We think we're runners

Curtis and I both participated in the Extraterrestrial Run up in Rachel, NV on Aug. 21. It was a midnite run in Area 51, so both creepy and cool. I ran the 10K and Curtis ran the half marathon, which is amazing for each of us, since we are not really runners. We didn't even come in last!

Super fun to be able to be on this running journey together and I must say I am super impressed with us. Next up is a half marathon for me in October out at Hoover Dam. If I don't die during the run, I will be celebratory as hell.

Curtis and I both plan on doing the full marathon in December as well although he will undoubtedly kick my butt at it. We are having fun with it and are enjoying the benefits of a smaller can for each of us. Woot!

Random

We went to Disneyland again at the end of February. So much fun! Cal was scared to ride all the Fantasyland rides last time so we skipped most of those this visit. His favorite rides are apparently Dumbo, the carousel, and Buzz Lightyear. He likes to talk a big talk about riding Pirates of the Carribean, but is terrified of the two drops. He loves the ride once we are down the slides though, so he rode it 3 times. Trying to scramble frantically over me all 3 times before the drops.

We were able to meet up w/my wonderful friend Katie and her son Will one nite so that rocked. Love them! It was a really great trip overall. I am so glad we have figured out the best places to stay in order to make the most of our trip. Makes a big diff. We are Disney nerds and plan on going again in May. Gotta squeeze the life out of our season passes.

Just a few pics.



Curtis is trying to start teaching Cal Czech. He is beginning with counting to ten and Cal loves it!

Sometimes

Sometimes I wish I were adventurous. Sometimes I wish I were one of those folks who enjoy going to the lake and being on the beach and all manner of things outdoorsy and water adventury and whatnot.

But truthfully, the thought of being outside in the blistering sun in dirty lake or ocean water just sounds dreadful to me. My idea of a blissful time outdoors is fully clothed, in the shade, with a big hat on and SPF 70 all over me, sitting on my can in a chair not directly in the sand, with an amazing book.

I am not a spur of the moment person and as much as I like to take trips, I hate packing and preparing for them and it almost takes the fun out.

My idea of adventure is having multiple books that I'm reading at the same time, or buying something that is not on sale (which really just isn't sensible), or putting my sunscreen on AFTER I'm outside. Sometimes I like to get crazy like that.

It's almost like I'm 90 in a younger body. I basically love it but just sometimes I wish I liked things most people like. Ah, well.