Hmmm, What’s in your cup?

If we were to gather for a coffee chat, virtual or otherwise, what would be in your cup?

I’ve been on a hazelnut cappuccino kick for a a couple of years now. If I’m sipping in the comfort of my home, that would be my beverage of choice. If I was out and about, I’d go for a chai latte’ because I’m still not a coffee drinker. I do love me a hot beverage on occasion, though, even in the heat of summer.

Another question…if we were gathered around a table, what would you want to share?

Myself? I have a few things I’d bring to the table…

Back in the (RAGBRAI) Saddle Again

Some things are just too good to miss.

The same could be said about bike rides, especially when we’re talking about the biggest such event in the world. Did I mention it happens in the state of Iowa?

This such event is known as RAGBRAI, and I was fortunate to take part for Day-5 of this weeklong ride across the state.  

The HEAT Is ON!

Anyone feeling #HotHotHot ?

If not, let me extend an invite to Iowa. We’ve not only got the heat, but the humidity as well. While I can usually handle the heat and humidity with moderate ease, these conditions have been bordering on extreme for this region. That said, I will gladly take what we have and not wish it away. Also, I’d choose these hot temps over the bitter chill of winter, hands down, any day.  

So yeah. There was all kinds of glistening and glowing going on this week. And, I survived without incident. All is well….

Summer ‘Fession’ had me a blast

…and just like that, we’re back at the ‘Fessional.

I swear, summer is flying by at record speed. I’m not fan of this situation, obviously. That said, I’m doing all I can to enjoy every minute of it, no matter the what!

Shall we get this July ‘Fessional gig underway? Read on…

Midnight Madness 5K - race recap

 

I’m all about returning to fun races, year after year. 

After all, can one have too many favorite races? The Midnight Madness races certainly fit that bill for me. 

It wasn’t until after the day following that I realized I had not raced a 5K since this very event last year  (Wow, seriously?) … so how did this play-out?

Read on…

Whacky Weather Roulette

Well,well,well. Momma N was most indecisive this week.

We’re talking heat, humidity, wind, more humidity, rain, even more humidity and storms. Oh, and did I mention extreme humidiy? Lots and lots of humidity?

 Life in the Midwest ain’t for the weak, LOL.

Feelin’ All The Feels!

It was a week with all kinds of feels in my midst.

The weather was “seasonal,” which is to be expected. The workouts tested my muscles (and a few may have had me questioning some life decisions, LOL). And there was a full moon! 

Just Keep Moving Forward!

Talk about your action-packed weeks!

Of course, that’s the way (uh huh, uh huh) I like it.   

Biking and walking were both vying for center stage. Strength training had some moments. A new July challenge started. And, running staged a rally-back. All was well as the summer heat (and requisite humidity) ushered us into the new month and Independence Day weekend.

A Star-Spangled Coffee Chat

All is well, and there’s a big USA holiday to celebrate!

Shall we have a quick coffee chat before the festivities commence? Even if we don’t have much time to catch-up, it’s great to have this (virtual) time together. 

So, let’s gather, and share a few laughs and some conversation…