Morning, friends! How did everyone’s weekend go? I hope well and that those experiencing the time change weren’t too poorly affected. I felt exhausted all day and even ended up taking a three hour nap. The kids slept for 3 hours too. Unheard of but much welcomed. Especially since I stayed up late (for me) Saturday night with a blogger meet-up and some chill time with the husband. Sorry, Peter…but the blogger meet-up stole the show this time.

From bottom left then around the table – Alayna, Lee, Sarena, myself, Laura, Kristy, Stacy, Laura, and Laura.

We met up at the 5 Seasons Brewing Company for some grub and conversation. And beer. I can’t go to a place that brews their own specialty beers and not order one! That would be blasphemous, no? 😉

I ordered the Kilt Lifter Scotch Ale. It had a nice strength to it, but wasn’t overly hoppy either. You can tell I’m such a professional, huh? I just know what tastes good. This = tasted good. That’s all you need to know too,

When it came time to order dinner, I almost went for the Alligator Eggrolls. Or the Antelope Patty Melt. Or the Rabbit Enchiladas. Or…ummm…not! They did have quite a few things that looked great – salads, a shrimp & grits dish, scallops, ahi tuna, a grilled pizza with ham and apples. I couldn’t get over the thought of a Portabella Mushroom Sandwich though. I was sold at goat cheese and getting some fries.

Two portabella mushroom caps in balsamic with goat cheese and greens. Served on a delicious foccacia bread.

Apparently our table agreed as half of us ordered the dish and I think all of us got sweet potato fries. With good reason too. It was a winner. Clearly, since I ate my entire plate. Total domination.

We spent about 2.5 hours there chatting about all sorts of things – races, favorite workouts, Roller Derby (which Laura does!), favorite restaurants in the area, frozen yogurt love, and more. I love how a group of bloggers and readers can get together and instantly connect. It’s a special bond we have I tell ya. I already can’t wait for our next meet-up, which will hopefully be sooner this time. And I cannot wait for the Fitbloggin’ conference in less than 10 weeks to meet some of you other ladies. Whether or not I have the chance to meet you in person someday, I consider each of you a friend. You all really are so great. Muah! Now, have a good day why don’t ya?

Question of the Day – Best part of your weekend? .

Don’t forget - Month 2 Progress Post going up tonight!

Sometimes…there is no other explanation than God at work.

I opened the above card while going through mail last night. It comes from a leader on the church retreat I visited in November. I have only corresponded with her at the retreat, yet I received a card from her last night after finding out about my mother’s diagnosis. If that isn’t God, I don’t know what is.

Besides you all and your kind wishes, prayers, and other offerings of love and support. Thank you! From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I read each one multiple times and felt so uplifted.

Those of you who shared success stories of others you know who have experienced the same brought me exceptional peace. I remembered that worry solves nothing. All I can do is be there for her. I pray, hope, and have faith that my mother’s scenario will follow the same route of continuing to live as healthy and positive a life as possible. 🙂 <--- And I promise that is a real smile! 

Once again, thank you all. You go from giving me running gear suggestions to being there for me in the most raw of moments. I don’t know where I would be without you and this blog I felt called to start and pursue with such energy. Yet another God thing if you ask me.

Question of the Morning – Ever experienced anything like that where you can’t explain it but it feels too right to just be a random occurrence?

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