?

Y’all know my taste in running music changes week to week. Sometimes I’m feeling rock, sometimes rap, sometimes r&b, sometimes classical. Lately I’ve been into electronic jams while I’m running...

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Healthy Birthday Lasagna

Ok, ok so it’s been awhile. Over a week since my last post, I can’t believe it. Finally I have turned in my final dissertation draft and can check a HUGE accomplishment off my list (I basically did...

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Finding the Positive (Running & Love–E Pics)

If you’re like me, you’re probably glued to your TV/phone/computer watching what is unfolding in Boston right now. It’s just crazy and I hope all of my friends there hunker down and stay safe! No...

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Preview

Still having a pretty yucky week and don’t have much to say. On top of watching the news intently every day to see if they’ve found anyone responsible for Boston, I’ve got some major work deadlines...

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Loss for words

Still at a loss for words at what happened in the Bean yesterday. As a former resident (I lived for 5 years in Back Bay, just 2 blocks from where the second explosion happened) and runner, I am...

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I’m ready for my close-up

Another week come and gone. I swear this year has flown by faster than every other year. Maybe it has to do with getting older and crossing into my 30s, but every week passes faster and faster (I...

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‘Nuff Said

Ughh, there are no words for this. Are most people happy with today’s weather? Yep! 83 and sunny is nice, I’ll give you that, but…it reminds me that the oppressive heat and humidity of a central VA...

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Charlottesville Half Marathon Recap

First off, thank you so much for your kind words last week! I am so excited that I am now a DOCTOR and can further my career in the academe. I made a game time decision over the weekend to run the...

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It’s official. I’m a Dr.

Yep. Today it finally all came to an end with my dissertation defense. I’ve had a rough time the past 3 months, but it was all worth it today when I passed my defense and could officially call...

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What’s Gotten Me Through

Let’s talk for a hot minute about all the crazy, guilty pleasure activities, food, music, pursuits that have helped get me through the long days of writing, sleepless nights, writer’s block, and...

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Now That Was Just Plain Fun–NYC Half Recap

It’s been a week and a half since the NYC Half and I figure it’s high time I post a recap. Per usual, you can find my race calendar on the right sidebar (click for recap). Dare I say, the NYC Half...

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Snow in Spring? I love it

No I haven’t forgotten that it’s a new week, I’ve just been…you guessed it…busy. I just wanted to check in to say hi and see how your Monday went? Good I hope?! I was finally able to go out and...

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Spring Flashback

First off…thanks so much for your lovely comments and support about my new blogger gig on the Charlottesville Wedding Blog! I’m so excited that I will have the opportunity to share all of my...

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NYC Weekend and Bride Blogger

Hello friends and happy Monday! I’m just checking in quickly today because I still have a ton of work to do (that will probably taper off this week so I’ll be back later in the week with all the...

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Running The City

The NYC Half Marathon is this week! I’m ready to feel the excitement of yet another big city race. This race literally runs The City. It is the second best thing to the full NYC Marathon, which I...

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Snow Day

It’s such a beautiful snowy day here! If you’re on the east coast, you’re also probably hunkered down for the “snowquester” I love snow. I love winter! As a northerner, I have never felt that we...

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Old and New

Not much time to write today (surprise, surprise!). But with every day I get closer to being done so there’s a plus. Just some old and new songs in today’s New Music Tuesday post. Most of them have...

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Wordspiration

I’m deep in it friends. Deep in the “writing til my finger tips go numb” phase. This week alone I’ve written 60 pages and formatted 4 tables (to add to the 60 I already have). A third of what I...

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Virginia Is For Lovers [And Runners] 14k Recap

Woowee it’s been awhile since my last race recap (as usual you can find the calendar of all the races I’ve done since starting the blog on on the right; click for recap—->) I usually try to wait...

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Sorry I’m Not Sorry–Dissertatio n Edition

Sorry I’m not sorry that… I’m happy that the weather for this weekend is looking dreadful–rainy and dreary–because I can hole myself up and write and not feel like I’m missing out on anything I’ve...

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Not Enough Time

There is not enough time in the days and weeks. I woke up surprised that it was already Wednesday! Usually I would be thrilled that the week was flying by but I NEED MORE TIME to write. I got about...

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Jam to that Beat

Another Tuesday another mix of great jams. I find that I go through phases in terms of the music I like to listen to while I run. My musical tastes in a given week go from rock to rap to classical...

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4 Week Countdown

4 weeks. 28 days. That’s all I have left to finish my last four chapters of my dissertation. And after these 4 weeks I’m going to zoom back into the blog world with a vengeance. Just be warned:...

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Bubbles & Arrows- Derriere de Soie Lingerie Show, Chocolate, & Wine

Happy Monday friends! As usual I am overwhelmed with work. This is especially the case today and tomorrow because I am flying to Florida on Wednesday to spend the rest of the week celebrating one...

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That’s all she wrote

Let the Commencement Commence!

Novelty Races–Foam Fest 5k

Concert Crazy

My Skin Care Faves

Want a side of Dubstep with that?

Healthy Birthday Lasagna

Finding the Positive (Running & Love–E Pics)

Preview

Loss for words

I’m ready for my close-up

‘Nuff Said

Charlottesville Half Marathon Recap

It’s official. I’m a Dr.

What’s Gotten Me Through

Now That Was Just Plain Fun–NYC Half Recap

Snow in Spring? I love it

Spring Flashback

NYC Weekend and Bride Blogger

Running The City

Snow Day

Old and New

Wordspiration

Virginia Is For Lovers [And Runners] 14k Recap

Sorry I’m Not Sorry–Dissertatio n Edition

Not Enough Time

Jam to that Beat

4 Week Countdown

Bubbles & Arrows- Derriere de Soie Lingerie Show, Chocolate, & Wine

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